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How to have your heart checked and make your donation.

 

Melbourne Private   Have a Heart Program Steps

The Have a Heart Program includes the participant undergoing a Stress Echocardiogram under cardiologist supervision. This test is the most accurate non invasive heart test available which does not include radiation exposure.

1. Making an appointment: Gail on 9385 2464. Appointments should take 1½ hours, and 7:30am tests can be arranged.

Have a Heart Program Information: Krissy Weightman Topfer 0417 266 633

2. One week prior to the appointment, a nurse will take a blood test and complete a quick survey to gain a medical overview. The nurse will also be able to discuss the cost of the heart test and donation options to support the Reach Foundation. The results of the blood test will be forwarded to the Have a Heart Cardiology team prior to the appointment.

3. Participant has their Stress Echo Test at the Royal Melbourne Hospital which will include an immediate interpretation of results and consultation with a Cardiologist.

4. At least 50% of your payment is a tax deductable donation to The Reach Foundation.