A 12-lead ECG captures the electrical activity of the heart for analysis. It is used to seek the cause of symptoms of heart disease, including unexplained chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, fainting or tapid, irregular heartbeats. 

Item cost: $16,385

Amount required: 5

You can fund an entire ECG for $16,385 or make a donation to help fund part of one.


Your gift puts much-needed equipment in expert hands, where it will save lives

The latest equipment ensures our teams are ready for every patient’s need. But this type of innovative equipment is constantly evolving, and becoming more sophisticated and expensive.

Philanthropy funds more than 50% of new medical equipment at Epworth each year.  

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