Your child’s ECG came back abnormal.

We encourage families to complete the ECG Overread Form so the ECG can be reviewed by board certified pediatric cardiologists, trained on the international criteria for ECG interpretation, who volunteer with Who We Play For. 

This applies to students with no cardiac symptoms who have passed their physical but have an abnormal screening ECG. Students with cardiac symptoms should consult their healthcare provider. Students must be within our age range of 10-25 years old to participate. This is a free service. 

ECG Overread Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSekFljkcCkMBqtDo5ZWuEWFmBJuqMtFnTZThDE-MtXg5Fs0kw/viewform

This service helps ensure that:

• Only ECGs that are truly abnormal by the International Criteria are referred for follow-up care

• Students with a normal screening ECG are not sent for cardiology visits

• Families receive clear, expert guidance on what truly needs follow-up

Once the ECG is confirmed to be abnormal to the International Criteria, we will help support you to find a timely pediatric or adult cardiologist (when age appropriate). The goal is be seen within 10 business days of the abnormal ECG

If you are having trouble:

• Finding a pediatric cardiologist or adult cardiologist (when age appropriate). 

• Getting an appointment quickly

• Navigating referral requirements

Please reach out. We are ready to help you navigate this process and explore available options.

If you are struggling to afford follow-up care or a medical bill is creating financial stress for your family, please let us know. While resources are limited, support options do exist, and we will do everything we can to help you navigate them.

If you would like another perspective on your child’s diagnosis or guidance around return-to-play decisions after being confirmed with a heart condition, we can help connect you with appropriate support. The majority of students flagged with heart conditions are able to return to play, even when a heart condition is identified. We will help connect you with the leaders in the world of cardiology in return to play after diagnosis.

If you are seeking support from others who have walked this road, families living with a new diagnosis or grieving a loved one lost to sudden cardiac arrest, we would be honored to help support you  and to also connect you through a sister nonprofit- Parent Heart Watch.

For help accessing mental health care in your community, you may reach out to Dr. Isabel Alfonso, a Clinical Psychologist with Florida State University Athletics and a volunteer with WWPF’s Medical Advisory Team. Dr. Isabel is here to support families who are navigating the fear, stress, or trauma that can come with a heart diagnosis. Dr. Isabel is ready to help support you or help find a local medical expert to support. (Phone: 850-577-3204; Email: isabel.alfonso@whoweplayfor.org)