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Donald Westerhausen, MD

Cardiology

4.8
179 Ratings
Practices In: South Bend
Patients Seen: All Ages

My knowl­edge of inter­ven­tion­al car­di­ol­o­gy, state-of-the-art car­di­ol­o­gy care, and con­tacts through­out the state are ide­al for pro­vid­ing gen­er­al car­di­ol­o­gy ser­vices to my patients. I spend time talk­ing to my patients and research­ing their med­ical records. Know­ing the patient and their med­ical his­to­ry is essen­tial to diag­nos­ing most prob­lems. Also, edu­cat­ing the patient and their fam­i­ly about their med­ical sit­u­a­tion and how they will be treat­ed is just as impor­tant. I under­stand that patients can be over­whelmed by infor­ma­tion, so I fre­quent­ly print bul­let points out­lin­ing their issues and treat­ment strat­e­gy. Clear under­stand­ing often aids in the heal­ing process. I strive to accom­plish that goal with each patient.

Locations

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South Bend

211 North Eddy Street

South Bend, Indiana 46617

574-234-8161

(Cardiology)
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General Info
Hospital Affiliations
Board Certifications
Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology
Languages
English
Awards & Accolades
Motarboard Honor Society, Northwestern University 1981
Alpha Omega Alpha, University of Minnestota Medical School 1985
John S. Miller Award for Outstanding Resident, Parkland Memorial Hospital 1988
American Heart Association-Missouri Affiliate Fellowship 1989
American Federation for Clinical Research- Outstanding Trainee Award 1990
President- Indiana Chapter of the American College of Cardiology 2019
Excellence in Advocacy Award, American College of Cardiology 2021
Clinical Interests

I’m inter­est­ed in any­thing relat­ed to the heart and car­dio­vas­cu­lar sys­tem. If I am not the right per­son to han­dle your spe­cif­ic issue, I know where you can be referred.

Personal Interests

I was a walk-on in foot­ball at North­west­ern Uni­ver­si­ty in Evanston, IL., so I am an avid North­west­ern Uni­ver­si­ty ath­let­ics fan, espe­cial­ly foot­ball. My wife and I love to exer­cise. Present­ly, we go to Orange The­o­ry reg­u­lar­ly. Over the last 10 – 15 years, I have been involved with a group that trains to climb cer­tain moun­tains (so far only in the low­er 48) and then does so. I also enjoy spend­ing time with my chil­dren and grand­chil­dren, vol­un­teer­ing at my church and the Indi­ana Chap­ter of the Amer­i­can Col­lege of Car­di­ol­o­gy, and being an active mem­ber of the St. Joseph Coun­ty Demo­c­ra­t­ic Party.

Memberships
Fellow American College of Cardiology Indiana State Medical Association
Memorial Hospital
615 N Michigan St South Bend,, Indiana 46601 574-647-1000 Get Directions
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
5215 Holy Cross Parkway Mishawaka, Indiana 46545 574-335-5000 Get Directions
Education
Editorial
Publications
Research
School
University of Minnesota Graduation Date: 1985 Degree: MD
Residency
University of Texas-Southwestern at Dallas/Parkland Memorial Hospital Internal Medicine
Fellowships
Washington University-St. Louis/Barnes Hospital Cardiovascular Disease

Provider's Contributions

Heart Attacks in Women: How Are They Different Than in Men? Women's Health March 2025
Provider’s Publications
Transciptional and post-transcriptional regulation of plasminogen activator inhibitor type-1 mRNA in Hep G2 cells by epidermal growth factor
1991
Multiple transforming growth factor-B inducible elements regulate expression of the plasminogen activator inhibitor type-1 gene in Hep G2 cells
1991
Augmentation of expression of plasminogen activator inhibitor type-1 in Hep G2 cells by specific factors released from platelets
1991
Is direct PTCA superior to thrombolysis in treating AMI's?
1993
A novel protein interacts with the major transforming growth factor-beta responsive element in the plasminogen activator inhibitor type-1 gene
1994
Provider’s Research
Assessment of Clinical Effects of Cholesteryl Ester Transfer Protein Inhibition with Evacetrapib in Patients at a High-Rick for Vascular Outcomes A randomized, double-blind, parallel group, multicentre phase 3b study to compare ticagrelor with clopidogrel treatment on the risk of cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction and ischaemic stroke in patients with established Peripheral Artery Disease Study of Access Site for Enhancement of PCI for Women Treatment with ADP receptor inhibitor: Longitudinal Assessment of Treatment Patterns and Events after Acute Coronary Syndrome A Phase 3b, Multi-Center, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel Group, Study to Evaluate the Effect of Dalcetrapib 600mg on Cardiovascular (CV) Events in Adult Patients with Stable Coronary Heart Disease (CHD), CHD Risk Equivalents or at Elevated Risk for Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)

Ratings

Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.8

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.7
177 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.8
175 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.8
178 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.8
169 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.8
176 Ratings

Comments

Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.
"I appreciate being included in the discussion about my health and that is what was important to me."
4.8
Sep. 27, 2024
"The Nurse & Doctor were very careful to explain what they were going to do and did not rush us through. We felt very comfortable."
5
Oct. 23, 2024
"First time seeing Dr. Westerhausen, he was very personable, caring and took time to understand my health issues as I am a new patient for him. I look forward to seeing him again at my next appt."
5
Oct. 16, 2024
"Visit with Dr. Westerhausen went well."
5
Oct. 7, 2024
"Doctor was professional, caring and helpful"
5
Nov. 17, 2024
"Very friendly and helpful."
5
Nov. 16, 2024
"Dr Westerhausen truly cares about his patients'. He explains everything in such a way it makes one want to do better, not only for their own good but for his approval as well. And he has a sense of humor."
5
Nov. 9, 2024
"Dr. Westerhausen explained my diagnosis with an easy to understand drawing. I appreciate his thoroughness."
5
Jan. 30, 2025
"Excellent experience. Dr Westerhausen is professional and knowledgeable and answered all our questions."
5
Jan. 27, 2025
"Dr. Westerhausen is kind, caring, and a good listener. Excellent diagnostic skills and explanations."
5
Jan. 25, 2025
"I kind of vibed with Dr. Westerhausen, I liked his frankness and his open attitude."
4.4
Jan. 13, 2025
"Simple, efficient"
5
Jan. 9, 2025
"Excellent practice"
5
Jan. 9, 2025
"Very good experience! Dr. Westerhausen was great, and I felt relieved that I would be getting the best of care."
5
Dec. 28, 2024
"Dr. Westerhausen was very helpful explaining my test results ! We discussed my options. I thought he was very good."
5
Dec. 26, 2024
"Very confident. Dr answered all my questions and concerns."
5
Dec. 22, 2024
"Good discussion of options"
5
Dec. 13, 2024
"Very Informative"
5
Feb. 26, 2025
"Dr. W was very kind and personable. I appreciated that he took a minute to introduce himself and asked me why I was there to make sure we were both on the same page. He seems very competent."
4.4
Feb. 13, 2025
"Best cardiologist around.."
5
Mar. 3, 2025
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