Specialized Cardiac Care Through Duly Health and Care
South Bend Clinic (SBC) is part of Duly Health and Care, one of the largest independent, multispecialty physician-directed medical groups in the Midwest, with more than 1,000 primary care and specialty care providers. This gives our patients access to additional cardiac expertise and advanced procedures that may not be available locally. When you need specialized cardiac care, your SBC cardiology team can connect you with the right Duly specialist and stay involved throughout your treatment.
Below, you'll find the specialized cardiac services available through Duly, along with a simple four-step overview of how your care is coordinated from South Bend to Chicago and back.
Through Duly, SBC patients have access to specialized cardiac services in the Chicago area, including:
Advanced Cardiac Imaging
- Coronary CT Angiography (Coronary CTA)
A noninvasive imaging test that looks at the arteries that supply blood to your heart. - Cardiac PET/CT
An advanced imaging test that provides detailed information about blood flow and heart muscle function. - Cardiac Amyloidosis Imaging
Specialized imaging that can help doctors evaluate for cardiac amyloidosis.
Structural Heart Care
- TAVR
A minimally invasive procedure to replace a narrowed aortic valve. - TMVR
A minimally invasive procedure to treat certain conditions affecting the mitral valve. - Watchman
A small implant that may help reduce stroke risk for some people with atrial fibrillation.
Interventional Cardiology
- CardioMEMS
A small sensor that helps your care team monitor certain patients with heart failure remotely. - Alcohol Septal Ablation
A catheter-based procedure used to treat certain conditions involving a thickened heart muscle.
Talk with your SBC cardiologist to find out if these services may be right for you.
How It Works: A Four-Step Care Pathway
Specialized care doesn't mean you're on your own. Your SBC cardiology team helps coordinate your care from South Bend to Chicago and back home again.
1. SBC identifies the need
Your SBC cardiologist determines that a specialized cardiac service or procedure may be appropriate for your care.
2. Referral is coordinated
Your SBC team connects you with the appropriate Duly cardiac specialist and helps coordinate the next steps.
3. Duly provides specialty care
You receive the specialized evaluation, procedure or treatment you need in the Chicago area.
4. Care continues locally
When appropriate, your follow-up care returns to your SBC cardiology team, with Duly involved as needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why am I being referred to the Chicago area?
Some cardiac procedures and treatments require specialized expertise, equipment or services that aren't currently available at South Bend Clinic.
Why am I being referred to Duly Health and Care?
South Bend Clinic is part of Duly Health and Care, giving our patients access to additional specialists and advanced cardiac services in the Chicago area.
Will my South Bend Clinic cardiologist still be involved?
- Yes. Your SBC cardiology team remains part of your care and can work with your Duly specialist before and after your procedure or treatment. SBC and Duly share the same electronic medical record, so your care teams can access your health history, treatment and next steps.
Will I have to travel to the Chicago area for all of my follow-up care?
Not necessarily. Depending on your treatment and your doctor's recommendations, follow-up care may be available at South Bend Clinic or through telehealth.
What about insurance?
Coverage varies by insurance plan and the services you receive. Our team can help you understand your coverage and what to expect before your appointment.
How do I get started?
Your South Bend Clinic cardiologist will determine whether a referral to a Duly specialist is appropriate for your care. If a referral is recommended, our team will help coordinate the next steps.
Questions About Specialized Cardiac Care?
Talk with your SBC cardiology team.
