UI Health Care, MercyOne team up to expand heart rhythm care in Dubuque

Cardiac electrophysiology is a highly specialized area focused on diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders. UI Health Care electrophysiology specialists and MercyOne Dubuque clinicians have partnered for years to provide services including outpatient consultations, device checks, and other cardiac procedures.

Adding Afib ablation significantly broadens the range of heart rhythm care available in Dubuque. For patients in Dubuque and surrounding communities, that means more appointments and procedures can take place locally while still benefiting from the expertise of UI Health Care specialists and coordination with local providers.

“Afib ablation is a highly specialized procedure that requires advanced technology, a coordinated care team and the expertise of an electrophysiologist,” says Paari Dominic, MBBS, MPH, director of electrophysiology at UI Health Care. “Expanding this service in Dubuque is an important step in building on the heart rhythm care already available in the community and allowing us to offer more advanced treatment options locally.”

“For decades, MercyOne has been committed to providing exceptional heart care for our community,” says Robert Wethal, vice president of patient care services at MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center. “Working alongside UI Health Care allows us to expand access to advanced specialty services that historically required travel outside the region. Together, we’re ensuring patients can receive more of their care close to home.”