IU Health Cardiology - Bedford
Cardiology • Bedford, IN
About
IU Health Bedford Hospital is a rural, critical-access hospital in Bedford, Indiana, offering inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory care, and 24/7 emergency/EMS services. It operates a physician group, IU Health Southern Indiana Physicians, providing multi-specialty care (internal medicine, family practice, general surgery, orthopedics, OB-GYN, pediatrics) with added adult and pediatric primary care nurse practitioners. The hospital is governed by a 12-member board and is affiliated with Indiana University Health. For cardiology-specific services at Bedford, the page notes a general hospital and cardiology capabilities are likely available through its broader IU Health network, but no distinct cardiology program details are listed on this page. If you need precise cardiology services (e.g., echocardiography, stress tests, or interventional cardiology) at Bedford, consider contacting the hospital directly or exploring IU Health Southern Indiana Physicians for cardiology availability in the Bedford area.
Clinic Type
Cardiology
Address
IU Health Bedford Hospital campus, Bedford, IN 47421
Phone
812.676.4144
ahinz1@IUHealth.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Emergency Care
IU Health Level One Heart Team; 24/7 on-call cardiology for heart attacks or cardiovascular emergencies
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals (for Dr. Ovais Raza): 4.6/5 (15 ratings)
- Vitals (for Dr. Joan S. Crawford): 3.8/5 (11 ratings)
- US News & World Report (for cardiologists in Bedford): 3/5 (14 reviews)
Patients praise
- Compassionate and attentive care from certain doctors and nurses
- Strong listening skills and willingness to explain tests and procedures
- High level of medical expertise in cardiac care cases
- Efficient and punctual service experiences for some patients
Common complaints
- Perceived lack of compassion or bedside manner from some providers
- Instances of feeling dismissed or unheard during appointments
- Rudeness or unhelpfulness from administrative and support staff
- Reports of ineffective or rushed care for complex conditions
- Unsupportive environment for temporary or travel staff
"I always feel like I am his only patient, because he listens to my concerns and takes time to explain any test I have had."
— Vitals review for Dr. Ovais Raza"This doctor took time and effort to explain the tests that she wanted performed and the reasons that she was having me do them."
— Vitals review for Dr. Joan S. Crawford"Doctor became frustrated when questioned about additional treatments for my condition. I found her testy, impatient and rude."
— Healthgrades review for IU Health Bedford Hospital providerSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- IU Health Bedford shines with five-star quality rating from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) | IU Health — Sep 9, 2025
- Caring for a whole community | IU Health — Aug 20, 2025
- IU Health Cardiovascular Institute taps 2 leaders - Becker's Cardiology — Sep 18, 2025
- A heart dedicated to cardiology | IU Health — Jul 22, 2025
- IU Health Bedford and IU Health Paoli Hospitals nationally recognized for commitment to providing high-quality stroke care | WBIW — Jul 30, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More cardiology clinics in Bedford
Texas Health Heart & Vascular Specialists in Bedford (Cardiac Vascular Center of North Texas) is a medical practice specializing in heart and vascular care. Key details: - Part of Texas Health Heart & Vascular Specialists group; headquartered in Bedford, TX - Location: 1924 Forest Ridge Dr, Bedford, TX 76021 - Contact numbers include 817-545-4550 and 800-890-6034 - Services: cardiac and vascular services (compassionate, comprehensive care) - Aliases: Cardiac Vascular Center of North Texas; Cardiac and Vascular Center of North Texas If you’re seeking care or to verify hours or specific services, contact the Bedford office or visit the Texas Health Heart & Vascular Specialists page for more details.
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