New same-day cardiology clinic opens at Franciscan Health in Olympia Fields. –Photo submitted.

Franciscan Health Cardiology Olympia Fields new same-day cardiology clinic opened June 7. The clinic reduces appointment wait times for new patients, decreases use of the emergency department for non-emergencies, and assists with pre-operative and follow-up appointments after hospital discharge.

“We are thrilled to be able to offer this new service to our patients,” said Heart and Vascular Institute Medical Director Omar Hamoui, MD, who will serve as the lead clinic physician. “Increasing access to physicians and reducing wait times for appointments not only results in better outcomes but also provides peace of mind for patients.”

The clinic is available Monday through Friday, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Franciscan Health Cardiology Olympia Fields, 3800 W. 203rd Street, Suite 202, in Olympia Fields. Franciscan Health Cardiology Olympia Fields is a hospital outpatient department of Franciscan Health Olympia Fields.

To schedule an appointment, please call 708-852-2555.