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Erkan Ilhan
SPECIALTIES AND AREAS OF INTERESTS
Cardiology
General Cardiology
SITES PROCEDURES PERFORMED AT
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
English
Turkish
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: 403-956-3686
Fax: 403-476-4737

NOTES
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This service is already linked to the profile of Dr.
at Sunridge
110 - 2891 Sunridge Way NE Calgary Alberta, T1Y 7K7
Phone: 403-571-8640 Fax: 403-571-8658
NON AHS
Estimated Routine Appt Wait Time: Within 3 months

Accepting referrals at this service
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
A group of Cardiologists, who together with their multi-disciplinary team, provide the highest quality cardiac care to their patients.
TotalCardiology provides total heart health and patient-centred care.  We deliver comprehensive cardiology care which includes consultative, investigative, and therapeutic services for patients with cardiac symptoms.  These services are delivered in a timely manner which are usually much quicker than the current Canadian Cardiovascular Society (CCS) recommendations.
EMERGENCY REFERRAL PROCESS
Please direct patients to the nearest Emergency Department or Urgent Care Facility.
Please direct patients to the nearest Emergency Department or Urgent Care Facility.
URGENT REFERRAL PROCESS
If you have a patient that needs to be seen urgently, please call us at (403) 571-8640.
If you have a patient that needs to be seen urgently, please call us at (403) 571-8640.
ROUTINE REFERRAL PROCESS
Referrals are accepted by phone and fax. A requisition form is required.
TotalCardiology offers cardio-diagnostic testing by referral only.


Referrals are accepted by phone and fax. A requisition form is required.
TotalCardiology offers cardio-diagnostic testing by referral only.


ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS


REFERRAL FORM
RACC Cardiology Clinic Referral Form

Cardio-Diagnostic Referral Form

Please visit our website to view other Patient Information & Forms.

RACC Cardiology Clinic Referral Form

Cardio-Diagnostic Referral Form

Please visit our website to view other Patient Information & Forms.

REFERRAL PHONE
403-571-8640
REFERRAL FAX
403-571-8658
PHONE
403-571-8640
FAX
403-571-8658
REFERRAL RESOURCES
LINKED SPECIALISTS

REFERRAL GUIDELINES
+-
Emergent Reason for Referral
Additional Details
+-
Cardiac assessment

ADDITIONAL SERVICE DETAILS
TotalCardiology offers the following services:
  1. Cardio-Diagnostic Testing/Imaging supervised and interpreted by Cardiologists
  2. RACC cardiology clinics allows patients to be seen by the earliest available cardiologist in one our of 3 clinics
  3. Telephone consultation where physicians can have a brief consultation with one of our cardiologists over the phone
  4. Consultation with a specific cardiologist and/or in languages other than English 
  5. ECG interpretation by our Cardiologists (if you send ECGs to our clinic or select TotalCardiology as your ECG interpreter/reader when ordering through labs like CLS)
  6. Cardiovascular Risk Assessment and Treatment
  7. Rehabilitation - offering a medically-supervised exercise and education program for those who are recovering from a heart event, recent heart surgery or those living with a heart condition. 
COMMUNICATION PROCESS
Communication of referral receipt to referral
source will occur within 7 calendar days.
 
MISSED APPOINTMENT GUIDELINES
If you are unable to attend a scheduled appointment, please contact the clinic a minimum of 48 hours in advance.
If you are unable to attend a scheduled appointment, please contact the clinic a minimum of 48 hours in advance.
DIRECTIONS
Take Barlow Trail NE N and Sunridge Way NE.

Link for directions to your clinic

If you are unsure of which location your appointment is at, please contact our call centre at (403) 571-8600.
We are open Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Take Barlow Trail NE N and Sunridge Way NE.

Link for directions to your clinic

If you are unsure of which location your appointment is at, please contact our call centre at (403) 571-8600.
We are open Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm.
PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
Free parking is available in front of building.


Free parking is available in front of building.


PARKING MAP
Parking is available on site.


Parking is available on site.


ADDRESS
110 - 2891 Sunridge Way NE
Calgary Alberta
T1Y 7K7
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday: 07:00 am - 04:30 pm
Tuesday: 07:00 am - 04:30 pm
Wednesday: 07:00 am - 04:30 pm
Thursday: 07:00 am - 04:30 pm
Friday: 07:00 am - 04:30 pm
   
WEBSITE
http://www.totalcardiology.ca/

This service is already linked to the profile of Dr.
at Bridgeland
Unit 103 - 803 1st Ave NE Calgary Alberta, T2E 7C5
Phone: 403-571-8600 Fax: 403-571-6990
NON AHS
Estimated Routine Appt Wait Time: Within 3 months

Accepting referrals at this service
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
A group of Cardiologists, who together with their multi-disciplinary team, provide the highest quality cardiac care to their patients.
TotalCardiology provides total heart health and patient-centred care.  We deliver comprehensive cardiology care which includes consultative, investigative, and therapeutic services for patients with cardiac symptoms.  These services are delivered in a timely manner which are usually much quicker than the current Canadian Cardiovascular Society (CCS) recommendations.
EMERGENCY REFERRAL PROCESS
Please direct patients to the nearest Emergency Department or Urgent Care Facility.
Please direct patients to the nearest Emergency Department or Urgent Care Facility.
URGENT REFERRAL PROCESS
If you have a patient that needs to be seen urgently, please call us at (403) 571-8640.
If you have a patient that needs to be seen urgently, please call us at (403) 571-8640.
ROUTINE REFERRAL PROCESS
Referrals are accepted by phone and fax. A requisition form is required.
TotalCardiology offers cardio-diagnostic testing by referral only.


Referrals are accepted by phone and fax. A requisition form is required.
TotalCardiology offers cardio-diagnostic testing by referral only.


ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS


REFERRAL FORM
RACC Cardiology Clinic Referral Form

Cardio-Diagnostic Referral Form

Please visit our website to view other Patient Information & Forms.

RACC Cardiology Clinic Referral Form

Cardio-Diagnostic Referral Form

Please visit our website to view other Patient Information & Forms.

REFERRAL PHONE
403-571-8600
REFERRAL FAX
403-571-6990
PHONE
403-571-8600
REFERRAL RESOURCES
REFERRAL GUIDELINES
+-
Emergent Reason for Referral
Additional Details
+-
Cardiac assessment

ADDITIONAL SERVICE DETAILS
TotalCardiology offers the following services:
  1. Cardio-Diagnostic Testing/Imaging supervised and interpreted by Cardiologists
  2. RACC cardiology clinics allows patients to be seen by the earliest available cardiologist in one our of 3 clinics
  3. Telephone consultation where physicians can have a brief consultation with one of our cardiologists over the phone
  4. Consultation with a specific cardiologist and/or in languages other than English 
  5. ECG interpretation by our Cardiologists (if you send ECGs to our clinic or select TotalCardiology as your ECG interpreter/reader when ordering through labs like CLS)
  6. Cardiovascular Risk Assessment and Treatment
  7. Rehabilitation - offering a medically-supervised exercise and education program for those who are recovering from a heart event, recent heart surgery or those living with a heart condition. 
COMMUNICATION PROCESS
Communication of referral receipt to referral
source will occur within 7 calendar days.
 
MISSED APPOINTMENT GUIDELINES
If you are unable to attend a scheduled appointment, please contact the clinic a minimum of 48 hours in advance.
If you are unable to attend a scheduled appointment, please contact the clinic a minimum of 48 hours in advance.
DIRECTIONS
7 St NE and 1 Ave NE.
7 St NE and 1 Ave NE.
PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
There is currently no parking information available for this site.
There is currently no parking information available for this site.
PARKING MAP
There is currently no parking map available for this site.
There is currently no parking map available for this site.
ADDRESS
Unit 103 - 803 1st Ave NE
Calgary Alberta
T2E 7C5
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday: 07:30 am - 04:00 pm
Tuesday: 07:30 am - 04:00 pm
Wednesday: 07:30 am - 04:00 pm
Thursday: 07:30 am - 04:00 pm
Friday: 07:30 am - 04:00 pm
   
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
Yes
WEBSITE
https://www.totalcardiology.ca/

This service is already linked to the profile of Dr.
at Foothills Medical Centre
Connect Care Specialty: Cardiology
Connect Care Department: CGY FMC CARDIAC FUNCTION CL
Area 6a Health Sciences Centre 1403 29 Street NW, Calgary Alberta, T2N 2T9
Phone: 403-944-5900 Fax: 403-283-7061
Alberta Health Services - Calgary Zone
Estimated Routine Appt Wait Time: Within 3 months

Accepting referrals at this service
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
Clinic is dedicated to the management of heart failure patients who have complex care needs.
The Cardiac Function Clinic (CFC) is a multidisciplinary clinic dedicated to the support of Heart Failure (HF) patients who have complex care needs that require close monitoring and/or medication optimization .
Care offered includes ongoing physical assessment, management of medical and non-pharmacological treatments, and patient teaching regarding diet, lifestyle and medication management.
EMERGENCY REFERRAL PROCESS
Clinically unstable patients should be directed to either call 911 or to present to the nearest Emergency Department. On call service or emergent care is NOT provided by this clinic after hours.
Clinically unstable patients should be directed to either call 911 or to present to the nearest Emergency Department. On call service or emergent care is NOT provided by this clinic after hours.
URGENT REFERRAL PROCESS
URGENT: Target < 2 weeks*  - NOTE: As of October 25, 2022 estimated wait times are approximately 4 weeks.  Please contant the CFC clinic directly for updated referral waittimes as these are subject to change.

*For urgent referrals, the referring source must call the Cardiac Function Clinic (CFC) and speak directly to the nurse clinician to secure appointment.
URGENT: Target < 2 weeks*  - NOTE: As of October 25, 2022 estimated wait times are approximately 4 weeks.  Please contant the CFC clinic directly for updated referral waittimes as these are subject to change.

*For urgent referrals, the referring source must call the Cardiac Function Clinic (CFC) and speak directly to the nurse clinician to secure appointment.
ROUTINE REFERRAL PROCESS
Referrals sent to the CFC must include the following components before a referral will be processed and assessed. Incomplete referrals will be returned to the referring source for completion.
  • Completed CFC Referral Form        
  • Accurate patient demographics including contact information is listed.
ROUTINE: Target < 6 weeks - NOTE: As of October 25, 2022 estimated wait times are approximately 12 weeks.  Please contant the CFC clinic directly for updated referral waittimes as these are subject to change.

Non-Connect Care Users: Complete the referral form and send it to the service using the contact information in this profile.

Connect Care Users: Use ‘Outgoing’ referral class on the Ambulatory Referral Order in Connect Care.
Referrals sent to the CFC must include the following components before a referral will be processed and assessed. Incomplete referrals will be returned to the referring source for completion.
  • Completed CFC Referral Form        
  • Accurate patient demographics including contact information is listed.
ROUTINE: Target < 6 weeks - NOTE: As of October 25, 2022 estimated wait times are approximately 12 weeks.  Please contant the CFC clinic directly for updated referral waittimes as these are subject to change.

Non-Connect Care Users: Complete the referral form and send it to the service using the contact information in this profile.

Connect Care Users: Use ‘Outgoing’ referral class on the Ambulatory Referral Order in Connect Care.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Patients must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. A diagnosis of Heart Failure (HF) either through a consultant's note or through a discharge summary from hospital.
2. A primary cardiologist has been identified and they are agreeable to follow the patient in CFC
3. A documented measure of Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (LVEF).
4. Require ongoing titration of medications or enhanced surveillance for
Patients must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. A diagnosis of Heart Failure (HF) either through a consultant's note or through a discharge summary from hospital.
2. A primary cardiologist has been identified and they are agreeable to follow the patient in CFC
3. A documented measure of Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (LVEF).
4. Require ongoing titration of medications or enhanced surveillance for either:
  • Optimization Track: Medication titration of evidence based HF medications only. (Following medication titration, patient will be immediately discharged from the CFC to the care of the primary cardiologist or the primary care giver).
  • Care Track: Ongoing management of HF care in clinic until meeting discharge criteria.
5. Be 18 years or older.
6. Patient/Agent is aware and agreeable to be seen and cared for in the CFC and be able to physically attend appointments on a regular basis.

For special cases outside of eligibility criteria, direct discussion between the accepting primary cardiologist and the medical director of the specific CFC should take place. Referral will be accepted if in agreement by both parties.
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REFERRAL PHONE
403-944-5900
REFERRAL FAX
403-283-7061
PHONE
403-944-5900
FAX
403-283-7061
LINKED SPECIALISTS

REFERRAL GUIDELINES
+-
Urgent Reason for Referral
Access Targets convey the clinically appropriate timeframe patients should be seen within, by reason for referral and priority level.
Access Target
Required Information/Investigations
Timing
Additional Details
+-
Heart failure
Past Medical History
| Most recent
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Most recent
Cardiac Consultation/Internal Medicine Consultation/Discharge Summary
| Most recent
Blood Work: CBC, Electrolytes, BUN
| Within 1 month
Blood Work: OP NT-pro BNP, Inpatient NT-pro BNP required upon discharge
| Within 6 months
Echocardiogram - Mandatory
| Most recent
Cardiac catheterization
| If available (most recent)
Cardiac MRI
| If available (most recent)
MUGA - Multiple-gated acquisition
| If available (most recent)
Myocardial perfusion stress imaging using Thallium 201
| If available (most recent)
  • progressive HF and/or decompensated HF
  • new diagnosis of HF, unstable, decompensated
  • new progression to NYHA IV, AHA/ACC stage D
  • post myocaridal infarction HF
  • post hospitalization or ER visit for HF
  • HF with severe valvular heart disease

+-
Routine Reason for Referral
Access Targets convey the clinically appropriate timeframe patients should be seen within, by reason for referral and priority level.
Access Target
Required Information/Investigations
Timing
Additional Details
+-
Heart failure
Past Medical History
| Most recent
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Most recent
Cardiac Consultation/Internal Medicine Consultation/Discharge Summary
| Most recent
Blood Work: CBC, Electrolytes, BUN
| Within 1 month
Blood Work: OP NT-pro BNP, Inpatient NT-pro BNP required upon discharge
| Within 6 months
Echocardiogram - Mandatory
| Most recent
Cardiac catheterization
| If available (most recent)
Cardiac MRI
| If available (most recent)
MUGA - Multiple-gated acquisition
| If available (most recent)
Myocardial perfusion stress imaging using Thallium 201
| If available (most recent)
  • new diagnosis of HF, stable, compensated
  • HF with mild to moderate or NYHA II/III symptoms
  • worsening HF with therapy
  • mild symptoms with valvular heart disease, renal disease or hypotension
  • chronic HF disease management NYHA II
  • NYHA FC I symptoms, structural heart disease without symptoms of HF (AHA/ACC stage B)
ADDITIONAL SERVICE DETAILS
Exclusion Criteria/Ineligibilty:   
  • Does not have a confirmed diagnosis of HF
  • Referrals for a second opinion or advanced HF specialist assessemnt
  • Does not have symptoms of HF
  • Patient's primary cardiologist does not follow within the CFC
  • Does not have a primary cardiologist
  • Unable to physically attend the CFC on a regular basis
  • Not willing to adhere to Patient/Clinic roles
  • Patients followed by another program
  • Known history documented abuse of staff and for whom an accepted risk mitigation plan is not in place.


Patients who are not eligible for the CFC may be considered for referral to:
  • Cardiac Navigation
  • Referral to Alberta Healthy Living Program (Dietary Consult and/or Exercise)
  • Primary Cardiologist
  • Internist/GIM clinic 
  • Community paramedics
  • Access to AHS website myhealth.alberta and search heart failure for educational literature
  • Referral to Home Care Heart Failure Team (only within Calgary Zone city limits)
If requested by the referrer, the Medical Director of the CFC at any site may on request, review the  referral to suggest best available alternative.
COMMUNICATION PROCESS
Communication of referral receipt to referral
source will occur within 7 calendar days.
 
Communication of appointment details or wait list status to patient and referral
source will occur within 14 calendar days.
 
Communication of initial appointment outcomes to referral
source will occur within 30 calendar days.
 
MISSED APPOINTMENT GUIDELINES
No show or late cancellation (<24hour) to the initial appointment will result in telephone followup to explain our discharge policy for no show appointments and rebooking of appointments. A total of three no shows or late cancellations (<24 hours) to an initial appointment will require a re-referral to the CFC.

Patients who miss three consecutive scheduled follow up CFC appointments, or 50% of their appointments within a year, without notification to the clinic and with no valid reason, will be assessed for discharge from the clinic.

Patients who are unable to attend scheduled appointments must notify the clinic at least 24 hours in advance.


No show or late cancellation (<24hour) to the initial appointment will result in telephone followup to explain our discharge policy for no show appointments and rebooking of appointments. A total of three no shows or late cancellations (<24 hours) to an initial appointment will require a re-referral to the CFC.

Patients who miss three consecutive scheduled follow up CFC appointments, or 50% of their appointments within a year, without notification to the clinic and with no valid reason, will be assessed for discharge from the clinic.

Patients who are unable to attend scheduled appointments must notify the clinic at least 24 hours in advance.


DIRECTIONS
Located at the intersection of 16 Avenue NW and 29 Street NW.

Transit:
Public transportation is available to this facility.
Located at the intersection of 16 Avenue NW and 29 Street NW.

Transit:
Public transportation is available to this facility.
PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
The new Central Parking is now open to patients, families and visitors. Public parking is available on the Skyline (second level at grade) and Mountain levels (third level) with an additional level opening in the coming months.
Most public parking at Foothills Medical Centre will be in the new Central Parking, but there are two other public parking lots for your convenience: West Parking (Lot 10) and North Parking (Lot 6)
The new Central Parking is now open to patients, families and visitors. Public parking is available on the Skyline (second level at grade) and Mountain levels (third level) with an additional level opening in the coming months.
Most public parking at Foothills Medical Centre will be in the new Central Parking, but there are two other public parking lots for your convenience: West Parking (Lot 10) and North Parking (Lot 6)
ADDRESS
Area 6a Health Sciences Centre
1403 29 Street NW
Calgary Alberta
T2N 2T9
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm


Description:
Closed on weekends and statutory holidays.

Phones are answered from 8:00 AM-3:30PM Monday to Friday

Closed from 12:00PM-1:00PM for lunch
   
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
Yes

This service is already linked to the profile of Dr.
at South Health Campus
Connect Care Specialty: Cardiology
Connect Care Department: CGY SHC CARDIAC FUNCTION CL
Module 5A, Level 5 4448 Front Street SE, Calgary Alberta, T3M 1M4
Phone: 403-956-2675 Fax: 403-956-2695
Alberta Health Services - Calgary Zone
Estimated Routine Appt Wait Time: Within 3 months

Accepting referrals at this service
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
Clinic is dedicated to the management of heart failure patients who have complex care needs.
The Cardiac Function Clinic (CFC) is a multidisciplinary clinic dedicated to the support of Heart Failure (HF) patients who have complex care needs that require close monitoring and/or medication optimization .
Care offered includes ongoing physical assessment, management of medical and non-pharmacological treatments, and patient teaching regarding diet, lifestyle and medication management.
EMERGENCY REFERRAL PROCESS
Clinically unstable patients should be directed to either call 911 or to present to the nearest Emergency Department. On call service or emergent care is NOT provided by this clinic after hours.
Clinically unstable patients should be directed to either call 911 or to present to the nearest Emergency Department. On call service or emergent care is NOT provided by this clinic after hours.
URGENT REFERRAL PROCESS
URGENT: Target < 2 weeks*

*For urgent referrals, the referring source must call the Cardiac Function Clinic (CFC) and speak directly to the nurse clinician to secure appointment.



URGENT: Target < 2 weeks*

*For urgent referrals, the referring source must call the Cardiac Function Clinic (CFC) and speak directly to the nurse clinician to secure appointment.



ROUTINE REFERRAL PROCESS
Referrals sent to the CFC must include the following components before a referral will be processed and assessed. Incomplete referrals will be returned to the referring source for completion.
  • The patient has a primary Cardiologist who has seen them
    within the last year OR from a recent hospitalization 
  • The patient’s primary Cardiologist has been contacted by
    the referring source and has agreed to follow the patient
    in CFC  
  • Completed CFC Referral Form     
  • Accurate patient demographics including contact information is listed.
ROUTINE: Target < 6 weeks

Referrals sent to the CFC must include the following components before a referral will be processed and assessed. Incomplete referrals will be returned to the referring source for completion.
  • The patient has a primary Cardiologist who has seen them
    within the last year OR from a recent hospitalization 
  • The patient’s primary Cardiologist has been contacted by
    the referring source and has agreed to follow the patient
    in CFC  
  • Completed CFC Referral Form     
  • Accurate patient demographics including contact information is listed.
ROUTINE: Target < 6 weeks

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Patients must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. A diagnosis of Heart Failure (HF) either through a consultant's note or through a discharge summary from hospital.
2. A primary cardiologist has been identified and they are agreeable to follow the patient in CFC
3. A documented measure of Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (LVEF).
4. Require ongoing titration of medications or enhanced surveillance for
Patients must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. A diagnosis of Heart Failure (HF) either through a consultant's note or through a discharge summary from hospital.
2. A primary cardiologist has been identified and they are agreeable to follow the patient in CFC
3. A documented measure of Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (LVEF).
4. Require ongoing titration of medications or enhanced surveillance for either:
  • Optimization Track: Medication titration of evidence based HF medications only. (Following medication titration, patient will be immediately discharged from the CFC to the care of the primary cardiologist or the primary care giver).
  • Care Track: Ongoing management of HF care in clinic until meeting discharge criteria.
5. Be 18 years or older.
6. Patient/Agent is aware and agreeable to be seen and cared for in the CFC and be able to physically attend appointments on a regular basis.

For special cases outside of eligibility criteria, direct discussion between the accepting primary cardiologist and the medical director of the specific CFC should take place. Referral will be accepted if in agreement by both parties.



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REFERRAL PHONE
403-956-2675
REFERRAL FAX
403-956-2695
PHONE
403-956-2675
FAX
403-956-2695
LINKED SPECIALISTS

REFERRAL GUIDELINES
+-
Urgent Reason for Referral
Access Targets convey the clinically appropriate timeframe patients should be seen within, by reason for referral and priority level.
Access Target
Required Information/Investigations
Timing
Additional Details
+-
Heart failure
Past Medical History
| Most recent
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Most recent
Cardiac Consultation/Internal Medicine Consultation/Discharge Summary
| Most recent
Blood Work: CBC, Electrolytes, Urea
| Within 1 month
Blood Work: OP NT-pro BNP, Inpatient NT-pro BNP required upon discharge
| Within 6 months
Echocardiogram - Mandatory
| Most recent
Cardiac catheterization
| If available (most recent)
Cardiac MRI
| If available (most recent)
MUGA - Multiple-gated acquisition
| If available (most recent)
Myocardial perfusion stress imaging using Thallium 201
| If available (most recent)
  • progressive HF and/or decompensated HF
  • new diagnosis of HF, unstable, decompensated
  • new progression to NYHA IV, AHA/ACC stage D
  • post myocaridal infarction HF
  • post hospitalization or ER visit for HF
  • HF with severe valvular heart disease

+-
Routine Reason for Referral
Access Targets convey the clinically appropriate timeframe patients should be seen within, by reason for referral and priority level.
Access Target
Required Information/Investigations
Timing
Additional Details
+-
Heart failure
Past Medical History
| Most recent
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Most recent
Cardiac Consultation/Internal Medicine Consultation/Discharge Summary
| Most recent
Blood Work: CBC, Electrolytes, Urea
| Within 1 month
Blood Work: OP NT-pro BNP, Inpatient NT-pro BNP required upon discharge
| Within 6 months
Echocardiogram - Mandatory
| Most recent
Cardiac catheterization
| If available (most recent)
Cardiac MRI
| If available (most recent)
MUGA - Multiple-gated acquisition
| If available (most recent)
Myocardial perfusion stress imaging using Thallium 201
| If available (most recent)
  • new diagnosis of HF, stable, compensated
  • HF with mild to moderate or NYHA II/III symptoms
  • worsening HF with therapy
  • mild symptoms with valvular heart disease, renal disease or hypotension
  • chronic HF disease management NYHA II
  • NYHA FC I symptoms, structural heart disease without symptoms of HF (AHA/ACC stage B)
ADDITIONAL SERVICE DETAILS
Exclusion Criteria/Ineligibilty:   
  • Does not have a confirmed diagnosis of HF
  • Does not have a primary cardiologist
  • Referrals for a second opinion or advanced HF specialist assessemnt
  • Does not have symptoms of HF
  • Patient's primary cardiologist does not follow within the CFC
  • Unable to physically attend the CFC on a regular basis
  • Not willing to adhere to Patient/Clinic roles
  • Patients followed by another program
  • Known history documented abuse of staff and for whom an accepted risk mitigation plan is not in place


Patients who are not eligible for the CFC may be considered for referral to:
  • Referral to Alberta Healthy Living Program (Dietary Consult and/or Exercise)
  • Primary Cardiologist
  • Internist/GIM clinic 
  • Community paramedics
  • Access to AHS website myhealth.alberta and search heart failure for educational literature
  • Referral to Home Care Heart Failure Team (only within Calgary Zone city limits)
If requested by the referrer, the Medical Director of the CFC at any site may on request, review the  referral to suggest best available alternative.
COMMUNICATION PROCESS
Communication of referral receipt to referral
source will occur within 7 calendar days.
 
Communication of appointment details or wait list status to patient and referral
source will occur within 14 calendar days.
 
Communication of initial appointment outcomes to referral
source will occur within 30 calendar days.
 
MISSED APPOINTMENT GUIDELINES
No show or late cancellation (<24hour) to the initial appointment will result in telephone followup to explain our discharge policy for no show appointments and rebooking of appointments. A total of three no shows or late cancellations (<24 hours) to an initial appointment will require a re-referral to the CFC.

Patients who miss three consecutive scheduled follow up CFC appointments, or 50% of their appointments within a year, without notification to the clinic and with no valid reason, will be assessed for discharge from the clinic.

Patients who are unable to attend scheduled appointments must notify the clinic at least 24 hours in advance.


No show or late cancellation (<24hour) to the initial appointment will result in telephone followup to explain our discharge policy for no show appointments and rebooking of appointments. A total of three no shows or late cancellations (<24 hours) to an initial appointment will require a re-referral to the CFC.

Patients who miss three consecutive scheduled follow up CFC appointments, or 50% of their appointments within a year, without notification to the clinic and with no valid reason, will be assessed for discharge from the clinic.

Patients who are unable to attend scheduled appointments must notify the clinic at least 24 hours in advance.


DIRECTIONS
The Cardiac Function Clinic at SHC is located on level 5, Clinic 5A | Cardiology
South Health Campus information


The Cardiac Function Clinic at SHC is located on level 5, Clinic 5A | Cardiology
South Health Campus information


PARKING MAP


ADDRESS
Module 5A, Level 5
4448 Front Street SE
Calgary Alberta
T3M 1M4
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
   
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
Yes

This facility is wheelchair accessible.

This service is already linked to the profile of Dr.
at Rockyview General Hospital
Connect Care Specialty: Cardiology
Connect Care Department: CGY RGH CARDIAC FUNCTION CL
7007 14 Street SW, Calgary Alberta, T2V 1P9
Phone: 403-943-8623 Fax: 403-943-8619
Alberta Health Services - Calgary Zone
Estimated Routine Appt Wait Time: Within 3 months

Accepting referrals at this service
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
Clinic is dedicated to the management of heart failure patients who have complex care needs.
The Cardiac Function Clinic (CFC) is a multidisciplinary clinic dedicated to the support of Heart Failure (HF) patients who have complex care needs that require close monitoring and/or medication optimization .
Care offered includes ongoing physical assessment, management of medical and non-pharmacological treatments, and patient teaching regarding diet, lifestyle and medication management.
EMERGENCY REFERRAL PROCESS
Clinically unstable patients should be directed to either call 911 or to present to the nearest Emergency Department. On call service or emergent care is NOT provided by this clinic after hours.
Clinically unstable patients should be directed to either call 911 or to present to the nearest Emergency Department. On call service or emergent care is NOT provided by this clinic after hours.
URGENT REFERRAL PROCESS
URGENT: Target < 2 weeks*

*For urgent referrals, the referring source must call the Cardiac Function Clinic (CFC) and speak directly to the nurse clinician to secure appointment.
URGENT: Target < 2 weeks*

*For urgent referrals, the referring source must call the Cardiac Function Clinic (CFC) and speak directly to the nurse clinician to secure appointment.
ROUTINE REFERRAL PROCESS
Referrals sent to the CFC must include the following components before a referral will be processed and assessed. Incomplete referrals will be returned to the referring source for completion.
  • Completed CFC Referral Form        
  • Accurate patient demographics including contact information is listed.
ROUTINE: Target < 6 weeks
Referrals sent to the CFC must include the following components before a referral will be processed and assessed. Incomplete referrals will be returned to the referring source for completion.
  • Completed CFC Referral Form        
  • Accurate patient demographics including contact information is listed.
ROUTINE: Target < 6 weeks
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Patients must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. A diagnosis of Heart Failure (HF) either through a consultant's note or through a discharge summary from hospital.
2. A primary cardiologist has been identified and they are agreeable to follow the patient in CFC
3. A documented measure of Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (LVEF).
4. Require ongoing titration of medications or enhanced surveillance for
Patients must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. A diagnosis of Heart Failure (HF) either through a consultant's note or through a discharge summary from hospital.
2. A primary cardiologist has been identified and they are agreeable to follow the patient in CFC
3. A documented measure of Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (LVEF).
4. Require ongoing titration of medications or enhanced surveillance for either:
  • Optimization Track: Medication titration of evidence based HF medications only. (Following medication titration, patient will be immediately discharged from the CFC to the care of the primary cardiologist or the primary care giver).
  • Care Track: Ongoing management of HF care in clinic until meeting discharge criteria.
5. Be 18 years or older.
6. Patient/Agent is aware and agreeable to be seen and cared for in the CFC and be able to physically attend appointments on a regular basis.

For special cases outside of eligibility criteria, direct discussion between the accepting primary cardiologist and the medical director of the specific CFC should take place. Referral will be accepted if in agreement by both parties.

Exclusion Criteria/Ineligibilty:   
  • Does not have a confirmed diagnosis of HF
  • Referrals for a second opinion or advanced HF specialist assessemnt
  • Does not have symptoms of HF
  • Patient's primary cardiologist does not follow within the CFC
  • Does not have a primary cardiologist
  • Unable to physically attend the CFC on a regular basis
  • Not willing to adhere to Patient/Clinic roles
  • Patients followed by another program
  • Known history documented abuse of staff and for whom an accepted risk mitigation plan is not in place.

Patients who are not eligible for the CFC may be considered for referral to:
  • Cardiac Navigation
  • Referral to Alberta Healthy Living Program (Dietary Consult and/or Exercise)
  • Primary Cardiologist
  • Internist/GIM clinic 
  • Community paramedics
  • Access to AHS website myhealth.alberta and search heart failure for educational literature
  • Referral to Home Care Heart Failure Team (only within Calgary Zone city limits)
If requested by the referrer, the Medical Director of the CFC at any site may on request, review the  referral to suggest best available alternative.
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REFERRAL PHONE
403-943-8623
REFERRAL FAX
403-943-8619
PHONE
403-943-8623
FAX
403-943-8619
REFERRAL GUIDELINES
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Urgent Reason for Referral
Access Targets convey the clinically appropriate timeframe patients should be seen within, by reason for referral and priority level.
Access Target
Required Information/Investigations
Timing
Additional Details
+-
Heart failure
Past Medical History
| Most recent
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Most recent
Cardiac Consultation/Internal Medicine Consultation/Discharge Summary
| Most recent
Blood Work: CBC, Electrolytes, BUN
| Within 1 month
Blood Work: OP NT-pro BNP, Inpatient NT-pro BNP required upon discharge
| Within 6 months
Echocardiogram - Mandatory
| Most recent
Cardiac catheterization
| If available (most recent)
Cardiac MRI
| If available (most recent)
MUGA - Multiple-gated acquisition
| If available (most recent)
Myocardial perfusion stress imaging using Thallium 201
| If available (most recent)
  • progressive HF and/or decompensated HF
  • new diagnosis of HF, unstable, decompensated
  • new progression to NYHA IV, AHA/ACC stage D
  • post myocaridal infarction HF
  • post hospitalization or ER visit for HF
  • HF with severe valvular heart disease

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Routine Reason for Referral
Access Targets convey the clinically appropriate timeframe patients should be seen within, by reason for referral and priority level.
Access Target
Required Information/Investigations
Timing
Additional Details
+-
Heart failure
Past Medical History
| Most recent
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Most recent
Cardiac Consultation/Internal Medicine Consultation/Discharge Summary
| Most recent
Blood Work: CBC, Electrolytes, BUN
| Within 1 month
Blood Work: OP NT-pro BNP, Inpatient NT-pro BNP required upon discharge
| Within 6 months
Echocardiogram - Mandatory
| Most recent
Cardiac catheterization
| If available (most recent)
Cardiac MRI
| If available (most recent)
MUGA - Multiple-gated acquisition
| If available (most recent)
Myocardial perfusion stress imaging using Thallium 201
| If available (most recent)
  • new diagnosis of HF, stable, compensated
  • HF with mild to moderate or NYHA II/III symptoms
  • worsening HF with therapy
  • mild symptoms with valvular heart disease, renal disease or hypotension
  • chronic HF disease management NYHA II
  • NYHA FC I symptoms, structural heart disease without symptoms of HF (AHA/ACC stage B)
ADDITIONAL SERVICE DETAILS
COMMUNICATION PROCESS
Communication of referral receipt to referral
source will occur within 7 calendar days.
 
Communication of appointment details or wait list status to patient and referral
source will occur within 14 calendar days.
 
Communication of initial appointment outcomes to referral
source will occur within 30 calendar days.
 
MISSED APPOINTMENT GUIDELINES
No show or late cancellation (<24hour) to the initial appointment will result in telephone followup to explain our discharge policy for no show appointments and rebooking of appointments. A total of three no shows or late cancellations (<24 hours) to an initial appointment will require a re-referral to the CFC.

Patients who miss three consecutive scheduled follow up CFC appointments, or 50% of their appointments within a year, without notification to the clinic and with no valid reason, will be assessed for discharge from the clinic.

Patients who are unable to attend scheduled appointments must notify the clinic at least 24 hours in advance.
No show or late cancellation (<24hour) to the initial appointment will result in telephone followup to explain our discharge policy for no show appointments and rebooking of appointments. A total of three no shows or late cancellations (<24 hours) to an initial appointment will require a re-referral to the CFC.

Patients who miss three consecutive scheduled follow up CFC appointments, or 50% of their appointments within a year, without notification to the clinic and with no valid reason, will be assessed for discharge from the clinic.

Patients who are unable to attend scheduled appointments must notify the clinic at least 24 hours in advance.
DIRECTIONS
Rockyview General Hospital is located at the intersection of 14 Street SW and 75 Avenue SW.

Transit:
Public transportation is available to this facility. 
Rockyview General Hospital is located at the intersection of 14 Street SW and 75 Avenue SW.

Transit:
Public transportation is available to this facility. 
PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
Public parking available in Lot 1, and Lot 9. Accessible parking lots available near the Emergency entrance. 
Public parking available in Lot 1, and Lot 9. Accessible parking lots available near the Emergency entrance. 
ADDRESS
7007 14 Street SW
Calgary Alberta
T2V 1P9
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 4:15 pm
   
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
Yes

This service is already linked to the profile of Dr.
at Foothills Medical Centre
Connect Care Specialty: Cardiology
Connect Care Department: Calgary Zone Arrhythmia CAT
1403 29 Street NW, Calgary Alberta, T2N 2T9
Phone: 403-944-4632 Fax: 403-592-4241 (Referral)
Alberta Health Services - Calgary Zone
Estimated Routine Appt Wait Time: Within 9 months

Accepting referrals at this service
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
Provides management, treatment, and education for people with heart rhythm abnormalities.
Service may include:
  • treating symptomatic heart rhythm abnormalities that don't need a pacemaker or defibrillator
  • cardiac electrophysiology central referral, triage, assessment, treatment, and education
  • telehealth and on-site education classes for patients and families
  • interventional electrophysiology procedures including EP studies and ablations
EMERGENCY REFERRAL PROCESS
Please direct patients to the nearest Emergency Department or Urgent Care Facility.
Please direct patients to the nearest Emergency Department or Urgent Care Facility.
URGENT REFERRAL PROCESS
Please note - Syncope within the setting of any documented arrhythmia should be reported urgently.
Contact RAAPID (403-944-4486) for the Electrophysiologist on call for any urgent referrals including those that may require inpatient admission.
Please note - Syncope within the setting of any documented arrhythmia should be reported urgently.
Contact RAAPID (403-944-4486) for the Electrophysiologist on call for any urgent referrals including those that may require inpatient admission.
ROUTINE REFERRAL PROCESS
Please fax completed referral form
Please include any additional cardiac diagnostic tests that have been completed or are pending
This is a referral service only referring to the most appropriate electrophysiologist with the shortest wait time

Current patient demographics and contact information is essential

Cardiac Arrhythmia Additional Information 
Please fax completed referral form
Please include any additional cardiac diagnostic tests that have been completed or are pending
This is a referral service only referring to the most appropriate electrophysiologist with the shortest wait time

Current patient demographics and contact information is essential

Cardiac Arrhythmia Additional Information 
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
This clinic sees patients 18 years of age and older
This clinic sees patients 18 years of age and older
REFERRAL PHONE
403-944-4632
REFERRAL FAX
403-592-4241
PHONE
403-944-4632
FAX
403-592-4241 (Referral)
REFERRAL GUIDELINES
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Routine Reason for Referral
Access Targets convey the clinically appropriate timeframe patients should be seen within, by reason for referral and priority level.
Access Target
Required Information/Investigations
Timing
Additional Details
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Ablation
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
Opinion for ablation;
  • Atrial Fibrillation (AF)
  • Atrial Flutter (AFL)
  • Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)
  • Wolf Parkinson White (WPW)
  • Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
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Brugada syndrome
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
+-
Long QT syndrome
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
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Orthostatic hypotension
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
Orthostatic Vitals Signs
| Within 1 month
Please perform orthostatic vitals (including heart rate and blood pressure) as follows;

5 mins supine
1 min standing
5 mins standing
8 mins standing
10 mins standing
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Palpitations
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
+-
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
Complete Blood Count
| Within 12 months
Iron Indices
| Within 12 months
Orthostatic Vital signs
| Within 1 month
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Measurement
| Within 12 months
Please perform orthostatic vitals (including heart rate and blood pressure) as follows;

5 mins supine
1 min standing
5 min standing
8 min standing
10 min standing
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Sinus tachycardia
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
Complete Blood Count
| Within 12 months
Iron Indices
| Within 12 months
Orthostatic Vital Signs
| Within 1 month
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Measurement
| Within 12 months
Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia

Please perform orthostatic vitals (including heart rate and blood pressure) as follows;

5 mins supine
1 min standing
5 min standing
8 min standing
10 min standing
+-
Supraventricular tachycardia
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
Please indicate if SVT is associated with syncope.
| current
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Syncope
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
Complete Blood Count
| Within 12 months
Iron Indices
| Within 12 months
Orthostatic Vital Signs
| Within 1 month
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Measurement
| Within 12 months
Syncope within the setting of any arrhythmia should be reported urgently. See urgent process above for further direction.

Please perform orthostatic vitals (including heart rate and blood pressure) as follows;

5 mins supine
1 min standing
5 mins standing
8 mins standing
10 mins standing
+-
Ventricular premature contractions
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVC)
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Wolff Parkinson White syndrome
Current Patient Demographics
| Current
Referral letter including history
| Within 1 month
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
ECG
| Within 1 month
Documentation of Arrhythmia
| Any and all
Echocardiogram
| If available
Holter monitor
| If available
Stress test
| If available
Please indicate if WPW is associated with syncope.
| current
ADDITIONAL SERVICE DETAILS
Services include:
  • Cardiac electrophysiology central referral, triage, and education
  • Interventional electrophysiology procedures including EP studies and ablations - only at FMC
  • Implanted Loop Recorder - SHC
Usual referrals are for SVT (supraventricular tachycardia) or VT (ventricular tachycardia).
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) / Atrial Flutter (AFL) management should go directly to either;
  • Atrial Fibrillation Clinic at FMC; 403-944-3580 (fax)
  • Atrial Fibrillation Clinic at SHC; 403-668-2155 (fax)
COMMUNICATION PROCESS
Communication of referral receipt to referral
source will occur within 7 calendar days.
 
Communication of appointment details or wait list status to patient and referral
source will occur within 14 calendar days.
 
Communication of initial appointment outcomes to referral
source will occur within 30 calendar days.
 
MISSED APPOINTMENT GUIDELINES
If you are unable to attend a scheduled appointment, please contact the clinic a minimum of 48 hours in advance.
If you are unable to attend a scheduled appointment, please contact the clinic a minimum of 48 hours in advance.
DIRECTIONS
Clinic directions are communicated at time of appointment scheduling.
Clinic directions are communicated at time of appointment scheduling.
PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
ADDRESS
1403 29 Street NW
Calgary Alberta
T2N 2T9
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
   
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
Yes

This service is already linked to the profile of Dr.
at South Health Campus
Connect Care Specialty: Cardiology
Connect Care Department: CGY SHC ATRIAL FIBRILLATION CL
3rd Floor 4448 Front Street SE, Calgary Alberta, T3M 1M4
Phone: 403-956-2602 Fax: 403-668-2155
Alberta Health Services - Calgary Zone
Estimated Routine Appt Wait Time: Within 12 months

Accepting referrals at this service
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
This cardiac outpatient clinic provides management and education of adults with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter.
This cardiac service provides:
  • management of patients with atrial fibrillation and/or atrial flutter
  • patient education
Patients are discharged from the clinic once their condition has been stabilized by medication.
EMERGENCY REFERRAL PROCESS
Fax Atrial Fibrillation Clinic Referral form to new number listed on this page.
Fax Atrial Fibrillation Clinic Referral form to new number listed on this page.
URGENT REFERRAL PROCESS
Every referral with be triaged and a complete nursing history will be done within 14 days. Physician appointments will be according to triaged urgency determined by the Nurse Clinician in our clinic.

This clinic aims for the following wait times:
Routine- within 9-12
Semi urgent- within 3 months
Urgent- within 1-2 months
Every referral with be triaged and a complete nursing history will be done within 14 days. Physician appointments will be according to triaged urgency determined by the Nurse Clinician in our clinic.

This clinic aims for the following wait times:
Routine- within 9-12
Semi urgent- within 3 months
Urgent- within 1-2 months
ROUTINE REFERRAL PROCESS
Fax Atrial Fibrillation Clinic Referral form to new number listed on this page.
Fax Atrial Fibrillation Clinic Referral form to new number listed on this page.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Must have a family doctor for ongoing care.
Must have a family doctor for ongoing care.
REFERRAL FORM
Atrial Fibrillation Clinic Referral Form

*** NOTE: this referral form has an outdated FMC fax number.  Please use new fax number on this page.***
Atrial Fibrillation Clinic Referral Form

*** NOTE: this referral form has an outdated FMC fax number.  Please use new fax number on this page.***
REFERRAL PHONE
403-956-2602
REFERRAL FAX
403-668-2155
PHONE
403-956-2602
FAX
403-668-2155
REFERRAL GUIDELINES
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Routine Reason for Referral
Access Targets convey the clinically appropriate timeframe patients should be seen within, by reason for referral and priority level.
Access Target
Required Information/Investigations
Timing
Additional Details
+-
Atrial fibrillation
ECG with documented Atrial Fibrillation/Flutter
| Within 3 months
Medication List
| Within 6 months
Past medical history
| Within 6 months
Cardiac test results
| Within 6 months
Please refer to the Atrial Fibrillation Clinic Referral form and complete in full prior to submitting.
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Atrial flutter
ECG with documented Atrial Fibrillation/Flutter
| Within 3 months
Medication List
| Within 6 months
Past medical history
| Within 6 months
Cardiac test results
| Within 6 months
Please refer to the Atrial Fibrillation Clinic Referral form and complete in full prior to submitting.
ADDITIONAL SERVICE DETAILS
The Atrial Fibrillation clinic offers the following services for patients with documented atrial fibrillation/flutter:
  • Management plan
  • Anticoagulation assessment
  • Cardioversion
  • Patient education
  • Cardio-electrophysiology consultation (including ablation consultation)


COMMUNICATION PROCESS
Communication of referral receipt to referral
source will occur within 7 calendar days.
 
Communication of appointment details or wait list status to patient and referral
source will occur within 14 calendar days.
 
Communication of initial appointment outcomes to referral
source will occur within 30 calendar days.
 
MISSED APPOINTMENT GUIDELINES
Currently in development.
Currently in development.
DIRECTIONS
This clinic is located on the 3rd floor - Cardiovascular Diagnostics department at South Health Campus.
This clinic is located on the 3rd floor - Cardiovascular Diagnostics department at South Health Campus.
PARKING MAP
ADDRESS
3rd Floor
4448 Front Street SE
Calgary Alberta
T3M 1M4
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
   
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
Yes

This facility is wheelchair accessible.

This service is already linked to the profile of Dr.
at South Health Campus
Connect Care Specialty: Cardiology
Connect Care Department: CGY SHC CARDIOLOGY CL
Cardiology Clinic 5th floor 4448 Front Street SE, Calgary Alberta, T3M 1M4
Phone: 403-956-2660
Alberta Health Services - Calgary Zone
Estimated Routine Appt Wait Time: Not Available

Accepting referrals at this service
SERVICE DESCRIPTION
Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for people with cardiac (heart) issues.
This service provides comprehensive diagnostic, assessment, treatment and follow-up services within cardiology subspecialties.
EMERGENCY REFERRAL PROCESS
Direct patients to the nearest Emergency Department if they are experiencing a serious illness or injury. Patients with potentially life threatening conditions should immediately phone 9-1-1. 
Direct patients to the nearest Emergency Department if they are experiencing a serious illness or injury. Patients with potentially life threatening conditions should immediately phone 9-1-1. 
URGENT REFERRAL PROCESS
Please indicate 'urgent' on referral and call to discuss.
Please indicate 'urgent' on referral and call to discuss.
ROUTINE REFERRAL PROCESS
Fax General Cardiology referrals directly to the preferred Cardiologist. Refer to that Cardiologist's ARD profile (click on the respective hyperlink on the right of this profile) for the fax number listed within the "Notes" section. 

Referrals to a specific Cardiac subspecialty clinic should be faxed directly to that clinic.  Refer to that Service's/Clinic's ARD profile for the contact information.


Fax General Cardiology referrals directly to the preferred Cardiologist. Refer to that Cardiologist's ARD profile (click on the respective hyperlink on the right of this profile) for the fax number listed within the "Notes" section. 

Referrals to a specific Cardiac subspecialty clinic should be faxed directly to that clinic.  Refer to that Service's/Clinic's ARD profile for the contact information.


ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS


PHONE
403-956-2660
REFERRAL GUIDELINES
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Routine Reason for Referral
Access Targets convey the clinically appropriate timeframe patients should be seen within, by reason for referral and priority level.
Access Target
Required Information/Investigations
Timing
Additional Details
+-
Cardiology
Medication List (dose, frequency, route)
| Within 1 month
Past medical history
| Within 1 month
If available please bring relevant lab results and cardiac diagnostics results
| Current
Please indicate Cardiac history and current issues/concerns
ADDITIONAL SERVICE DETAILS
COMMUNICATION PROCESS
Communication of referral receipt to referral
source will occur within 7 calendar days.
 
Communication of appointment details or wait list status to patient and referral
source will occur within 14 calendar days.
 
Communication of initial appointment outcomes to referral
source will occur within 30 calendar days.
 
MISSED APPOINTMENT GUIDELINES
Contact the clinic as soon as possible when needing to re-schedule an appointment. 
Contact the clinic as soon as possible when needing to re-schedule an appointment. 
DIRECTIONS
South Health Campus (SHC) is located in the southeast of Calgary. Take Deerfoot Trail to the Cranston Ave/Seton Blvd exit and head one block east on Seton Boulevard. South Health Campus will be on your right.

For regular clinic visits, travel clockwise around the building to access underground parking and the main entrance. There is access to the Emergency Department entrance off of Seton Boulevard.

Transit:
Current bus service to South Health Campus (SHC) include:
- Route 468 travels through Cranston, Seton, Auburn Bay and Mahogany. This bus drops off at the west stop on Seton Boulevard to the north of the campus.
South Health Campus (SHC) is located in the southeast of Calgary. Take Deerfoot Trail to the Cranston Ave/Seton Blvd exit and head one block east on Seton Boulevard. South Health Campus will be on your right.

For regular clinic visits, travel clockwise around the building to access underground parking and the main entrance. There is access to the Emergency Department entrance off of Seton Boulevard.

Transit:
Current bus service to South Health Campus (SHC) include:
- Route 468 travels through Cranston, Seton, Auburn Bay and Mahogany. This bus drops off at the west stop on Seton Boulevard to the north of the campus.
ADDRESS
Cardiology Clinic 5th floor
4448 Front Street SE
Calgary Alberta
T3M 1M4
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
   
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
Yes

This facility is wheelchair accessible.

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