South Bend Clinic
Ear, Nose, and Throat (Otolaryngology) • Elkhart, IN • Since 1916
About
The South Bend Clinic is a physician-owned, multi-specialty health system founded in 1916 and headquartered in South Bend, IN. It operates 4 office locations (primarily in South Bend) with a main campus and ambulatory surgery center, employing over 630 staff and 125+ providers across 21 specialties. The clinic offers primary, specialty, and urgent care close to home and maintains a private, nonprofit-like status. For ENT-specific care (Ear, Nose & Throat), you can contact The South Bend Clinic at 574-234-8161 or visit their South Bend locations; the organization lists otolaryngology among its many specialties and has a network of related providers.
Clinic Type
Ear, Nose, and Throat (Otolaryngology)
Address
Elkhart: 303 South Nappanee Street, Suite E, Elkhart, Indiana 46514; South Bend: 6301 University Commons, Suite 360, South Bend, Indiana 46635
Phone
574-232-4800
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
What conditions do ENT specialists treat?
Common conditions include chronic sinusitis, ear infections, hearing loss, balance problems, sleep apnea, voice and swallowing disorders, thyroid/parathyroid conditions, tonsil/adenoid issues, head and neck concerns.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- The South Bend Clinic (Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey): 4.7 to 4.9 out of 5 (provider-specific satisfaction ratings) (Varies by provider (e.g., 477 ratings for Dr. Pfeiffer, 407 for Dr. Persino, 215 for PA Christy Lee))
Patients praise
- High clinical expertise of ENT physicians
- Professional and thorough care
- Good bedside manner and patient engagement
- Clear explanations of conditions and treatment plans
Common complaints
- Administrative inefficiencies
- Long waiting times for appointments
- Poor communication from administrative staff
- Perceived lack of empathy or feeling rushed during some visits
"Doctor Persino was professional, knowledgeable, thorough and personable. He listened attentively and explained clearly."
— The South Bend Clinic patient satisfaction survey feedback"Reviews indicate a significant dissatisfaction with the service attitude of the administrative staff, who are often described as rude and unresponsive."
— Wheree summary of user experiencesSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Saint Joseph Ear, Nose and Throat Opens to Serve Michiana Community | Saint Joseph Health System — Sep 8, 2025
- Exhale Sinus Opens New South Bend Clinic and Expands Access to Advanced ENT Care — Nov 14, 2025
- Health Briefs for South Bend and surrounding areas — Sep 10, 2025
- Karen Newcomer, FNP-BC Joins Goshen Physicians ENT, Speech & Audiology — Aug 7, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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