Cancer Research

South Bend’s Medical Mile institutions are known and valued for the world-class care that they provide to patients in the region. But they also are recognized for medical research and cutting-edge innovations.

Here are just a few snapshots of medical discoveries and innovations that are occurring right here in South Bend.

Balloon kyphoplasty
Memorial Hospital of South Bend

Just what is “The Medical Mile”?

The Medical Mile is an alliance between the five largest South Bend-based medical providers and the City of South Bend. It seeks to enrich and promote the image of health care in the community.

The new alliance supports efforts to recruit new clinicians; build awareness of available medical technologies, procedures and advancements; and strengthen the image of the City of South Bend as a progressive, regional leader in health care.