The 20 Best Hypertension Doctors Near Me in Kennesaw, GA

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The 20 Best Hypertension Doctors near Kennesaw, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 378 doctor with experience in Hypertension near Kennesaw, GA. Of these, 250 are Experienced, 113 are Advanced and 14 are Distinguished.

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    Shailesh Malla
    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Distinguished in Hypertension

    Piedmont Heart Of Marietta

    660 Cherokee Street, Suite 250, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Nepali
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shailesh Malla, M.D. earned his medical degree from Tribhuyan University Institute of Medicine, the premier medical school in Nepal. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Jacobi Medical Center and his fellowship in cardiovascular disease at Montefiore Medical Center in the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, New York. Board certified in Cardiovascular Disease (ABIM), Nuclear Cardiology (CBNC) and Echocardiography (NBE), Dr. Malla brings over 10 years of experience to Piedmont Heart. Prior to joining Piedmont Heart, Dr. Malla was a clinical cardiologist with ACG. Dr. Malla is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology who specializes in invasive cardiology, general and consultative cardiology, trans-thoracic and transesophogeal echocardiography, nuclear stress testing and diagnostic cardiac catheterization. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a member of the American College of Physicians. He has been involved in several research projects in the areas of congestive heart failure and echocardiography and has published several articles in scientific journals. He is an instructor for ACLS as well. Dr. Malla is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Board Certification American Board of Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology (CBNC), Echo Board (ASCeXAM), American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Malla is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Hypertension.

    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Kennesaw Medical Center

    3805 Cherokee St NW, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tami Breton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Breton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1.

    Joseph Boecker
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Kennesaw

    187 Chastain Rd Suite 200, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Boecker received his undergraduate degree from Bloomfield College in Bloomfield, New Jersey, and earned his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pennsylvania. He completed his internship in osteopathic medicine at Doctor's Hospital, which is now known as Northlake Hospital in Tucker, Georgia. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Boecker was in private practice in Acworth. He has practiced in the Acworth area for over two decades. Dr. Boecker is board certified in family practice, he is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, Medical Association of Georgia, American College of Osteopathic Family Practitioners and the Cobb County Medical Society. Dr. Boecker is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Boecker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Sinusitis.

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    Samyuktha N. Muralidhara
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Advanced in Hypertension

    Piedmont Physicians Of Kennesaw

    187 Chastain Rd Suite 200, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samyuktha Muralidhara, M.D., earned her Doctorate Degree in Medicine from the University of Sint Eustasius SOM in Cole Bay, Sint Maarten, Caribbean. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology at Michigan State University. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians at Kennesaw, Dr. Muralidhara was Chief Resident of the Family Medicine Program at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. Also while at Mercy Hospital, Dr. Muralidhara was a resident preceptor where she provided medical care and taught students at Des Moines Medical University on two medical brigade trips to Honduras. Dr. Muralidhara is board certified in family medicine and passed the United States Medical Licensing Examination on her first attempt. She is a member of the American Medical Association, American Board of Family Medicine and American Academy of Family Practitioners. Dr. Muralidhara is passionate about providing excellent healthcare to all of her patients and committed to preventative care practices. Additionally, she has special interests in women's health and treating mental health issues. In her spare time, Dr. Muralidhara enjoys playing tennis and golf, reading, running and taking road trips. Dr. Muralidhara is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

    Amy Varner
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Kennesaw

    187 Chastain Rd Suite 200, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Varner, M.D., received her bachelor of science degree in biology from Murray State University where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. She then went on to obtain her doctorate in Medicine from the University of Kentucky while a member of the AOA Honor Society. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Emory University in Atlanta. Dr. Varner is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association.Dr. Varner specializes in executive physicals, anxiety, depression and ADHD, for patients' ages 16 and up. Dr. Varner also performs pap smears and has a special interest in preventative health.In her spare time, Dr. Varner enjoys spending time with family, traveling and being outdoors.Dr. Varner welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Varner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Cirrhosis.

    Experienced in Hypertension
    Experienced in Hypertension

    Kaiser Permanente Townpark Comprehensive Medical Center

    750 Townpark Ln Nw, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Janelle Gooden is a Cardiologist in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Gooden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Endocarditis. Dr. Gooden is currently accepting new patients.

    Meenakshi H. Kakarala
    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP Marietta

    790 Church Street NE, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kakarala earned her bachelor's degree cum laude, from Washington University in Saint Louis, double majoring in biology and anthropology. She earned her medical degree from the University of South Florida where she graduated in the top third of her class. Dr. Kakarala completed her residency at Rush Presbyterian Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Kakarala was in practice at Melbourne Internal Medicine Associates in Florida where she earned the Member Satisfaction with Primary Care Physicians award two years in a row. This award is determined by patient satisfaction surveys and is given to the top ten percent of primary care physicians in the Health First network. She has done research on various projects at Washington University in Saint Louis, Missouri; Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland; University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, and the University of Vienna in Vienna, Austria. Dr. Kakarala believes that establishing personal relationships with her patients is important and enjoys the continuous learning opportunities that practicing modern medicine provides. In her spare time, Dr. Kakarala enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, cooking, yoga and tennis. Dr. Kakarala is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Kakarala is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypothyroidism.

    Raghunath R. Katragadda
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Advanced in Hypertension

    Emory Heart & Vascular At Acworth

    4791 South Main Street, 
    Acworth, GA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Raghunath Katragadda is a Cardiologist in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Katragadda has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

    John H. Foote
    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Towne Lake Primary Care

    970 Woodstock Parkway, Suite 100, 
    Woodstock, GA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Foote is board-certified in family practice. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, he worked as a family practice physician at the Perimeter North Family Practice in Woodstock and the Madigan Army Medical Center in Ft. Lewis, Washington. Dr. Foote received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his internship and residency at East Tennessee State University in Kingsport, Tennessee. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and has a special interest in adult preventative medicine. Dr. Foote is married with one daughter. He enjoys Southern gospel music, travel, and golf. Dr. Foote is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Acute Cystitis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Ketan N. Desai
    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Distinguished in Hypertension

    Piedmont Heart Of Austell

    3820 Medical Park Drive, Suite 2200, 
    Austell, GA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Desai completedschool at Michigan State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his training in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Dr. Desai is trained and qualified in a wide array of cardiac fields. In addition to board certification in Internal Medicine and Cardiology, he is certified by the National Board of Echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound), the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology (radioisotope imaging) and the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (cardiac pacing and cardioversion defibrillation). He is trained in Cardiovascular CT angiography and is skilled in a variety of diagnostic procedures including heart catheterization, pacemaker and defibrillator implantation, and transesophageal echocardiography.He is the Medical Director for the western region of Piedmont Heart Institute, and is also the Medical Director of Piedmont Heart Institute Imaging Labs- Echocardiography. Although his primary focus is on cardiology, Dr. Desai's training and practice is based on a philosophy of holistic medicine - caring for patients as a whole rather than disease entities. He is based out of the PHI-Austell office in Austell, GA. Dr. Desai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Hypertension, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Creekside Medical Clinic, LLC

    3104 Creekside Vlg Dr.STE201, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    We are a primary care family practice devoted to providing comprehensive health care for adolescent children and adults with a gender sensitive, responsive and compassionate approach and base our success on our patients' long-term good health. We will treat each patient with dignity and are committed to listening to each patient's concerns and aggressively treating our patients ailments. Dr. Ramprasad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Macroamylasemia.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Urgent Care

    3980 Jiles Rd NW, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Kuzio is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Kuzio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Bronchitis.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Acworth Family Practice LLC

    4465 Lemon St, 
    Acworth, GA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Harnishkumar Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Marietta Medical Group

    741 Chance Rd, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Imani Vannoy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Vannoy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Cardiology

    Center For Cardiovascular Care

    4550 Cobb Parkway North NW Ste 213, 
    Acworth, GA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Venu Sajja is a Cardiologist in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Sajja is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Long QT Syndrome 1, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Advanced in Hypertension

    Center For Cardiovascular Care

    4550 Cobb Parkway North NW Ste 213, 
    Acworth, GA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Osagie Okundaye is a Cardiologist in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Okundaye is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Towne Lake Medical Center

    145 N Medical Pkwy, 
    Woodstock, GA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Asher Niazi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Woodstock, Georgia. Dr. Niazi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Xanthoma.

    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1025 Rose Creek Dr Ste 620-337, 
    Woodstock, GA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susan C Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Woodstock, Georgia. Dr. C Lee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Advanced in Hypertension

    Wellstar Cardiovascular Medicine LLC

    120 Stonebridge Pkwy Ste 110, 
    Woodstock, GA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Zimmerman is a Cardiologist in Woodstock, Georgia. Dr. Zimmerman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Cardiology

    Wellstar Medical Group LLC

    55 Whitcher St NE Ste 350, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Caras is a Cardiologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Caras is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Hypertension?

    Hypertension is abnormally high blood pressure in the arteries, which are the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the rest of the body. As the heart beats, it forces blood through the arteries to deliver nutrients and oxygen to the rest of the body. The strength of the blood pushing against the artery walls is blood pressure, which is measured in units called millimeters of mercury (mmHg). The top number in a blood pressure reading is the pressure when the heart pumps (systolic blood pressure), and the bottom number is the pressure between heart beats (diastolic blood pressure). In adults, a normal blood pressure measurement is about 120/80 mmHg. Blood pressure is considered high when the measurement is 130/80 mmHg or greater.

    When should I see a Hypertension doctor near Kennesaw, GA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Hypertension doctor near Kennesaw, GA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Hypertension doctors near Kennesaw, GA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Hypertension doctors near Kennesaw, GA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Hypertension doctor near Kennesaw, GA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Hypertension doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hypertension doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Hypertension doctor near Kennesaw, GA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Hypertension doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Hypertension doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Hypertension doctors near Kennesaw, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hypertension doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Hypertension doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hypertension doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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