The 20 Best Pericarditis Doctors Near Me in Canton, GA

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The 20 Best Pericarditis Doctors near Canton, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Pericarditis near Canton, GA. Of these, 19 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Kirk B. Laman
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis

    Piedmont Heart Of Canton

    15 Reinhardt College Parkway, Suite 110, 
    Canton, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kirk Laman, D.O. F.A.C.C., earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee and his medical degree from the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. He went on to do his internal medicine residency at Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital and his invasive cardiology fellowship at Sinai Hospital of Detroit. Dr. Laman is board certified in cardiology, nuclear cardiology, and is a registered physician in vascular interpretation. He is also a member of the American College of Cardiology, the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, the American Society of Echocardiography and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. His special interests include cardiac imaging and preventative cardiology.In his spare time, Dr. Laman enjoys writing, photography, and travel. Dr. Laman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

    Gary C. Chan
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Cardiology

    Piedmont Heart Of Canton

    15 Reinhardt College Parkway, Suite 110, 
    Canton, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese
    Accepting New Patients

    Gary C. Chan, D.O., Ph.D., earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Brookwood Baptist Health and Cardiology Fellowship at University of Arizona in Tucson. He is board certified in Internal Medicine. In addition, Dr. Chan has 13 years of molecular cardiovascular research experience, and completed a Post-doctoral Research Fellowship at Harvard. He has expertise in treating coronary artery disease, chronic high blood pressure, cardiomyopathy, among other conditions.Dr. Chan is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

    Jason R. Hefner
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Pediatrics | Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Pediatrics | Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Canton

    15 Reinhardt College Parkway, Suite 100, 
    Canton, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hefner earned his medical degree and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Alabama, School of Medicine in Birmingham. Board certified in internal medicine and pediatrics, Dr. Hefner is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Hefner was in practice in Woodstock, Georgia. He also was a member of the American College of Physicians and the Medical Association of the State of Alabama prior to moving to Georgia.In his spare time, Dr. Hefner enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, and going to church. He welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Hefner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

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    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    Aylo Health LLC

    3290 Sixes Rd, 
    Canton, GA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Guimy Alexis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Alexis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    North Atlanta Primary Care

    1495 Hickory Flat Highway, Ste100, 
    Canton, GA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Stone is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Stone has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Roberto F. Pereira
    Advanced in Pericarditis
    Advanced in Pericarditis

    Piedmont Heart Of Jasper

    220 J L White Dr, Suite 100, 
    Jasper, GA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Pereira received his medical degree from the University of the State of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. He completed his internal medicine internship, residency and a fellowship in cardiology at Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and its subspecialty Board of Cardiovascular Disease, the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology and the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners as a cardiac rhythm device specialist. He is a member of the American Heart Association's Scientific Council in Cardiovascular Diseases and a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Pereira currently is in practice with the Piedmont Heart Institute Physicians in Jasper and serves as the medical director of the cardiac catheterization lab at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital. Dr. Pereira is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Endocarditis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Mridula Vinjamuri
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Oncology | Hematology

    Piedmont Physicians Medical Oncology Kennesaw

    187 Chastain Rd NW Suite 250, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mridula Vinjamuri, M.D. comes to Piedmont Oncology with over 21 years of clinical experience. She completed her fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV. Her Internal Medicine residency was at Michigan State university, Covenant Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan and her Surgical Internship was at Cornell University /North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Vinjamuri holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from A. P. State University of Health Sciences at Guntur Medical College.Dr. Vinjamuri has received numerous recognitions, honors and awards in academics, research and clinical care over her career. Among distinctions is her listing by Consumers Research Council of America in 'America's Top physicians,'as well as notable grant awarded by the Health Care Foundation of New Jersey recognizing her excellence in research. She served as Medical Director of Oncology, reviewer at IRB. She has given multiple case presentations in medical conferences across the United States and is an accomplished author of dozens of abstracts and publications, including topics on PET scans in small cell lung cancer and chemotherapy of brain tumors. Dr. Vinjamuri lives in Acworth, Georgia with her husband and two children. During her leisure time she enjoys yoga, meditation, writing poetry and bird watching.Dr. Vinjamuri believes in treating each patient's unique psychosocial, emotional, nutritional, occupational, spiritual and existential needs in order to truly facilitate the most personalized comprehensive treatment added to the latest cutting edge cancer treatments. Empowering patients with knowledge about staging, treatment options and side effects, while also extending support to their families with regard to emotional and financial issues. Every time a patient comes, the most important thing is to hold their hand and letting them know that they are not alone all through the journey and treat them with compassion, dignity and respect. Dr. Vinjamuri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    684 Sixes Rd Ste 265, 
    Canton, GA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Oluranti Aladesanmi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Aladesanmi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    CenterWell Woodstock

    6435 Bells Ferry Rd Ste 110, 
    Woodstock, GA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ania Rodney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Woodstock, Georgia. Dr. Rodney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis

    Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers

    1020 J L White Drive, Suite 160, 
    Jasper, GA 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ghada Kunter is an Oncologist in Jasper, Georgia. Dr. Kunter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Kunter is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Oncology | Hematology

    Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers

    1020 J L White Drive, Suite 160, 
    Jasper, GA 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Satyen Mehta is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Jasper, Georgia. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

    Carl D. Mccurdy
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine | Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine | Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Mountainside

    1020 J L White Drive, Suite 170, 
    Jasper, GA 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. McCurdy earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and received his undergraduate degree from Shorter College in Rome. After finishing his internship and residency at the Medical Center in Columbus, Georgia, Dr. McCurdy moved to Jasper where he has lived and practiced for over 25 years. He is board-certified in family practice.Dr. McCurdy takes a special interest in the interface between physical, emotional and spiritual health and is dedicated to assisting his patients in living a long, healthy, meaningful life. He also has a special interest in unexplained symptoms and problem diagnoses. He strongly believes in patient education and helping patients understand the complexities of their illnesses.In his spare time, Dr. McCurdy enjoys music and reading. He reads at least two books a week and stays current on many journals, newspapers, and magazines. He has four grown children and enjoys walks with his dog, Dr. Bud. Dr. McCurdy is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Mccurdy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

    Gregory T. Rainwater
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Mountainside

    1020 J L White Drive, Suite 170, 
    Jasper, GA 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Greg Rainwater, M.D., received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia after receiving his bachelor's degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He then completed his residency in Family Medicine at Floyd Medical Center in Rome, Georgia. Dr. Rainwater is a member of the American Academy of Family Medicine and the Georgia Academy of Family Physicians. He has also been involved in the research of new medications. Dr. Rainwater specializes in family medicine and provides services and treatments for patients of all ages including pediatrics, women's health, and adult medicine. He offers cardiac stress testing, destruction and removal of skin lesions, and other office procedures. He also works as a hospice medical director and enjoys the entire range of family medicine. In his spare time, Dr. Rainwater enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking and mountain biking. Dr. Rainwater welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Rainwater is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Samyuktha N. Muralidhara
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis

    Piedmont Physicians Of Kennesaw

    187 Chastain Rd Suite 200, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (15.0 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    Medical Associates Of North Georgia-Ball Ground

    470 Valley St Ste 200, 
    Ball Ground, GA 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dipakkumar Amin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ball Ground, Georgia. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Midnight Rose LLC

    6380 Bells Ferry Rd Ste 107, 
    Acworth, GA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carroll Odem is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Odem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Cardiac Ablation, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    282 Rucker Rd Ste 140, 
    Alpharetta, GA 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramla Sharif is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alpharetta, Georgia. Dr. Sharif is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Vascular Dementia.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    Tate Medical Associates

    88 Clinic Road, 
    Tate, GA 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nancy Lefever is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tate, Georgia. Dr. Lefever is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Glossitis. Dr. Lefever is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    Kennesaw Medical Center

    3805 Cherokee St NW, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (14.6 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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    Iora Health Georgia PC

    3895 Cherokee St NW Ste 400, 
    Kennesaw, GA 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rian Rutherford is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Rutherford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sciatica, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Pericarditis?

    Pericarditis is a condition in which the sac-like covering around the heart (pericardium) becomes inflamed.

    When should I see a Pericarditis doctor near Canton, 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 Pericarditis doctor near Canton, 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 Pericarditis doctors near Canton, 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 Pericarditis doctors near Canton, 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 Pericarditis doctor near Canton, 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 Pericarditis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pericarditis 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 Pericarditis doctor near Canton, 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 Pericarditis 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 Pericarditis 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 Pericarditis doctors near Canton, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pericarditis 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 Pericarditis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pericarditis 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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