The 20 Best Pericarditis Doctors Near Me in Covington, GA

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Pericarditis near Covington, GA. Of these, 18 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Kalaimani Elango
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis

    Piedmont Heart Of Newton

    9202 Highway 278 NE, Ste 100E, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kalaimani Elango, MD is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiovascular Computed Tomography and Vascular Interpretation.Dr. Elango has been practicing medicine for eight years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Elango was an Invasive Cardiologist at Kingman Regional Medical Center in Kingman, Arizona. Dr. Elango specializes in invasive cardiology, general cardiology heart blockages, congestive heart failure and atrial fibrillation. Dr. Elango is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Pulmonary Edema.

    Chukwuma Ndibe
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Oncology | Hematology

    Piedmont Physicians Medical Oncology Newton

    5126 Hospital Drive NE, Suite 102, 
    Covington, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chuma Ndibe, M.D., earned his medical degree from University of Nigeria College of Medicine and completed his residency at Morehouse School of Medicine. He is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology and Internal Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont, he was an oncologist/hematologist at Cancer Care Center of Tuscaloosa. Dr. Ndibe specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and blood disorders. Dr. Ndibe has a special interest in the treatment of lung, breast, colon, prostate, lymphoma and all other cancers.In his spare time, Dr. Ndibe enjoys spending time with his family, reading books and traveling.Dr. Ndibe is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ndibe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Kuang Chang
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Hematology Oncology

    University Cancer And Blood Center, LLC

    4182 Highway 278 Northeast, 
    Covington, GA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kuang Chang is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Chang has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis

    Georgia Heart Specialists-Covington

    4140 Tate Street, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Hanson is a Cardiologist in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Hanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Hanson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis

    Georgia Heart Specialists-Covington

    4140 Tate Street, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Cecil is a Cardiologist in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Cecil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure. Dr. Cecil is currently accepting new patients.

    Christy Blanchford
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christy Blanchford, M.D., earned her medical degree at Dartmouth Medical School. She then attended Emory University School of Medicine where she completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Blanchford is a board-certified physician with over 25 years of experience working in primary care. She specializes in internal medicine and offers preventative care and treatment for adults.In her spare time, Dr. Blanchford enjoys mountain biking, spending time with family and attending science fiction/fantasy conventions.She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Blanchford 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 Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    John R. Ehret
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Ehret, M.D., earned his medical degree at John C Edwards School of Medicine. He then attended Emory University School of Medicine where he completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Ehret is a board-certified physician with over 20 years of experience working in primary care. He specializes in internal medicine and offers treatment for most common medical problems such as diabetes, hypertension and hyperlipidemia.In his spare time, Dr. Ehret enjoys exercise and spending time with family.He is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ehret is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

    Henry Patton
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Patton, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. As a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, Dr. Patton is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the International Society of Clinical Densitometry.Dr. Patton has served the community for over 30 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Patton enjoys gardening, genealogy and history. He loves to spend time with his family, especially his nine grandchildren. He has served as the chair of the Newton County Board of Health since 1983. He is an active volunteer at the Willing Helper's Clinic, providing care to the indigent population of Newton County. Dr. Patton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Newton Hospital

    5126 Hospital Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathon Seawright is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Seawright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Sepsis, Low Potassium Level, and Gitelman Syndrome.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Newton Hospital

    5126 Hospital Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sakina Peregrino is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Peregrino has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Low Sodium Level, Low Potassium Level, Endoscopy, and Bone Graft.

    Stephen M. Szabo
    Advanced in Pericarditis
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Pericarditis
    Hematology | Oncology

    Piedmont Oncology At Rockdale

    1412 Milstead Ave NE, Ste 300, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Szabo is board certified in hematology, medical oncology, and internal medicine. He completed his hematology-oncology training at Emory University Hospital and his internal medicine residency at the University of Michigan Hospitals. He earned his medical degree at Cornell University Medical College.Dr. Szabo has been practicing medicine for more than 20 years. Most recently, he was Chief of Staff at Emory St. Joseph Hospital. Prior to that, he was Chief of Staff at Emory Johns Creek Hospital and the Director of the Division of Community Oncology for the Department of Hematology Oncology at Emory Healthcare.Dr. Szabo has special interests in breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, and benign and malignant hematology. In his free time, Dr. Szabo enjoys promoting health education, hiking, sailing, and spending time with his family.Dr. Szabo and the team at Piedmont Oncology have the resources you need conveniently close to home.Dr. Szabo is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Szabo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Neuroblastoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Gastric Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Colonoscopy.

    Jayaraman Venkatesan
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Interventional Cardiology

    Piedmont Heart Of Rockdale

    1412 Milstead Ave NE, Ste 100, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jayaraman Venkatesan is an Interventional Cardiologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Venkatesan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Dr. Venkatesan is currently accepting new patients.

    Druenell E. Linton
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis

    Piedmont Heart Of Rockdale

    1412 Milstead Ave NE, Ste 100, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Linton earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Fla. She earned her medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta where she graduated cum laude and a member of the medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha. She then completed her residency in internal medicine at the Duke University Medical Center in Durham, N.C., and a cardiology fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta. Dr. Linton is also board-certified in general cardiology, nuclear cardiology and internal medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Heart of Dallas, Dr. Linton served as a critical care physician with WellStar Windy Hill Hospital and the Wesley Woods Geriatric Hospital. She has training in invasive diagnostic procedures including left and right heart catheterization and transesophageal echocardiography. She is also skilled in a variety of cardiac imaging modalities including transthoracic echocardiography, cardiac CT angiography and vascular and nuclear imaging. Dr. Linton has been involved with several cardiology research projects and is a member of the American College of Cardiology, Association of Black Cardiologists and the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology. She has an interest in preventative cardiology and women's health. She is actively involved in community outreach through mentoring, health screenings and heart health talks. In her spare time, she enjoys tennis, running, yoga, reading and traveling. Dr. Linton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Attack.

    Subba R. Vanga
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Interventional Cardiology

    Piedmont Heart Of Rockdale

    1412 Milstead Ave NE, Ste 100, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Subba Vanga is an Interventional Cardiologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Vanga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Degos Disease, Apoplexy, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Vanga is currently accepting new patients.

    Pratik Patel
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Cardiology

    Piedmont Heart Of Rockdale

    1412 Milstead Ave NE, Ste 100, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Pratik Patel is board-certified in cardiology. He offers diagnosis and treatment for coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, heart failure (HFrEF, HFpEF), valvular heart disease and mitral regurgitation. His special interests include preventative cardiology and geriatric care, as well as utilizing procedures such as TEE and cardioversions.Along with his family, Dr. Patel enjoys traveling, listening to music, as well as meditation and yoga. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Kawasaki Disease, and Heart Attack.

    Advanced in Pericarditis
    Advanced in Pericarditis

    Office

    1400 Wellbrook Cir NE Ste 103, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Anderson is a Cardiologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Atrial Fibrillation, and Cardiomyopathy.

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

    Atlanta Cancer Care

    1498 Klondike Road Southwest, Suite 106, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Carter is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Carter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Georgia Cancer Specialists

    1501 Milstead Avenue, Suite 110, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sherine Thomas is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

    Amanda D. Herin
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Hospitalist Physicians LLC

    1412 Milstead Ave Ne, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amanda Herin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Herin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Miles C. Wei
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Wellbrook

    1301 Wellbrook Circle NE, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Miles Wei, MD, earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Navicent Health in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Wei is Board Certified and specializes in Internal Medicine.His special interests include the treatment of rural and geriatric communities and patients. Prior to joining Piedmont Healthcare in November 2023, Dr. Wei worked as a physician for Mercer Medicine Putnam County.Dr. Wei is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Wei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. His top areas of expertise are Chemical Pneumonitis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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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 Covington, 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 Covington, 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 Covington, 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 Covington, 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 Covington, 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 Covington, 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 Covington, 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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