
Overview
Joseph Poole MD, PhD earned his medical degree and a PhD in Vascular Biology from the Medical College of Georgia in 2008. He completed his Internal medicine residency and Cardiology fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine in 2015. He received his undergraduate degree from Duke University. Dr. Poole is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases. He has additional certifications in Adult Echocardiography, Vascular Medicine and Nuclear Cardiology. He has a special interest in the effects of aging on the cardiovascular system and additional expertise in the field of Cardio-oncology. In his spare time, Dr. Poole enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. His hobbies include fishing, playing guitar and jogging. Dr. Poole welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans.
Dr. Poole is highly rated in 56 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endocarditis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, and Atherosclerosis.
Dr. Poole is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Poole is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
242 King Avenue, Suite 210, Athens, GA 30606
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Piedmont Heart Of Athens
Kent Nilsson, MD earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 2002 . He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 2005. He completed both his Cardiology (2007) and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Fellowships (2009) at Duke University Medical Center. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia. Prior to joining Piedmont Heart Institute, Dr. Nilsson was in practice at Athens Regional Medical Center and at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Nilsson is board certified in both Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology. He is a Fellow in both the American College of Cardiology and the Heart Rhythm Society. He is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Georgia/Augusta University Medical Partnership in Athens, where he teaches and conducts research. In his spare time, Dr. Nilsson enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters. He enjoys gardening, hunting and fishing. The family is active in their church. Dr. Nilsson welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Nilsson is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Nilsson is currently accepting new patients.
Emory Heart & Vascular Center At Clifton Campus
Vasilis Babaliaros is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Babaliaros is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Babaliaros is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2004. Dr. Babaliaros is currently accepting new patients.
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
David Kandzari is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kandzari is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Hypertension, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Heart Bypass Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph C. Poole
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph C. Poole?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph C. Poole by calling their office at 706-475-1700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph C. Poole a top-rated expert for Endocarditis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph C. Poole is classified as an Distinguished expert for Endocarditis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Joseph C. Poole specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph C. Poole is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Endocarditis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Angina. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Joseph C. Poole participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph C. Poole has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endocarditis. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph C. Poole's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph C. Poole accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph C. Poole accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 706-475-1700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- AnginaDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Angina.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- EndocarditisDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Endocarditis.
- FaintingDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- Heart FailureDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- HypertensionDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Hypertension.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Poole isDistinguished. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Advanced
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- CardiomyopathyDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Cor PulmonaleDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Cor Pulmonale.
- Coronary Artery SpasmDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Artery Spasm.
- Degos DiseaseDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Degos Disease.
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- Familial Dilated CardiomyopathyDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy.
- Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Familial Ventricular Tachycardia
- Heart AttackDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart MurmursDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
- High CholesterolDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- His Bundle TachycardiaDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about His Bundle Tachycardia.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)
- Low Blood PressureDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Multifocal Atrial TachycardiaDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia.
- NecrosisDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Prinzmetal's Variant AnginaDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Prinzmetal's Variant Angina.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease
- Sengers SyndromeDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Sengers Syndrome.
- Subvalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Unstable AnginaDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Unstable Angina.
- VasculitisDr. Poole isAdvanced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Experienced
- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Bidirectional TachycardiaDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Bidirectional Tachycardia.
- Brugada SyndromeDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Brugada Syndrome.
- Cardiac ArrestDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Arrest.
- Cardiac DiverticulumDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Diverticulum.
- Cardiac TamponadeDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Tamponade.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- Cardiomyopathy Due to AnthracyclinesDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy Due to Anthracyclines.
- Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Constrictive PericarditisDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Constrictive Pericarditis.
- Coronary Artery AneurysmDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Aneurysm.
- Coronary Artery FistulaDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Fistula.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- Defective Apolipoprotein B-100Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Defective Apolipoprotein B-100.
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).
- Doxorubicin-Induced CardiomyopathyDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiomyopathy.
- Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect
- Frontotemporal DementiaDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Frontotemporal Dementia.
- Heart TumorDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH)
- Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH)
- Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4.
- Infective EndocarditisDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS)Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS).
- Long QT SyndromeDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome.
- Long QT Syndrome 1Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 1.
- Long QT Syndrome 2Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 2.
- Long QT Syndrome 3Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 3.
- Long QT Syndrome 5Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 5.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Orthostatic HypotensionDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Orthostatic Hypotension.
- Paroxysmal Ventricular FibrillationDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation.
- PericarditisDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Pericarditis.
- Phlegmasia Cerulea DolensDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens.
- Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
- Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM)Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM).
- SarcoidosisDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Sarcoidosis.
- Short QT SyndromeDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Short QT Syndrome.
- Shwartzman PhenomenonDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Shwartzman Phenomenon.
- Sick Sinus SyndromeDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Sick Sinus Syndrome.
- SitosterolemiaDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Sitosterolemia.
- Stable AnginaDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Stable Angina.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Timothy SyndromeDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Timothy Syndrome.
- Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.
- Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)Dr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).
- Ventricular FibrillationDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Fibrillation.
- Ventricular Septal DefectsDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Septal Defects.
- Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Wolff-Parkinson-White SyndromeDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome.
- X-Linked Cardiac Valvular DysplasiaDr. Poole isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia.

