Summary

Dr. Erick Avelar is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 33 years of experience treating heart and vascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from Universidade Federal De Pernambuco (Ufpe) Faculdade De Medicina and has dedicated more than three decades to caring for patients with cardiovascular health needs. Dr. Avelar is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Avelar practices at Saint Marys Hospital and sees patients in Athens, Georgia. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His expertise includes performing contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and structure. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 stars, reflecting their confidence in his cardiovascular care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 33 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese
  • Universidade Federal De Pernambuco (Ufpe) Faculdade De Medicina
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Erick Avelar has 4 locations

Oconee Heart And Vascular Center Athens

2470 Daniells Bridge Rd Ste 251Athens, GA 30606
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St. Mary's Health Care System

2470 Daniells Bridge RdAthens, GA 30606

St. Mary's Health Care System

2470 Daniells Bridge Rd, 200 Suite # 251Athens, GA 30606

Saint Marys Hospital

1230 Baxter StAthens, GA 30606

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
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4.1 
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33 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English, Urdu, Telugu, Hindi
Athens , GAWinter Park , FLGainesville , GAGainesville , GA
Med School: Universidade Federal De Pernambuco (Ufpe) Faculdade De Medicina Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Seth G S Medical College Med School: Osmania Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Erick Avelar

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Erick Avelar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Erick Avelar has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Clinical Research
  • Echocardiography
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Georgia, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Universidade Federal De Pernambuco (Ufpe) Faculdade De MedicinaGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Erick Avelar affiliated with?
Dr. Erick Avelar is affiliated with Saint Marys Hospital.
Does Dr. Erick Avelar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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