5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Kent Nilsson specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, focusing on complex heart rhythm disorders and comprehensive cardiac care. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2005, followed by a fellowship at Duke University School of Medicine in 2010. With 24 years of experience treating patients with heart conditions, Dr. Nilsson brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Nilsson is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center, Saint Marys Hospital, and Person Memorial Hospital, practicing in Athens, Georgia. He treats patients with atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia, and heart failure. His expertise includes performing electrocardiograms and cardiac device monitoring to help diagnose and manage heart rhythm problems. Patients rate Dr. Nilsson 5.0 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Dr. Nilsson is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center, Saint Marys Hospital, and Person Memorial Hospital, practicing in Athens, Georgia. He treats patients with atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia, and heart failure. His expertise includes performing electrocardiograms and cardiac device monitoring to help diagnose and manage heart rhythm problems. Patients rate Dr. Nilsson 5.0 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 24 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Duke University School of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 3 specialties
- 16 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Piedmont Heart of Athens Electrophysiology
242 King Avenue Suite 210Athens, GA 30606 Tel: (706) 475-1700
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Hospital Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 24 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi | ||
| Athens , GA | Winter Park , FL | Athens , GA | Monroe , GA |
| Med School: Johns Hopkins University | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kent Ronald Nilsson
Medical Specialties
Kent Ronald Nilsson has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Kent Ronald Nilsson has the following 16 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Kent Ronald Nilsson holds an expired medical license in the state of Georgia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Duke University School of Medicine in 2010.
Residency
Completed their residency at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2005.
Medical School
Graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 2002.
NPI Number
Kent Ronald Nilsson's NPI number is 1619965381.
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