Bruce E. Alayof, M.D., F.A.C.C, was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., and received a bachelor’s degree in Zoology from Duke University. After graduating with distinction from the University of North Carolina Medical School in 1997, he went on to complete his Internal Medicine residency and Cardiovascular Disease fellowship at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA.
Dr. Alayof enjoys the practice of general cardiology and has a special interest in consultative cardiology and non-invasive imaging.
He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. He is currently on staff at Wellstar Cobb, Douglas, Kennestone and Paulding hospitals.
Specialties
Cardiovascular Disease
Education & Training
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Degree
Doctor of Medicine
Residency
University of Virginia Health System
Fellowship
University of Virginia Health System
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Common Treatments, Conditions, and Procedures
Atrial Fibrillation (Afib)
Congestive Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
High Cholesterol
Stroke
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.7
Based on 371 patient ratings
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
Listened to me carefully
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust
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Patient Reviews
5
Great doctors and fantastic friendly staff. Office is very clean.
October 15, 2026
5
Dr Alayof is an excellent cardiologist and very attentive to his patient. He takes the time with me, and explained in detail upcoming tests to maintain my health. Also, nurse is very caring and staff is courteous upon entering the office. Thank you!
October 15, 2026
5
Shows concern.
October 16, 2026
4
I would like to know how my condition can be cured and the root cause. Not just meds
October 14, 2026
3
He's the best doctor in the country and I wouldn't want nobody else to work with me and my heart doctor. He's a fine man. May the Lord bless you and have a good evening.
October 16, 2026
5
This practice is consistently professional, knowledgable and kind. I always feel seen and that my medical needs are heard and addressed. Dr. Alayof and his staff are amazing.
October 10, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof and his staff always provide the best care. Very pleased with the experience and care I receive.
October 9, 2026
5
Always friendly and professional even when they're busy
October 9, 2026
5
Friendly , professional and helpful staff - from entering the door until leaving.
October 3, 2026
5
Careing Everybody)
September 30, 2026
5
Great Practice!
September 27, 2026
5
Good customer service
September 25, 2026
5
Always understand my next steps before I leave
September 19, 2026
5
Everything was very professional, very, very good service.
September 17, 2026
5
I love my doctor and I love my staff. They are so courteous and help you along. And I appreciate that when people treat me like I'm a human being, not an older person that coming in for healthcare. Thank you. Bye.
September 18, 2026
5
excellent all around!!!
September 10, 2026
3
Dr Alayof suggested awhile back that I should have a pacemaker. Now he's not sure and referred me to consultation. I am requesting a copy of my medical records please.
September 8, 2026
5
as always the Doctor, the assistant, and the persons in the reception counter all of the very attentive. in one word amazing service
September 6, 2026
5
I would just say people did the good work and thanks for taking care of me.
September 10, 2026
4
I wish I didn't have to wait for my next test.
September 5, 2026
5
love the staff
September 2, 2026
4
Dr. Alayof is an excellent professional; I recommend him wholeheartedly and I am delighted with his service. He is a wonderful person, that's all I have to say about him.
September 2, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof and his staff are very good. They are friendly and professional
August 27, 2026
5
Thanks for making this ordeal easier for me
August 27, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof is a wonderful doctor! He is very thorough, at every visit. I always know i can walk out confident that he has addressed every issue. He is also a wonderful human being! He is so kind and caring, and just really great to be around.
August 26, 2026
5
they listened to a particular concern of mine, they genuinely appeared to be interested to my concern and try to resolve it
August 26, 2026
5
He was very thorough, Explaining the problem. And our plan moving forward. He and the staff.Made me feel like family!??
August 23, 2026
5
I love Dr Alayof and staff. They are always so pleasant, nice, and professional
August 22, 2026
4
I continually have issues with following up with the nurses if I need to change a prescription or something. It's very, it's not handled very well. Thank you.
August 22, 2026
5
Friendly Professional Front desk specialist
August 12, 2026
5
Great doctors and fantastic friendly staff. Office is very clean.
October 15, 2026
5
Dr Alayof is an excellent cardiologist and very attentive to his patient. He takes the time with me, and explained in detail upcoming tests to maintain my health. Also, nurse is very caring and staff is courteous upon entering the office. Thank you!
October 15, 2026
5
Shows concern.
October 16, 2026
5
This practice is consistently professional, knowledgable and kind. I always feel seen and that my medical needs are heard and addressed. Dr. Alayof and his staff are amazing.
October 10, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof and his staff always provide the best care. Very pleased with the experience and care I receive.
October 9, 2026
5
Always friendly and professional even when they're busy
October 9, 2026
5
Friendly , professional and helpful staff - from entering the door until leaving.
October 3, 2026
5
Careing Everybody)
September 30, 2026
5
Great Practice!
September 27, 2026
5
Good customer service
September 25, 2026
5
Always understand my next steps before I leave
September 19, 2026
5
Everything was very professional, very, very good service.
September 17, 2026
5
I love my doctor and I love my staff. They are so courteous and help you along. And I appreciate that when people treat me like I'm a human being, not an older person that coming in for healthcare. Thank you. Bye.
September 18, 2026
5
excellent all around!!!
September 10, 2026
5
as always the Doctor, the assistant, and the persons in the reception counter all of the very attentive. in one word amazing service
September 6, 2026
5
I would just say people did the good work and thanks for taking care of me.
September 10, 2026
5
love the staff
September 2, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof and his staff are very good. They are friendly and professional
August 27, 2026
5
Thanks for making this ordeal easier for me
August 27, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof is a wonderful doctor! He is very thorough, at every visit. I always know i can walk out confident that he has addressed every issue. He is also a wonderful human being! He is so kind and caring, and just really great to be around.
August 26, 2026
5
they listened to a particular concern of mine, they genuinely appeared to be interested to my concern and try to resolve it
August 26, 2026
5
He was very thorough, Explaining the problem. And our plan moving forward. He and the staff.Made me feel like family!??
August 23, 2026
5
I love Dr Alayof and staff. They are always so pleasant, nice, and professional
August 22, 2026
5
Friendly Professional Front desk specialist
August 12, 2026
4
I would like to know how my condition can be cured and the root cause. Not just meds
October 14, 2026
4
I wish I didn't have to wait for my next test.
September 5, 2026
4
Dr. Alayof is an excellent professional; I recommend him wholeheartedly and I am delighted with his service. He is a wonderful person, that's all I have to say about him.
September 2, 2026
4
I continually have issues with following up with the nurses if I need to change a prescription or something. It's very, it's not handled very well. Thank you.
August 22, 2026
3
He's the best doctor in the country and I wouldn't want nobody else to work with me and my heart doctor. He's a fine man. May the Lord bless you and have a good evening.
October 16, 2026
3
Dr Alayof suggested awhile back that I should have a pacemaker. Now he's not sure and referred me to consultation. I am requesting a copy of my medical records please.
September 8, 2026
3
He's the best doctor in the country and I wouldn't want nobody else to work with me and my heart doctor. He's a fine man. May the Lord bless you and have a good evening.
October 16, 2026
3
Dr Alayof suggested awhile back that I should have a pacemaker. Now he's not sure and referred me to consultation. I am requesting a copy of my medical records please.
September 8, 2026
4
I would like to know how my condition can be cured and the root cause. Not just meds
October 14, 2026
4
I wish I didn't have to wait for my next test.
September 5, 2026
4
Dr. Alayof is an excellent professional; I recommend him wholeheartedly and I am delighted with his service. He is a wonderful person, that's all I have to say about him.
September 2, 2026
4
I continually have issues with following up with the nurses if I need to change a prescription or something. It's very, it's not handled very well. Thank you.
August 22, 2026
5
Great doctors and fantastic friendly staff. Office is very clean.
October 15, 2026
5
Dr Alayof is an excellent cardiologist and very attentive to his patient. He takes the time with me, and explained in detail upcoming tests to maintain my health. Also, nurse is very caring and staff is courteous upon entering the office. Thank you!
October 15, 2026
5
Shows concern.
October 16, 2026
5
This practice is consistently professional, knowledgable and kind. I always feel seen and that my medical needs are heard and addressed. Dr. Alayof and his staff are amazing.
October 10, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof and his staff always provide the best care. Very pleased with the experience and care I receive.
October 9, 2026
5
Always friendly and professional even when they're busy
October 9, 2026
5
Friendly , professional and helpful staff - from entering the door until leaving.
October 3, 2026
5
Careing Everybody)
September 30, 2026
5
Great Practice!
September 27, 2026
5
Good customer service
September 25, 2026
5
Always understand my next steps before I leave
September 19, 2026
5
Everything was very professional, very, very good service.
September 17, 2026
5
I love my doctor and I love my staff. They are so courteous and help you along. And I appreciate that when people treat me like I'm a human being, not an older person that coming in for healthcare. Thank you. Bye.
September 18, 2026
5
excellent all around!!!
September 10, 2026
5
as always the Doctor, the assistant, and the persons in the reception counter all of the very attentive. in one word amazing service
September 6, 2026
5
I would just say people did the good work and thanks for taking care of me.
September 10, 2026
5
love the staff
September 2, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof and his staff are very good. They are friendly and professional
August 27, 2026
5
Thanks for making this ordeal easier for me
August 27, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof is a wonderful doctor! He is very thorough, at every visit. I always know i can walk out confident that he has addressed every issue. He is also a wonderful human being! He is so kind and caring, and just really great to be around.
August 26, 2026
5
they listened to a particular concern of mine, they genuinely appeared to be interested to my concern and try to resolve it
August 26, 2026
5
He was very thorough, Explaining the problem. And our plan moving forward. He and the staff.Made me feel like family!??
August 23, 2026
5
I love Dr Alayof and staff. They are always so pleasant, nice, and professional
August 22, 2026
5
Friendly Professional Front desk specialist
August 12, 2026
3
He's the best doctor in the country and I wouldn't want nobody else to work with me and my heart doctor. He's a fine man. May the Lord bless you and have a good evening.
October 16, 2026
5
Shows concern.
October 16, 2026
5
Great doctors and fantastic friendly staff. Office is very clean.
October 15, 2026
5
Dr Alayof is an excellent cardiologist and very attentive to his patient. He takes the time with me, and explained in detail upcoming tests to maintain my health. Also, nurse is very caring and staff is courteous upon entering the office. Thank you!
October 15, 2026
4
I would like to know how my condition can be cured and the root cause. Not just meds
October 14, 2026
5
This practice is consistently professional, knowledgable and kind. I always feel seen and that my medical needs are heard and addressed. Dr. Alayof and his staff are amazing.
October 10, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof and his staff always provide the best care. Very pleased with the experience and care I receive.
October 9, 2026
5
Always friendly and professional even when they're busy
October 9, 2026
5
Friendly , professional and helpful staff - from entering the door until leaving.
October 3, 2026
5
Careing Everybody)
September 30, 2026
5
Great Practice!
September 27, 2026
5
Good customer service
September 25, 2026
5
Always understand my next steps before I leave
September 19, 2026
5
I love my doctor and I love my staff. They are so courteous and help you along. And I appreciate that when people treat me like I'm a human being, not an older person that coming in for healthcare. Thank you. Bye.
September 18, 2026
5
Everything was very professional, very, very good service.
September 17, 2026
5
I would just say people did the good work and thanks for taking care of me.
September 10, 2026
5
excellent all around!!!
September 10, 2026
3
Dr Alayof suggested awhile back that I should have a pacemaker. Now he's not sure and referred me to consultation. I am requesting a copy of my medical records please.
September 8, 2026
5
as always the Doctor, the assistant, and the persons in the reception counter all of the very attentive. in one word amazing service
September 6, 2026
4
I wish I didn't have to wait for my next test.
September 5, 2026
4
Dr. Alayof is an excellent professional; I recommend him wholeheartedly and I am delighted with his service. He is a wonderful person, that's all I have to say about him.
September 2, 2026
5
love the staff
September 2, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof and his staff are very good. They are friendly and professional
August 27, 2026
5
Thanks for making this ordeal easier for me
August 27, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof is a wonderful doctor! He is very thorough, at every visit. I always know i can walk out confident that he has addressed every issue. He is also a wonderful human being! He is so kind and caring, and just really great to be around.
August 26, 2026
5
they listened to a particular concern of mine, they genuinely appeared to be interested to my concern and try to resolve it
August 26, 2026
5
He was very thorough, Explaining the problem. And our plan moving forward. He and the staff.Made me feel like family!??
August 23, 2026
4
I continually have issues with following up with the nurses if I need to change a prescription or something. It's very, it's not handled very well. Thank you.
August 22, 2026
5
I love Dr Alayof and staff. They are always so pleasant, nice, and professional
August 22, 2026
5
Friendly Professional Front desk specialist
August 12, 2026
5
Friendly Professional Front desk specialist
August 12, 2026
5
I love Dr Alayof and staff. They are always so pleasant, nice, and professional
August 22, 2026
4
I continually have issues with following up with the nurses if I need to change a prescription or something. It's very, it's not handled very well. Thank you.
August 22, 2026
5
He was very thorough, Explaining the problem. And our plan moving forward. He and the staff.Made me feel like family!??
August 23, 2026
5
they listened to a particular concern of mine, they genuinely appeared to be interested to my concern and try to resolve it
August 26, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof is a wonderful doctor! He is very thorough, at every visit. I always know i can walk out confident that he has addressed every issue. He is also a wonderful human being! He is so kind and caring, and just really great to be around.
August 26, 2026
5
Thanks for making this ordeal easier for me
August 27, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof and his staff are very good. They are friendly and professional
August 27, 2026
5
love the staff
September 2, 2026
4
Dr. Alayof is an excellent professional; I recommend him wholeheartedly and I am delighted with his service. He is a wonderful person, that's all I have to say about him.
September 2, 2026
4
I wish I didn't have to wait for my next test.
September 5, 2026
5
as always the Doctor, the assistant, and the persons in the reception counter all of the very attentive. in one word amazing service
September 6, 2026
3
Dr Alayof suggested awhile back that I should have a pacemaker. Now he's not sure and referred me to consultation. I am requesting a copy of my medical records please.
September 8, 2026
5
excellent all around!!!
September 10, 2026
5
I would just say people did the good work and thanks for taking care of me.
September 10, 2026
5
Everything was very professional, very, very good service.
September 17, 2026
5
I love my doctor and I love my staff. They are so courteous and help you along. And I appreciate that when people treat me like I'm a human being, not an older person that coming in for healthcare. Thank you. Bye.
September 18, 2026
5
Always understand my next steps before I leave
September 19, 2026
5
Good customer service
September 25, 2026
5
Great Practice!
September 27, 2026
5
Careing Everybody)
September 30, 2026
5
Friendly , professional and helpful staff - from entering the door until leaving.
October 3, 2026
5
Always friendly and professional even when they're busy
October 9, 2026
5
Dr. Alayof and his staff always provide the best care. Very pleased with the experience and care I receive.
October 9, 2026
5
This practice is consistently professional, knowledgable and kind. I always feel seen and that my medical needs are heard and addressed. Dr. Alayof and his staff are amazing.
October 10, 2026
4
I would like to know how my condition can be cured and the root cause. Not just meds
October 14, 2026
5
Dr Alayof is an excellent cardiologist and very attentive to his patient. He takes the time with me, and explained in detail upcoming tests to maintain my health. Also, nurse is very caring and staff is courteous upon entering the office. Thank you!
October 15, 2026
5
Great doctors and fantastic friendly staff. Office is very clean.
October 15, 2026
5
Shows concern.
October 16, 2026
3
He's the best doctor in the country and I wouldn't want nobody else to work with me and my heart doctor. He's a fine man. May the Lord bless you and have a good evening.
October 16, 2026
Publications and Articles
Wellstar Team Members Voted Best of Cobb in 2024
The care teams at Wellstar are dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of everyone we serve, and we thank our team members for their commitment to world-class care. We also thank Cobb residents for
trusting the expertise of Wellstar to keep their families healthy and provide them with more than healthcare, PeopleCare.
Several Wellstar team members have been voted among the Best of Cobb:
Bruce Alayof, MD
Wellstar Center for Cardiovascular Care
Cardiac/Vascular Specialist, Third Place
Ryan Cantwell, MD
Wellstar Primary Care
Family Physician, Third Place
General Practice Doctor, Third Place
The care teams at Wellstar are dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of everyone we serve, and we thank our team members for their commitment to world-class care. We also thank Cobb residents for
trusting the expertise of Wellstar to keep their families healthy and provide them with more than healthcare, PeopleCare.
Several Wellstar team members have been voted among the Best of Cobb:
Bruce Alayof, MD
Wellstar Center for Cardiovascular Care
Best Cardiac/Vascular Specialist, Second Place
Kyle Brown
Wellstar Health Place
Best Personal Trainer, Second Place
Ryan Breshears, PhD
Wellstar Clinical Psychology
Best Psychologist, Second Place
Ryan Cantwell, MD
Wellstar Internal Medicine
Best Family Physician, First Place
Best General Practice Doctor, Second Place
Kozue Cunningham
Wellstar Health Place
Best Massage Therapist, First Place
Diedre Greene, MD
Wellstar Pediatrics
Best Pediatrician, Second Place
Amy Gross
Wellstar Outpatient Rehabilitation
Best Physical Therapist, First Place
