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Dr. Kramer graduated from Loyola University with a degree in biology and holds a Master of Public Health degree from the University of Illinois. He obtained his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School in 1985. Upon completion of an internship and residency in internal medicine at Ohio State University Hospital, he went on to a cardiology fellowship at Emory University. In June 1992, Dr. Kramer completed a fellowship in interventional cardiology at the Minneapolis Heart Institute.
A board certified cardiologist, Dr. Kramer has been with Cardiovascular Medicine since 1992. He performs coronary heart catheterizations, single and multi-vessel angioplasty and coronary stent placement. He is on staff at Wellstar Cobb, Douglas, Kennestone and Paulding hospitals.
Dr. Kramer is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and member of the Medical Association of Georgia and the Cobb County Medical Association. He is also the director of cardiac rehab at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. He enjoys preventative cardiology with a special emphasis on lipids and hypertension.
Originally from Dayton, Ohio, Dr. Kramer is married with four children.
Specialties
Cardiovascular Disease
Education & Training
Chicago Medical School
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.9
4.9
Based on 586 patient ratings
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.92
Listened to me carefully
4.91
Shared the right amount of information
4.84
Earned my trust
4.80
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Patient Reviews
5
Did not see any staff wash their hands.
April 11, 2024
5
Very happy after 24 years and continue to enjoy my visit
March 29, 2024
5
Every thing went well. Always good to see doc.
March 29, 2024
5
Everybody is just very friendly and nice.
March 29, 2024
5
I always appreciate the time and explanation Dr Kramer provided. Thorough and patient which is appreciated.
March 29, 2024
5
Very happy everything.
March 30, 2024
5
Always a pleasure to go to an appointment with Dr. Kramer. The staff is prompt and wait time is minimal. Dr. Kramer provides answers that are understandable without technical/medical terminology.
March 23, 2024
5
Always a good experience w/ Dr. Kramer.
March 22, 2024
5
I truly respect and admire Dr. Kramer and his staff. From the time the technician call my name, did the ekg and vitals to when dr. Kramer came into the room, the entire experience was lovely. I'm so happy I chose him to be my doctor.
March 21, 2024
5
Very well well dine
March 18, 2024
5
Excellent care
March 15, 2024
5
Dr Kramer and his staff provide outstanding compassionate care
March 14, 2024
5
I was dreading the visit but dr Kramer was most wonderful!
March 13, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is attentive he genuinely shows he cares about my overall health. Dr. Kramer went above and beyond in addressing my healthcare needs. The young lady that took my vitals was amazing! She to was very attentive to my concerns. Triple A+ to this cardiology team!!
March 9, 2024
5
Excellent experience from start to finish. I didn't get the name of the woman who greeted me, did blood pressure check and EKG. She was delightful and very professional. Dr. Kramer was conversational and comforting. Wonderful experience.
March 8, 2024
4
Dr. Kramer is a very kind man who listens to his patients and reassures them, or at least I can only speak for me, but I'm very satisfied with the care that he provided and the explanations that he provided. The practice as a whole, everyone is incredibly polite. I got in and out very quickly. Overall, I'm very satisfied. Thank you.
March 9, 2024
5
I don't like parking in that parking lot at all. But I do like Dr. Kramer and my husband and I both see him. He is a very pleasant doctor takes time to listen.
March 7, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is great.
March 6, 2024
5
I have trusted Dr. Kramer for my cardiovascular care for over twenty years. He is a great doctor! Even though he has many patients, I have always felt that I was his number one patient!!
March 6, 2024
5
I just love Dr. Kramer's office and the staff, everybody's very nice. And Dr. Kramer talks very, very straight with me and told me exactly what was wrong with me and how I could help myself and when I need to come in and get checked that we could watch the situation with my blood pressure and everything. So I'm really very glad that I found out something was wrong and that he is my doctor. And I have recommended this practice and him and my sister comes to this practice also now. So thank you.
March 2, 2024
5
Dr Kramer goes above and beyond in his interactions with his patients. He listens to what you have to say and responds appropriately. It is always a good experience meeting with Dr Kramer.
March 2, 2024
5
I'VE WORKED AT THE KENNESTONE HOSPITAL YEARS AGO. I'VE NEVER HAD A PROBLEM GETTING PROPER CARE.I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM. THANKS
March 1, 2024
5
Everyone did a good job!!!
March 10, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is a good listener.
March 1, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer was first class in every way. SO thankful that I found him.
March 1, 2024
5
It was great.
February 29, 2024
5
I was in and out early - so they all were very efficient.
February 28, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer and the nurse (Felicia) in his office are great. They exude professionalism and still make me feel well cared for. I felt very confident with the discussions.
February 24, 2024
5
Always courteous . Feel like they care. No rush.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr Kramer is great. He listens
February 22, 2024
5
Did not see any staff wash their hands.
April 11, 2024
5
Very happy after 24 years and continue to enjoy my visit
March 29, 2024
5
Every thing went well. Always good to see doc.
March 29, 2024
5
Everybody is just very friendly and nice.
March 29, 2024
5
I always appreciate the time and explanation Dr Kramer provided. Thorough and patient which is appreciated.
March 29, 2024
5
Very happy everything.
March 30, 2024
5
Always a pleasure to go to an appointment with Dr. Kramer. The staff is prompt and wait time is minimal. Dr. Kramer provides answers that are understandable without technical/medical terminology.
March 23, 2024
5
Always a good experience w/ Dr. Kramer.
March 22, 2024
5
I truly respect and admire Dr. Kramer and his staff. From the time the technician call my name, did the ekg and vitals to when dr. Kramer came into the room, the entire experience was lovely. I'm so happy I chose him to be my doctor.
March 21, 2024
5
Very well well dine
March 18, 2024
5
Excellent care
March 15, 2024
5
Dr Kramer and his staff provide outstanding compassionate care
March 14, 2024
5
I was dreading the visit but dr Kramer was most wonderful!
March 13, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is attentive he genuinely shows he cares about my overall health. Dr. Kramer went above and beyond in addressing my healthcare needs. The young lady that took my vitals was amazing! She to was very attentive to my concerns. Triple A+ to this cardiology team!!
March 9, 2024
5
Excellent experience from start to finish. I didn't get the name of the woman who greeted me, did blood pressure check and EKG. She was delightful and very professional. Dr. Kramer was conversational and comforting. Wonderful experience.
March 8, 2024
5
I don't like parking in that parking lot at all. But I do like Dr. Kramer and my husband and I both see him. He is a very pleasant doctor takes time to listen.
March 7, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is great.
March 6, 2024
5
I have trusted Dr. Kramer for my cardiovascular care for over twenty years. He is a great doctor! Even though he has many patients, I have always felt that I was his number one patient!!
March 6, 2024
5
I just love Dr. Kramer's office and the staff, everybody's very nice. And Dr. Kramer talks very, very straight with me and told me exactly what was wrong with me and how I could help myself and when I need to come in and get checked that we could watch the situation with my blood pressure and everything. So I'm really very glad that I found out something was wrong and that he is my doctor. And I have recommended this practice and him and my sister comes to this practice also now. So thank you.
March 2, 2024
5
Dr Kramer goes above and beyond in his interactions with his patients. He listens to what you have to say and responds appropriately. It is always a good experience meeting with Dr Kramer.
March 2, 2024
5
I'VE WORKED AT THE KENNESTONE HOSPITAL YEARS AGO. I'VE NEVER HAD A PROBLEM GETTING PROPER CARE.I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM. THANKS
March 1, 2024
5
Everyone did a good job!!!
March 10, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is a good listener.
March 1, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer was first class in every way. SO thankful that I found him.
March 1, 2024
5
It was great.
February 29, 2024
5
I was in and out early - so they all were very efficient.
February 28, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer and the nurse (Felicia) in his office are great. They exude professionalism and still make me feel well cared for. I felt very confident with the discussions.
February 24, 2024
5
Always courteous . Feel like they care. No rush.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr Kramer is great. He listens
February 22, 2024
4
Dr. Kramer is a very kind man who listens to his patients and reassures them, or at least I can only speak for me, but I'm very satisfied with the care that he provided and the explanations that he provided. The practice as a whole, everyone is incredibly polite. I got in and out very quickly. Overall, I'm very satisfied. Thank you.
March 9, 2024
4
Dr. Kramer is a very kind man who listens to his patients and reassures them, or at least I can only speak for me, but I'm very satisfied with the care that he provided and the explanations that he provided. The practice as a whole, everyone is incredibly polite. I got in and out very quickly. Overall, I'm very satisfied. Thank you.
March 9, 2024
5
Did not see any staff wash their hands.
April 11, 2024
5
Very happy after 24 years and continue to enjoy my visit
March 29, 2024
5
Every thing went well. Always good to see doc.
March 29, 2024
5
Everybody is just very friendly and nice.
March 29, 2024
5
I always appreciate the time and explanation Dr Kramer provided. Thorough and patient which is appreciated.
March 29, 2024
5
Very happy everything.
March 30, 2024
5
Always a pleasure to go to an appointment with Dr. Kramer. The staff is prompt and wait time is minimal. Dr. Kramer provides answers that are understandable without technical/medical terminology.
March 23, 2024
5
Always a good experience w/ Dr. Kramer.
March 22, 2024
5
I truly respect and admire Dr. Kramer and his staff. From the time the technician call my name, did the ekg and vitals to when dr. Kramer came into the room, the entire experience was lovely. I'm so happy I chose him to be my doctor.
March 21, 2024
5
Very well well dine
March 18, 2024
5
Excellent care
March 15, 2024
5
Dr Kramer and his staff provide outstanding compassionate care
March 14, 2024
5
I was dreading the visit but dr Kramer was most wonderful!
March 13, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is attentive he genuinely shows he cares about my overall health. Dr. Kramer went above and beyond in addressing my healthcare needs. The young lady that took my vitals was amazing! She to was very attentive to my concerns. Triple A+ to this cardiology team!!
March 9, 2024
5
Excellent experience from start to finish. I didn't get the name of the woman who greeted me, did blood pressure check and EKG. She was delightful and very professional. Dr. Kramer was conversational and comforting. Wonderful experience.
March 8, 2024
5
I don't like parking in that parking lot at all. But I do like Dr. Kramer and my husband and I both see him. He is a very pleasant doctor takes time to listen.
March 7, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is great.
March 6, 2024
5
I have trusted Dr. Kramer for my cardiovascular care for over twenty years. He is a great doctor! Even though he has many patients, I have always felt that I was his number one patient!!
March 6, 2024
5
I just love Dr. Kramer's office and the staff, everybody's very nice. And Dr. Kramer talks very, very straight with me and told me exactly what was wrong with me and how I could help myself and when I need to come in and get checked that we could watch the situation with my blood pressure and everything. So I'm really very glad that I found out something was wrong and that he is my doctor. And I have recommended this practice and him and my sister comes to this practice also now. So thank you.
March 2, 2024
5
Dr Kramer goes above and beyond in his interactions with his patients. He listens to what you have to say and responds appropriately. It is always a good experience meeting with Dr Kramer.
March 2, 2024
5
I'VE WORKED AT THE KENNESTONE HOSPITAL YEARS AGO. I'VE NEVER HAD A PROBLEM GETTING PROPER CARE.I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM. THANKS
March 1, 2024
5
Everyone did a good job!!!
March 10, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is a good listener.
March 1, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer was first class in every way. SO thankful that I found him.
March 1, 2024
5
It was great.
February 29, 2024
5
I was in and out early - so they all were very efficient.
February 28, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer and the nurse (Felicia) in his office are great. They exude professionalism and still make me feel well cared for. I felt very confident with the discussions.
February 24, 2024
5
Always courteous . Feel like they care. No rush.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr Kramer is great. He listens
February 22, 2024
5
Did not see any staff wash their hands.
April 11, 2024
5
Very happy everything.
March 30, 2024
5
Every thing went well. Always good to see doc.
March 29, 2024
5
Everybody is just very friendly and nice.
March 29, 2024
5
Very happy after 24 years and continue to enjoy my visit
March 29, 2024
5
I always appreciate the time and explanation Dr Kramer provided. Thorough and patient which is appreciated.
March 29, 2024
5
Always a pleasure to go to an appointment with Dr. Kramer. The staff is prompt and wait time is minimal. Dr. Kramer provides answers that are understandable without technical/medical terminology.
March 23, 2024
5
Always a good experience w/ Dr. Kramer.
March 22, 2024
5
I truly respect and admire Dr. Kramer and his staff. From the time the technician call my name, did the ekg and vitals to when dr. Kramer came into the room, the entire experience was lovely. I'm so happy I chose him to be my doctor.
March 21, 2024
5
Very well well dine
March 18, 2024
5
Excellent care
March 15, 2024
5
Dr Kramer and his staff provide outstanding compassionate care
March 14, 2024
5
I was dreading the visit but dr Kramer was most wonderful!
March 13, 2024
5
Everyone did a good job!!!
March 10, 2024
4
Dr. Kramer is a very kind man who listens to his patients and reassures them, or at least I can only speak for me, but I'm very satisfied with the care that he provided and the explanations that he provided. The practice as a whole, everyone is incredibly polite. I got in and out very quickly. Overall, I'm very satisfied. Thank you.
March 9, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is attentive he genuinely shows he cares about my overall health. Dr. Kramer went above and beyond in addressing my healthcare needs. The young lady that took my vitals was amazing! She to was very attentive to my concerns. Triple A+ to this cardiology team!!
March 9, 2024
5
Excellent experience from start to finish. I didn't get the name of the woman who greeted me, did blood pressure check and EKG. She was delightful and very professional. Dr. Kramer was conversational and comforting. Wonderful experience.
March 8, 2024
5
I don't like parking in that parking lot at all. But I do like Dr. Kramer and my husband and I both see him. He is a very pleasant doctor takes time to listen.
March 7, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is great.
March 6, 2024
5
I have trusted Dr. Kramer for my cardiovascular care for over twenty years. He is a great doctor! Even though he has many patients, I have always felt that I was his number one patient!!
March 6, 2024
5
I just love Dr. Kramer's office and the staff, everybody's very nice. And Dr. Kramer talks very, very straight with me and told me exactly what was wrong with me and how I could help myself and when I need to come in and get checked that we could watch the situation with my blood pressure and everything. So I'm really very glad that I found out something was wrong and that he is my doctor. And I have recommended this practice and him and my sister comes to this practice also now. So thank you.
March 2, 2024
5
Dr Kramer goes above and beyond in his interactions with his patients. He listens to what you have to say and responds appropriately. It is always a good experience meeting with Dr Kramer.
March 2, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is a good listener.
March 1, 2024
5
I'VE WORKED AT THE KENNESTONE HOSPITAL YEARS AGO. I'VE NEVER HAD A PROBLEM GETTING PROPER CARE.I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM. THANKS
March 1, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer was first class in every way. SO thankful that I found him.
March 1, 2024
5
It was great.
February 29, 2024
5
I was in and out early - so they all were very efficient.
February 28, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer and the nurse (Felicia) in his office are great. They exude professionalism and still make me feel well cared for. I felt very confident with the discussions.
February 24, 2024
5
Always courteous . Feel like they care. No rush.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr Kramer is great. He listens
February 22, 2024
5
Dr Kramer is great. He listens
February 22, 2024
5
Always courteous . Feel like they care. No rush.
February 24, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer and the nurse (Felicia) in his office are great. They exude professionalism and still make me feel well cared for. I felt very confident with the discussions.
February 24, 2024
5
I was in and out early - so they all were very efficient.
February 28, 2024
5
It was great.
February 29, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer was first class in every way. SO thankful that I found him.
March 1, 2024
5
I'VE WORKED AT THE KENNESTONE HOSPITAL YEARS AGO. I'VE NEVER HAD A PROBLEM GETTING PROPER CARE.I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM. THANKS
March 1, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is a good listener.
March 1, 2024
5
Dr Kramer goes above and beyond in his interactions with his patients. He listens to what you have to say and responds appropriately. It is always a good experience meeting with Dr Kramer.
March 2, 2024
5
I just love Dr. Kramer's office and the staff, everybody's very nice. And Dr. Kramer talks very, very straight with me and told me exactly what was wrong with me and how I could help myself and when I need to come in and get checked that we could watch the situation with my blood pressure and everything. So I'm really very glad that I found out something was wrong and that he is my doctor. And I have recommended this practice and him and my sister comes to this practice also now. So thank you.
March 2, 2024
5
I have trusted Dr. Kramer for my cardiovascular care for over twenty years. He is a great doctor! Even though he has many patients, I have always felt that I was his number one patient!!
March 6, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is great.
March 6, 2024
5
I don't like parking in that parking lot at all. But I do like Dr. Kramer and my husband and I both see him. He is a very pleasant doctor takes time to listen.
March 7, 2024
5
Excellent experience from start to finish. I didn't get the name of the woman who greeted me, did blood pressure check and EKG. She was delightful and very professional. Dr. Kramer was conversational and comforting. Wonderful experience.
March 8, 2024
5
Dr. Kramer is attentive he genuinely shows he cares about my overall health. Dr. Kramer went above and beyond in addressing my healthcare needs. The young lady that took my vitals was amazing! She to was very attentive to my concerns. Triple A+ to this cardiology team!!
March 9, 2024
4
Dr. Kramer is a very kind man who listens to his patients and reassures them, or at least I can only speak for me, but I'm very satisfied with the care that he provided and the explanations that he provided. The practice as a whole, everyone is incredibly polite. I got in and out very quickly. Overall, I'm very satisfied. Thank you.
March 9, 2024
5
Everyone did a good job!!!
March 10, 2024
5
I was dreading the visit but dr Kramer was most wonderful!
March 13, 2024
5
Dr Kramer and his staff provide outstanding compassionate care
March 14, 2024
5
Excellent care
March 15, 2024
5
Very well well dine
March 18, 2024
5
I truly respect and admire Dr. Kramer and his staff. From the time the technician call my name, did the ekg and vitals to when dr. Kramer came into the room, the entire experience was lovely. I'm so happy I chose him to be my doctor.
March 21, 2024
5
Always a good experience w/ Dr. Kramer.
March 22, 2024
5
Always a pleasure to go to an appointment with Dr. Kramer. The staff is prompt and wait time is minimal. Dr. Kramer provides answers that are understandable without technical/medical terminology.
March 23, 2024
5
I always appreciate the time and explanation Dr Kramer provided. Thorough and patient which is appreciated.
March 29, 2024
5
Very happy after 24 years and continue to enjoy my visit
March 29, 2024
5
Everybody is just very friendly and nice.
March 29, 2024
5
Every thing went well. Always good to see doc.
March 29, 2024
5
Very happy everything.
March 30, 2024
5
Did not see any staff wash their hands.
April 11, 2024
Publications and Articles
TomCare
When COVID forced everyone to spend more time at home, Tom Murphy decided he wouldn’t sit around idle. At 62, he upped his regular activity to work out with his son, daughter and daughter’s fiancé—college athletes who kept him in top shape.
Tom’s go-to workout was a long walk in a hilly East Cobb neighborhood. He and the kids also played a lot of pickleball.
About a year in, Tom noticed a physical change.
“I was playing fewer games of pickleball at a time and making it only halfway through my walks,” he said.
During Tom’s annual appointment with Dr. George Kramer, he shared his concerns about his symptoms.
“I do sports with my kids, and I’m short of breath,” Tom said.
The physician requested a cardiac CT (CCTA), the new standard for detecting heart disease, according to the American Heart Association. It can be more accurate than treadmill stress tests and is less invasive than cardiac catheterization.
“Results of the initial CT showed two blockages,” Dr. Kramer said. “One blockage was 67%, one was 75%, and we decided to follow up with further analysis using the HeartFlow test.”
Because Wellstar was the first HeartFlow Platinum site in Georgia, the cardiology staff were able to create a personalized, 3D model of Tom’s coronary arteries to check on blood flow. HeartFlow is a fractional reserve assessment that looks at how each blockage impacts the heart. Previously, this in-depth view of the heart could only happen with a more invasive procedure.
According to Dr. Kramer, the test itself has been “a godsend” since it makes it possible for patients to avoid invasive tests while still getting important—and potentially lifesaving—information about their hearts.
HeartFlow revealed the blood flow to Tom’s heart was significantly compromised.
Tom and his 91-year-old mother stand together for heart health.