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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
Degree
Doctor of Medicine
Residency
Ohio State University Hospital
Fellowship
Minneapolis Heart Institute
Emory University School of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
Languages spoken
English
Common Treatments, Conditions, and Procedures
Atrial Fibrillation (Afib)
Congestive Heart Failure
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.8
Based on 636 patient ratings
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
Listened to me carefully
Earned my trust
Shared the right amount of information
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Patient Reviews
5
Dr Kramer is the best and is not replaceable. What is with the 6 month appointment policy?
May 23, 2025
5
Wellstar provides excellent service! Thank you!
May 22, 2025
5
Dr. Kramer is the best. He saved my life in 2020. So sorry to see him go but he has earned it. Good luck to him and God Bless.
May 21, 2025
5
It was an absolute pleasure being a patient of Dr. Kramer!!
May 19, 2025
4
Both Techs were amazing. Dr. Kramer is always great. Sad to see him retiring. Front desk Registrar would friendly.
May 17, 2025
5
Always feel comfortable with Dr. Kramer visits!
May 17, 2025
5
Dr Kramer was very professional & knowledgeable
May 22, 2025
5
Everyone in the office is very nice and helpful
May 15, 2025
5
Good luck in future endeavors!
May 18, 2025
5
GREAT DOCTOR
May 15, 2025
5
Im happy for Dr Kramer as he retires but will miss him.
May 9, 2025
5
Dr Kramer is going to be missed
May 8, 2025
5
Will dearly miss Dr Kramer.
May 2, 2025
5
My experience was great as usual. Everyone was professional and courteous
May 2, 2025
5
Nothing to add but thst Dr. Kramer is a great doctor
May 2, 2025
5
My doctor is retiring. I am glad for him but sad for me. I trust him so much. I hope the doctor he is referring me to is as good.
April 30, 2025
5
Dr Kramer has always been terrific. Always friendly and personable as well as professional. My family hates to see him retire but wish him nothing but the best for his upcoming retirement. He will be hard to replace. Always pleased with his staff as well.
April 30, 2025
5
I have been a patient of Dr Kramer for years. He has always made me feel that I could discuss any issues I had. He never made me feel like he was rushed. I will miss him greatly but happy for his retirement!
April 30, 2025
5
Very good and helpful
April 30, 2025
5
I will miss Dr. Kramer due to his retirement. I enjoyed working with him and over 25+ years!!
April 30, 2025
5
Dr. Kramer has been my cardiologist for many years. He is an excellent physician. I've never had a complaint about him. He's wonderful. His medical assistant, who was new to me this time, was not very good, to be honest. She seemed very out of sorts and nervous and maybe she was brand new to the job. I don't know, but yeah, she needs a little bit more practice and a little bit more help with her bedside manner.
April 27, 2025
5
Great Staff
April 27, 2025
5
I wish that Doc Kramer was still practicing for the next few years, but I understand he's decided it's time to retire and I will miss him. He's helped me and I believe honestly that my life is so much better because he was my cardiologist.
April 27, 2025
5
I have been seeing Dr. Kramer since 2006. I don't know what I'm gonna do without him..
April 27, 2025
5
Very pleased.
April 27, 2025
5
I will miss dr. Kramer when he retires.
April 24, 2025
5
I have been seeing Dr. Kramer for over thirty years, I have trusted him with my life, I am still here after many, many procedures.
April 24, 2025
4
Sadly, I love Dr. Kramer and have recommended him, but he is retiring soon. He will be deeply missed.
April 24, 2025
5
Sure everyone will miss Dr. Kramer after he retires.
April 24, 2025
5
Going to miss Dr Kramer
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Kramer is the best and is not replaceable. What is with the 6 month appointment policy?
May 23, 2025
5
Wellstar provides excellent service! Thank you!
May 22, 2025
5
Dr. Kramer is the best. He saved my life in 2020. So sorry to see him go but he has earned it. Good luck to him and God Bless.
May 21, 2025
5
It was an absolute pleasure being a patient of Dr. Kramer!!
May 19, 2025
5
Always feel comfortable with Dr. Kramer visits!
May 17, 2025
5
Dr Kramer was very professional & knowledgeable
May 22, 2025
5
Everyone in the office is very nice and helpful
May 15, 2025
5
Good luck in future endeavors!
May 18, 2025
5
GREAT DOCTOR
May 15, 2025
5
Im happy for Dr Kramer as he retires but will miss him.
May 9, 2025
5
Dr Kramer is going to be missed
May 8, 2025
5
Will dearly miss Dr Kramer.
May 2, 2025
5
My experience was great as usual. Everyone was professional and courteous
May 2, 2025
5
Nothing to add but thst Dr. Kramer is a great doctor
May 2, 2025
5
My doctor is retiring. I am glad for him but sad for me. I trust him so much. I hope the doctor he is referring me to is as good.
April 30, 2025
5
Dr Kramer has always been terrific. Always friendly and personable as well as professional. My family hates to see him retire but wish him nothing but the best for his upcoming retirement. He will be hard to replace. Always pleased with his staff as well.
April 30, 2025
5
I have been a patient of Dr Kramer for years. He has always made me feel that I could discuss any issues I had. He never made me feel like he was rushed. I will miss him greatly but happy for his retirement!
April 30, 2025
5
Very good and helpful
April 30, 2025
5
I will miss Dr. Kramer due to his retirement. I enjoyed working with him and over 25+ years!!
April 30, 2025
5
Dr. Kramer has been my cardiologist for many years. He is an excellent physician. I've never had a complaint about him. He's wonderful. His medical assistant, who was new to me this time, was not very good, to be honest. She seemed very out of sorts and nervous and maybe she was brand new to the job. I don't know, but yeah, she needs a little bit more practice and a little bit more help with her bedside manner.
April 27, 2025
5
Great Staff
April 27, 2025
5
I wish that Doc Kramer was still practicing for the next few years, but I understand he's decided it's time to retire and I will miss him. He's helped me and I believe honestly that my life is so much better because he was my cardiologist.
April 27, 2025
5
I have been seeing Dr. Kramer since 2006. I don't know what I'm gonna do without him..
April 27, 2025
5
Very pleased.
April 27, 2025
5
I will miss dr. Kramer when he retires.
April 24, 2025
5
I have been seeing Dr. Kramer for over thirty years, I have trusted him with my life, I am still here after many, many procedures.
April 24, 2025
5
Sure everyone will miss Dr. Kramer after he retires.
April 24, 2025
5
Going to miss Dr Kramer
April 24, 2025
4
Both Techs were amazing. Dr. Kramer is always great. Sad to see him retiring. Front desk Registrar would friendly.
May 17, 2025
4
Sadly, I love Dr. Kramer and have recommended him, but he is retiring soon. He will be deeply missed.
April 24, 2025
4
Both Techs were amazing. Dr. Kramer is always great. Sad to see him retiring. Front desk Registrar would friendly.
May 17, 2025
4
Sadly, I love Dr. Kramer and have recommended him, but he is retiring soon. He will be deeply missed.
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Kramer is the best and is not replaceable. What is with the 6 month appointment policy?
May 23, 2025
5
Wellstar provides excellent service! Thank you!
May 22, 2025
5
Dr. Kramer is the best. He saved my life in 2020. So sorry to see him go but he has earned it. Good luck to him and God Bless.
May 21, 2025
5
It was an absolute pleasure being a patient of Dr. Kramer!!
May 19, 2025
5
Always feel comfortable with Dr. Kramer visits!
May 17, 2025
5
Dr Kramer was very professional & knowledgeable
May 22, 2025
5
Everyone in the office is very nice and helpful
May 15, 2025
5
Good luck in future endeavors!
May 18, 2025
5
GREAT DOCTOR
May 15, 2025
5
Im happy for Dr Kramer as he retires but will miss him.
May 9, 2025
5
Dr Kramer is going to be missed
May 8, 2025
5
Will dearly miss Dr Kramer.
May 2, 2025
5
My experience was great as usual. Everyone was professional and courteous
May 2, 2025
5
Nothing to add but thst Dr. Kramer is a great doctor
May 2, 2025
5
My doctor is retiring. I am glad for him but sad for me. I trust him so much. I hope the doctor he is referring me to is as good.
April 30, 2025
5
Dr Kramer has always been terrific. Always friendly and personable as well as professional. My family hates to see him retire but wish him nothing but the best for his upcoming retirement. He will be hard to replace. Always pleased with his staff as well.
April 30, 2025
5
I have been a patient of Dr Kramer for years. He has always made me feel that I could discuss any issues I had. He never made me feel like he was rushed. I will miss him greatly but happy for his retirement!
April 30, 2025
5
Very good and helpful
April 30, 2025
5
I will miss Dr. Kramer due to his retirement. I enjoyed working with him and over 25+ years!!
April 30, 2025
5
Dr. Kramer has been my cardiologist for many years. He is an excellent physician. I've never had a complaint about him. He's wonderful. His medical assistant, who was new to me this time, was not very good, to be honest. She seemed very out of sorts and nervous and maybe she was brand new to the job. I don't know, but yeah, she needs a little bit more practice and a little bit more help with her bedside manner.
April 27, 2025
5
Great Staff
April 27, 2025
5
I wish that Doc Kramer was still practicing for the next few years, but I understand he's decided it's time to retire and I will miss him. He's helped me and I believe honestly that my life is so much better because he was my cardiologist.
April 27, 2025
5
I have been seeing Dr. Kramer since 2006. I don't know what I'm gonna do without him..
April 27, 2025
5
Very pleased.
April 27, 2025
5
I will miss dr. Kramer when he retires.
April 24, 2025
5
I have been seeing Dr. Kramer for over thirty years, I have trusted him with my life, I am still here after many, many procedures.
April 24, 2025
5
Sure everyone will miss Dr. Kramer after he retires.
April 24, 2025
5
Going to miss Dr Kramer
April 24, 2025
5
Dr Kramer is the best and is not replaceable. What is with the 6 month appointment policy?
May 23, 2025
5
Wellstar provides excellent service! Thank you!
May 22, 2025
5
Dr Kramer was very professional & knowledgeable
May 22, 2025
5
Dr. Kramer is the best. He saved my life in 2020. So sorry to see him go but he has earned it. Good luck to him and God Bless.
May 21, 2025
5
It was an absolute pleasure being a patient of Dr. Kramer!!
May 19, 2025
5
Good luck in future endeavors!
May 18, 2025
4
Both Techs were amazing. Dr. Kramer is always great. Sad to see him retiring. Front desk Registrar would friendly.
May 17, 2025
5
Always feel comfortable with Dr. Kramer visits!
May 17, 2025
5
GREAT DOCTOR
May 15, 2025
5
Everyone in the office is very nice and helpful
May 15, 2025
5
Im happy for Dr Kramer as he retires but will miss him.
May 9, 2025
5
Dr Kramer is going to be missed
May 8, 2025
5
Will dearly miss Dr Kramer.
May 2, 2025
5
Nothing to add but thst Dr. Kramer is a great doctor
May 2, 2025
5
My experience was great as usual. Everyone was professional and courteous
May 2, 2025
5
My doctor is retiring. I am glad for him but sad for me. I trust him so much. I hope the doctor he is referring me to is as good.
April 30, 2025
5
Dr Kramer has always been terrific. Always friendly and personable as well as professional. My family hates to see him retire but wish him nothing but the best for his upcoming retirement. He will be hard to replace. Always pleased with his staff as well.
April 30, 2025
5
I have been a patient of Dr Kramer for years. He has always made me feel that I could discuss any issues I had. He never made me feel like he was rushed. I will miss him greatly but happy for his retirement!
April 30, 2025
5
Very good and helpful
April 30, 2025
5
I will miss Dr. Kramer due to his retirement. I enjoyed working with him and over 25+ years!!
April 30, 2025
5
Dr. Kramer has been my cardiologist for many years. He is an excellent physician. I've never had a complaint about him. He's wonderful. His medical assistant, who was new to me this time, was not very good, to be honest. She seemed very out of sorts and nervous and maybe she was brand new to the job. I don't know, but yeah, she needs a little bit more practice and a little bit more help with her bedside manner.
April 27, 2025
5
Great Staff
April 27, 2025
5
I wish that Doc Kramer was still practicing for the next few years, but I understand he's decided it's time to retire and I will miss him. He's helped me and I believe honestly that my life is so much better because he was my cardiologist.
April 27, 2025
5
I have been seeing Dr. Kramer since 2006. I don't know what I'm gonna do without him..
April 27, 2025
5
Very pleased.
April 27, 2025
5
I will miss dr. Kramer when he retires.
April 24, 2025
5
I have been seeing Dr. Kramer for over thirty years, I have trusted him with my life, I am still here after many, many procedures.
April 24, 2025
4
Sadly, I love Dr. Kramer and have recommended him, but he is retiring soon. He will be deeply missed.
April 24, 2025
5
Going to miss Dr Kramer
April 24, 2025
5
Sure everyone will miss Dr. Kramer after he retires.
April 24, 2025
5
Sure everyone will miss Dr. Kramer after he retires.
April 24, 2025
5
Going to miss Dr Kramer
April 24, 2025
4
Sadly, I love Dr. Kramer and have recommended him, but he is retiring soon. He will be deeply missed.
April 24, 2025
5
I have been seeing Dr. Kramer for over thirty years, I have trusted him with my life, I am still here after many, many procedures.
April 24, 2025
5
I will miss dr. Kramer when he retires.
April 24, 2025
5
Very pleased.
April 27, 2025
5
I have been seeing Dr. Kramer since 2006. I don't know what I'm gonna do without him..
April 27, 2025
5
I wish that Doc Kramer was still practicing for the next few years, but I understand he's decided it's time to retire and I will miss him. He's helped me and I believe honestly that my life is so much better because he was my cardiologist.
April 27, 2025
5
Great Staff
April 27, 2025
5
Dr. Kramer has been my cardiologist for many years. He is an excellent physician. I've never had a complaint about him. He's wonderful. His medical assistant, who was new to me this time, was not very good, to be honest. She seemed very out of sorts and nervous and maybe she was brand new to the job. I don't know, but yeah, she needs a little bit more practice and a little bit more help with her bedside manner.
April 27, 2025
5
I will miss Dr. Kramer due to his retirement. I enjoyed working with him and over 25+ years!!
April 30, 2025
5
Very good and helpful
April 30, 2025
5
I have been a patient of Dr Kramer for years. He has always made me feel that I could discuss any issues I had. He never made me feel like he was rushed. I will miss him greatly but happy for his retirement!
April 30, 2025
5
Dr Kramer has always been terrific. Always friendly and personable as well as professional. My family hates to see him retire but wish him nothing but the best for his upcoming retirement. He will be hard to replace. Always pleased with his staff as well.
April 30, 2025
5
My doctor is retiring. I am glad for him but sad for me. I trust him so much. I hope the doctor he is referring me to is as good.
April 30, 2025
5
My experience was great as usual. Everyone was professional and courteous
May 2, 2025
5
Nothing to add but thst Dr. Kramer is a great doctor
May 2, 2025
5
Will dearly miss Dr Kramer.
May 2, 2025
5
Dr Kramer is going to be missed
May 8, 2025
5
Im happy for Dr Kramer as he retires but will miss him.
May 9, 2025
5
Everyone in the office is very nice and helpful
May 15, 2025
5
GREAT DOCTOR
May 15, 2025
5
Always feel comfortable with Dr. Kramer visits!
May 17, 2025
4
Both Techs were amazing. Dr. Kramer is always great. Sad to see him retiring. Front desk Registrar would friendly.
May 17, 2025
5
Good luck in future endeavors!
May 18, 2025
5
It was an absolute pleasure being a patient of Dr. Kramer!!
May 19, 2025
5
Dr. Kramer is the best. He saved my life in 2020. So sorry to see him go but he has earned it. Good luck to him and God Bless.
May 21, 2025
5
Dr Kramer was very professional & knowledgeable
May 22, 2025
5
Wellstar provides excellent service! Thank you!
May 22, 2025
5
Dr Kramer is the best and is not replaceable. What is with the 6 month appointment policy?
May 23, 2025
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.
