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Dr. Rajnish Prasad is board-certified in Cardiovascular Diseases and Critical Care Medicine. He completed a six-year Bachelor of Science/Doctor of Medicine program at Lehigh University and the Medical College of Pennsylvania (now Drexel University School of Medicine). He completed his medicine internship and residency at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1997. Afterwards, he completed his Cardiovascular Diseases fellowship at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2000. He then completed a Critical Care Medicine fellowship at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland and the was a research fellow there until 2003. He then was an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Maryland directing the coronary care unit until 2005.
Dr. Prasad joined Wellstar Medical Group, Cardiovascular Medicine, in 2005 and is currently on staff at Wellstar Cobb, Douglas, Paulding and Kennestone Hospitals.
Dr. Prasad’s areas of interest include cardiac critical care and cardiovascular research. He is currently a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP).
Specialties
Cardiovascular Disease
Critical Care Medicine
Cardiac Imaging
Education & Training
Medical College of Pennsylvania
Degree
Doctor of Medicine
Residency
Drexel University College of Medicine
Fellowship
National Institute of Health Clinical Center
Allegheny General Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular
American Board of Internal Medicine Critical Care
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
4.9
Based on 338 patient ratings
Listened to me carefully
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust
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Patient Reviews
5
Excellent care
June 19, 2026
5
I have total trust in Dr. Prasad. He had one concern regarding my condition and has ordered a test to insure that there is no problem. He is easy to communicate with and has my well being as his main priority.
June 18, 2026
4
Have only seen Dr. twice so am not in position to elaborate but I liked him a lot and he was straightforward and did not scare me
June 21, 2026
3
I really enjoyed the service and I believe I would recommend it to anyone, whether family or friends.
June 19, 2026
4
She very well.
June 19, 2026
5
Dr Prasad & his staff are the best! They are polite, pleasant, knowledgeable in their individual professions, caring, & helpful.
June 17, 2026
4
Dr. Prasad's awesome. The medical assistant that happened to be working on that particular visit had me so nervous. My blood pressure went sky high. She was so rushed and so distracted and so unorganized. It truly made me uncomfortable. That's basically all I have to say.
June 17, 2026
5
pleased
June 14, 2026
5
Greatest doctor and staff. Very helpful.
June 13, 2026
5
What can I say the checking in process was smooth and very friendly and helpful. The nurse that brought me to the back took my vitals was very friendly courteous, and was a pleasure.. and the Dr when he came in had already seen my charts had some questions. Asked about my concerns and how I was feeling.. He then was able to answer any and all my questions and concerns about a future upcoming procedure.. It's nice to have a physician that will review and explain things to you so that you understand. Of course, we all know that they have in their heads and they know what they're doing.. well we hope lol But no, the doctor was superb
June 12, 2026
5
Dr Prasad has done an excellent job steering my health recovery. I haven't felt this good in several years. Thank you
June 11, 2026
5
Dr Prasad was very personable and explained things in detail to us. He was wonderful!!
May 31, 2026
5
Dr Prasad is always very thorough. He explains what he is saying in very easy to understand terms. He is able to do this in the time that is required. He leaves me with the assurance that he understands what I need.
May 31, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad is always thorough, fully aware of my conditions & all recent lab results, including those unrelated to cardiology.
May 30, 2026
5
Dr and staff were very inviting. Only negative thing was after my visit I had to wait a long time to meet with a scheduler to get a procedure appt.
May 29, 2026
5
Great experience with Dr Prasad and his team
May 9, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad always listens, answers my questions, addresses my concerns, and makes me feel more at ease. He's kind and doesn't make you feel rushed. I have recommended him to other family members.
May 7, 2026
5
My visit was great and I felt so comfortable with my doctor. So happy finally to have him after Dr. Fishman left.
May 7, 2026
5
Awesome job. Very satisfied with my care.
May 3, 2026
5
Just entering the building makes you feel safe; all the staff are very friendly.
May 3, 2026
5
Very professional, intelligent, wonderful doctor
May 1, 2026
5
Very professional. Loved overall experience. Dr. Prasad is awesome.
April 29, 2026
5
Everyone was friendly & courteous. They took me in on time, and the doctor was there quickly.
April 24, 2026
5
I go to Dr Prasad on Sixes Rd. The staff is always friendly and Dr Prasad always listens and really cares about my health. I highly recommend him.
April 28, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad has always done a great job taking care of me since I first met him. I would highly recommend hiring more doctors that are like him!
April 26, 2026
5
Always none stressful
April 5, 2026
5
Very good experience.
April 2, 2026
5
I was really impressed with this cardiology office. The staff was very helpful and I was able to get back to my appointment very quickly. The doctor came in quickly and was very thorough and all in all, it was a great experience.
April 1, 2026
5
My visit this morning, was with Dr. Prasad. I am so thankful, he takes up time, and ALWAYS ask, do I have any questions. I would HIGHLY recommend, him, and his wonderful staff. A very, very, caring doctor.
March 29, 2026
5
The dr was concerned and cared
March 27, 2026
5
Excellent care
June 19, 2026
5
I have total trust in Dr. Prasad. He had one concern regarding my condition and has ordered a test to insure that there is no problem. He is easy to communicate with and has my well being as his main priority.
June 18, 2026
5
Dr Prasad & his staff are the best! They are polite, pleasant, knowledgeable in their individual professions, caring, & helpful.
June 17, 2026
5
pleased
June 14, 2026
5
Greatest doctor and staff. Very helpful.
June 13, 2026
5
What can I say the checking in process was smooth and very friendly and helpful. The nurse that brought me to the back took my vitals was very friendly courteous, and was a pleasure.. and the Dr when he came in had already seen my charts had some questions. Asked about my concerns and how I was feeling.. He then was able to answer any and all my questions and concerns about a future upcoming procedure.. It's nice to have a physician that will review and explain things to you so that you understand. Of course, we all know that they have in their heads and they know what they're doing.. well we hope lol But no, the doctor was superb
June 12, 2026
5
Dr Prasad has done an excellent job steering my health recovery. I haven't felt this good in several years. Thank you
June 11, 2026
5
Dr Prasad was very personable and explained things in detail to us. He was wonderful!!
May 31, 2026
5
Dr Prasad is always very thorough. He explains what he is saying in very easy to understand terms. He is able to do this in the time that is required. He leaves me with the assurance that he understands what I need.
May 31, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad is always thorough, fully aware of my conditions & all recent lab results, including those unrelated to cardiology.
May 30, 2026
5
Dr and staff were very inviting. Only negative thing was after my visit I had to wait a long time to meet with a scheduler to get a procedure appt.
May 29, 2026
5
Great experience with Dr Prasad and his team
May 9, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad always listens, answers my questions, addresses my concerns, and makes me feel more at ease. He's kind and doesn't make you feel rushed. I have recommended him to other family members.
May 7, 2026
5
My visit was great and I felt so comfortable with my doctor. So happy finally to have him after Dr. Fishman left.
May 7, 2026
5
Awesome job. Very satisfied with my care.
May 3, 2026
5
Just entering the building makes you feel safe; all the staff are very friendly.
May 3, 2026
5
Very professional, intelligent, wonderful doctor
May 1, 2026
5
Very professional. Loved overall experience. Dr. Prasad is awesome.
April 29, 2026
5
Everyone was friendly & courteous. They took me in on time, and the doctor was there quickly.
April 24, 2026
5
I go to Dr Prasad on Sixes Rd. The staff is always friendly and Dr Prasad always listens and really cares about my health. I highly recommend him.
April 28, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad has always done a great job taking care of me since I first met him. I would highly recommend hiring more doctors that are like him!
April 26, 2026
5
Always none stressful
April 5, 2026
5
Very good experience.
April 2, 2026
5
I was really impressed with this cardiology office. The staff was very helpful and I was able to get back to my appointment very quickly. The doctor came in quickly and was very thorough and all in all, it was a great experience.
April 1, 2026
5
My visit this morning, was with Dr. Prasad. I am so thankful, he takes up time, and ALWAYS ask, do I have any questions. I would HIGHLY recommend, him, and his wonderful staff. A very, very, caring doctor.
March 29, 2026
5
The dr was concerned and cared
March 27, 2026
4
Have only seen Dr. twice so am not in position to elaborate but I liked him a lot and he was straightforward and did not scare me
June 21, 2026
4
She very well.
June 19, 2026
4
Dr. Prasad's awesome. The medical assistant that happened to be working on that particular visit had me so nervous. My blood pressure went sky high. She was so rushed and so distracted and so unorganized. It truly made me uncomfortable. That's basically all I have to say.
June 17, 2026
3
I really enjoyed the service and I believe I would recommend it to anyone, whether family or friends.
June 19, 2026
3
I really enjoyed the service and I believe I would recommend it to anyone, whether family or friends.
June 19, 2026
4
Have only seen Dr. twice so am not in position to elaborate but I liked him a lot and he was straightforward and did not scare me
June 21, 2026
4
She very well.
June 19, 2026
4
Dr. Prasad's awesome. The medical assistant that happened to be working on that particular visit had me so nervous. My blood pressure went sky high. She was so rushed and so distracted and so unorganized. It truly made me uncomfortable. That's basically all I have to say.
June 17, 2026
5
Excellent care
June 19, 2026
5
I have total trust in Dr. Prasad. He had one concern regarding my condition and has ordered a test to insure that there is no problem. He is easy to communicate with and has my well being as his main priority.
June 18, 2026
5
Dr Prasad & his staff are the best! They are polite, pleasant, knowledgeable in their individual professions, caring, & helpful.
June 17, 2026
5
pleased
June 14, 2026
5
Greatest doctor and staff. Very helpful.
June 13, 2026
5
What can I say the checking in process was smooth and very friendly and helpful. The nurse that brought me to the back took my vitals was very friendly courteous, and was a pleasure.. and the Dr when he came in had already seen my charts had some questions. Asked about my concerns and how I was feeling.. He then was able to answer any and all my questions and concerns about a future upcoming procedure.. It's nice to have a physician that will review and explain things to you so that you understand. Of course, we all know that they have in their heads and they know what they're doing.. well we hope lol But no, the doctor was superb
June 12, 2026
5
Dr Prasad has done an excellent job steering my health recovery. I haven't felt this good in several years. Thank you
June 11, 2026
5
Dr Prasad was very personable and explained things in detail to us. He was wonderful!!
May 31, 2026
5
Dr Prasad is always very thorough. He explains what he is saying in very easy to understand terms. He is able to do this in the time that is required. He leaves me with the assurance that he understands what I need.
May 31, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad is always thorough, fully aware of my conditions & all recent lab results, including those unrelated to cardiology.
May 30, 2026
5
Dr and staff were very inviting. Only negative thing was after my visit I had to wait a long time to meet with a scheduler to get a procedure appt.
May 29, 2026
5
Great experience with Dr Prasad and his team
May 9, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad always listens, answers my questions, addresses my concerns, and makes me feel more at ease. He's kind and doesn't make you feel rushed. I have recommended him to other family members.
May 7, 2026
5
My visit was great and I felt so comfortable with my doctor. So happy finally to have him after Dr. Fishman left.
May 7, 2026
5
Awesome job. Very satisfied with my care.
May 3, 2026
5
Just entering the building makes you feel safe; all the staff are very friendly.
May 3, 2026
5
Very professional, intelligent, wonderful doctor
May 1, 2026
5
Very professional. Loved overall experience. Dr. Prasad is awesome.
April 29, 2026
5
Everyone was friendly & courteous. They took me in on time, and the doctor was there quickly.
April 24, 2026
5
I go to Dr Prasad on Sixes Rd. The staff is always friendly and Dr Prasad always listens and really cares about my health. I highly recommend him.
April 28, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad has always done a great job taking care of me since I first met him. I would highly recommend hiring more doctors that are like him!
April 26, 2026
5
Always none stressful
April 5, 2026
5
Very good experience.
April 2, 2026
5
I was really impressed with this cardiology office. The staff was very helpful and I was able to get back to my appointment very quickly. The doctor came in quickly and was very thorough and all in all, it was a great experience.
April 1, 2026
5
My visit this morning, was with Dr. Prasad. I am so thankful, he takes up time, and ALWAYS ask, do I have any questions. I would HIGHLY recommend, him, and his wonderful staff. A very, very, caring doctor.
March 29, 2026
5
The dr was concerned and cared
March 27, 2026
4
Have only seen Dr. twice so am not in position to elaborate but I liked him a lot and he was straightforward and did not scare me
June 21, 2026
3
I really enjoyed the service and I believe I would recommend it to anyone, whether family or friends.
June 19, 2026
4
She very well.
June 19, 2026
5
Excellent care
June 19, 2026
5
I have total trust in Dr. Prasad. He had one concern regarding my condition and has ordered a test to insure that there is no problem. He is easy to communicate with and has my well being as his main priority.
June 18, 2026
4
Dr. Prasad's awesome. The medical assistant that happened to be working on that particular visit had me so nervous. My blood pressure went sky high. She was so rushed and so distracted and so unorganized. It truly made me uncomfortable. That's basically all I have to say.
June 17, 2026
5
Dr Prasad & his staff are the best! They are polite, pleasant, knowledgeable in their individual professions, caring, & helpful.
June 17, 2026
5
pleased
June 14, 2026
5
Greatest doctor and staff. Very helpful.
June 13, 2026
5
What can I say the checking in process was smooth and very friendly and helpful. The nurse that brought me to the back took my vitals was very friendly courteous, and was a pleasure.. and the Dr when he came in had already seen my charts had some questions. Asked about my concerns and how I was feeling.. He then was able to answer any and all my questions and concerns about a future upcoming procedure.. It's nice to have a physician that will review and explain things to you so that you understand. Of course, we all know that they have in their heads and they know what they're doing.. well we hope lol But no, the doctor was superb
June 12, 2026
5
Dr Prasad has done an excellent job steering my health recovery. I haven't felt this good in several years. Thank you
June 11, 2026
5
Dr Prasad was very personable and explained things in detail to us. He was wonderful!!
May 31, 2026
5
Dr Prasad is always very thorough. He explains what he is saying in very easy to understand terms. He is able to do this in the time that is required. He leaves me with the assurance that he understands what I need.
May 31, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad is always thorough, fully aware of my conditions & all recent lab results, including those unrelated to cardiology.
May 30, 2026
5
Dr and staff were very inviting. Only negative thing was after my visit I had to wait a long time to meet with a scheduler to get a procedure appt.
May 29, 2026
5
Great experience with Dr Prasad and his team
May 9, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad always listens, answers my questions, addresses my concerns, and makes me feel more at ease. He's kind and doesn't make you feel rushed. I have recommended him to other family members.
May 7, 2026
5
My visit was great and I felt so comfortable with my doctor. So happy finally to have him after Dr. Fishman left.
May 7, 2026
5
Awesome job. Very satisfied with my care.
May 3, 2026
5
Just entering the building makes you feel safe; all the staff are very friendly.
May 3, 2026
5
Very professional, intelligent, wonderful doctor
May 1, 2026
5
Very professional. Loved overall experience. Dr. Prasad is awesome.
April 29, 2026
5
I go to Dr Prasad on Sixes Rd. The staff is always friendly and Dr Prasad always listens and really cares about my health. I highly recommend him.
April 28, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad has always done a great job taking care of me since I first met him. I would highly recommend hiring more doctors that are like him!
April 26, 2026
5
Everyone was friendly & courteous. They took me in on time, and the doctor was there quickly.
April 24, 2026
5
Always none stressful
April 5, 2026
5
Very good experience.
April 2, 2026
5
I was really impressed with this cardiology office. The staff was very helpful and I was able to get back to my appointment very quickly. The doctor came in quickly and was very thorough and all in all, it was a great experience.
April 1, 2026
5
My visit this morning, was with Dr. Prasad. I am so thankful, he takes up time, and ALWAYS ask, do I have any questions. I would HIGHLY recommend, him, and his wonderful staff. A very, very, caring doctor.
March 29, 2026
5
The dr was concerned and cared
March 27, 2026
5
The dr was concerned and cared
March 27, 2026
5
My visit this morning, was with Dr. Prasad. I am so thankful, he takes up time, and ALWAYS ask, do I have any questions. I would HIGHLY recommend, him, and his wonderful staff. A very, very, caring doctor.
March 29, 2026
5
I was really impressed with this cardiology office. The staff was very helpful and I was able to get back to my appointment very quickly. The doctor came in quickly and was very thorough and all in all, it was a great experience.
April 1, 2026
5
Very good experience.
April 2, 2026
5
Always none stressful
April 5, 2026
5
Everyone was friendly & courteous. They took me in on time, and the doctor was there quickly.
April 24, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad has always done a great job taking care of me since I first met him. I would highly recommend hiring more doctors that are like him!
April 26, 2026
5
I go to Dr Prasad on Sixes Rd. The staff is always friendly and Dr Prasad always listens and really cares about my health. I highly recommend him.
April 28, 2026
5
Very professional. Loved overall experience. Dr. Prasad is awesome.
April 29, 2026
5
Very professional, intelligent, wonderful doctor
May 1, 2026
5
Just entering the building makes you feel safe; all the staff are very friendly.
May 3, 2026
5
Awesome job. Very satisfied with my care.
May 3, 2026
5
My visit was great and I felt so comfortable with my doctor. So happy finally to have him after Dr. Fishman left.
May 7, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad always listens, answers my questions, addresses my concerns, and makes me feel more at ease. He's kind and doesn't make you feel rushed. I have recommended him to other family members.
May 7, 2026
5
Great experience with Dr Prasad and his team
May 9, 2026
5
Dr and staff were very inviting. Only negative thing was after my visit I had to wait a long time to meet with a scheduler to get a procedure appt.
May 29, 2026
5
Dr. Prasad is always thorough, fully aware of my conditions & all recent lab results, including those unrelated to cardiology.
May 30, 2026
5
Dr Prasad is always very thorough. He explains what he is saying in very easy to understand terms. He is able to do this in the time that is required. He leaves me with the assurance that he understands what I need.
May 31, 2026
5
Dr Prasad was very personable and explained things in detail to us. He was wonderful!!
May 31, 2026
5
Dr Prasad has done an excellent job steering my health recovery. I haven't felt this good in several years. Thank you
June 11, 2026
5
What can I say the checking in process was smooth and very friendly and helpful. The nurse that brought me to the back took my vitals was very friendly courteous, and was a pleasure.. and the Dr when he came in had already seen my charts had some questions. Asked about my concerns and how I was feeling.. He then was able to answer any and all my questions and concerns about a future upcoming procedure.. It's nice to have a physician that will review and explain things to you so that you understand. Of course, we all know that they have in their heads and they know what they're doing.. well we hope lol But no, the doctor was superb
June 12, 2026
5
Greatest doctor and staff. Very helpful.
June 13, 2026
5
pleased
June 14, 2026
5
Dr Prasad & his staff are the best! They are polite, pleasant, knowledgeable in their individual professions, caring, & helpful.
June 17, 2026
4
Dr. Prasad's awesome. The medical assistant that happened to be working on that particular visit had me so nervous. My blood pressure went sky high. She was so rushed and so distracted and so unorganized. It truly made me uncomfortable. That's basically all I have to say.
June 17, 2026
5
I have total trust in Dr. Prasad. He had one concern regarding my condition and has ordered a test to insure that there is no problem. He is easy to communicate with and has my well being as his main priority.
June 18, 2026
5
Excellent care
June 19, 2026
4
She very well.
June 19, 2026
3
I really enjoyed the service and I believe I would recommend it to anyone, whether family or friends.
June 19, 2026
4
Have only seen Dr. twice so am not in position to elaborate but I liked him a lot and he was straightforward and did not scare me
June 21, 2026
Publications and Articles
KevinCare
There aren’t many people out there who can say they survived cardiac arrest at 30. Kevin Miskewicz can.
According to the American Heart Association, more than 90% of people who experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest die. Those who survive often have permanent neurological disabilities. But Kevin’s story has an incredibly fortunate ending, thanks to the highly coordinated work of his medical experts at Wellstar.
Recovering from cardiac arrest is something Kevin will never forget. It lives forever as a piece of his health history—one that includes a dedicated healthcare team—and his wife, who was the first to save his life.
CPR to the rescue
Kevin woke up on Labor Day 2017 at 5:30 AM to take the dog out. Pausing to adjust the thermostat as he came in, he fell, knocking over a lamp.
He was in cardiac arrest.
With no symptoms and no known pre-existing condition, this was unexpected, but that didn’t stop his wife, Andrea, from jumping into action.
“If it weren’t for me knocking over a lamp when I passed out,” said Kevin, “she would have never woken up and saved my life.”
In addition to calling 911 and unlocking the door for the paramedics, Andrea performed CPR for 10 minutes.
Coordinating multidisciplinary care to save a life
When paramedics arrived at Kevin’s home, he had no pulse and was not breathing. As the paramedics performed their lifesaving work, he technically died two times.
The ambulance took him to Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center, where he was initially assessed and treated by Dr. David Jacoboff. The interventional cardiologist implanted an intra-aortic balloon pump to stabilize him. Then, he transferred Kevin to Wellstar Kennestone for highly specialized heart care.
When Kevin arrived at Wellstar Kennestone by helicopter, his heart function wasn’t strong enough to support his body. Dr. Reitman and a team of doctors including a cardiologist, a pulmonologist and critical care doctors worked in tandem to put Kevin on an advanced life support system called veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Better known as VA-ECMO, it took the heart “offline” so it could heal. The technology removed unoxygenated blood from his body, oxygenated it and pumped it back in for the next three days.
“Very few places in the state—only four or five hospitals—have the technology and specialized training to put a patient on ECMO,” Dr. Reitman explained.
