Avelar, Erick

Cardiology

Oconee Heart & Vascular Center

www.stmaryshealthcaresystem.org

4.8 out of 5

125 verified ratings

125 Ratings, 43 Comments


The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Feb 18, 2026
Dr. Avelar is very good taking care of everything

Feb 18, 2026
Thanks for the care you give me

Jan 29, 2026
Always pleasant and informative, clearly concerned for my well-being.

Jan 16, 2026
Has good sense of humor and listens intently plus obviously Shah and he are really competent.

Jan 16, 2026
I feel a doctor should allow you a voice in your health care are explain the reason for tests ordered.

Jan 15, 2026
He seems to care and he explained his concerns and suggested things that I could do to help me.

Jan 15, 2026
Nice, thorough, and then always conscientious and considerate of my condition. I really liked him.

Jan 9, 2026
Very knowledgeable and trustworthy. Courtesy. Very kind.

Dec 17, 2025
Very knowledgeable of my condition.

Dec 15, 2025
He is a very professional person He cares for patients Work to help you understand what he is tell you

Nov 20, 2025
Very knowledgeable and courteous.

Nov 14, 2025
Dr Avelar is the best! He never makes me feel like I’m just a number, and he always explains every procedure he does and he always answers my questions.

Nov 7, 2025
He is so nice and he listens to you.

Nov 6, 2025
He is just a great doctor he explains everything to you professionally And he is very respectable and he spend time with his patients listening to what they have to say and responding back.

Nov 6, 2025
Patiently answered all my detailed questions. Explained areas of my care plan. Very pleasant doctor.

Nov 5, 2025
Very good Doctor in treating me with respect.

Oct 15, 2025
He shows concern and does not consult a computer while talking to his patient . I love how he uses his whiteboard, this is very good for a visual learner

Oct 6, 2025
He is the best cardiologist I could ever hope for he is on the cutting edge of cardiology! I almost laughed when he said I was in much better shape than when he first saw me. Since starting with Dr Avelar, he has sent me for by pass surgery tgat went great. I did get a post operative ileus that damn near killed me. ( seriously although tgey kept me pretty drugged up I recall some medical personnel use tge words regarding the ileus that it was life threatening, all I knew was the heart surgery was a piece of cake but I have never suffered so much as with the ileus. What I found funny was my aortic stenosis had moved from mild to moderate, got bradycardia requiring a pace maker, and what they call dual diastolic heart failure. To my simple mind in what world is that better since I had only been scented when I first saw Dr Avelar!However I feel great and have no angina , do not get out of breath, so maybe despite all the treatments InAM in better shape. It just struck me as funny. I want to give credit to Fernando who keeps me posted if any issue is detected and to Brian who monitors the pace maker.At some point I might have to ask Dr Avelar to write a letter to the GA DCA that emotional distress can exacerbate both the Bradycardia and the Afib. That has to do with an issue with the GA DCA regarding a program I was denied. The grant came from the Dept of Treasury and a part of the terms of the Grant state that ALL GRANTEES MUST FOLLOW ALL GUIDANCE FROM TREASURY. THE DCA has followed none of the guidance. They simply are not in compliance with the Grant , ERA2. I won’t bother you with the details but I have been under extreme emotional distress since I was wrongfully denied the ERA2 grant. Not getting that grant has ruined my already precarious financial situation. They are claiming I did not submit all the required documentation. I did but by email to my processor who told me he could not accept emailed documents , that all documents MUST go through the “ PORTAL” despite the word portal not existing on any DCA website. I had staffers from the Governor and my Congressman try to help but the all were given the same answer, I was denied for lack of documentation. I have a pro bono attorney, but I think I might do better presenting my case myself. I will have tge Attorney submit any documents demonstration the noncompliance. I don’t know where to get the blue covers that appear when legal papers are filed. My therapist has several diagnoses that qualify me for the ADA considerations. But tge DCA and DFacs bothe pay no attention to any federal rules or regulations. It will take e a while to build the case but having my doctors verify tge effect on a number of heart issues will play a big part in how I file tge suit and document my filing. I have been fighting this thing since 2022. I am not a quitter, I will fight this to my last breath. I do not lie cheat or steal and I do not tolerate those who do…especially to or about me.Sorry for the long message, the bottom line is tge ENTIRE Staff at O’conee heart and vascular is to be congratulated and have taken very good care of me.

Sep 18, 2025
Very Good......

Sep 15, 2025
Dr Avelar & his staff are always helpful.

Sep 11, 2025
Thank you!

Sep 10, 2025
I feel that Dr. Avelar is a very intelligent man ( I feel very lucky to have him as a Doctor) He also treats you with respect. He speaks so that you can understand what he is talking about and he also ask if you have any questions or is there anything you didn’t understand.

Sep 5, 2025
Dr Avelar is very knowledgeable and explains my health issues in a way I can understand and is willing to answer any questions or concerns I may have.

Sep 4, 2025
I like him very much. Very understanding and helpful

Sep 4, 2025
He explains things very well and quite clearly

Aug 28, 2025
Dr. Avelar, Fernando, and Brian are outstanding professionals in every sense of the word. They are extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and good listeners. They ask good questions, but also give you the time and space for you to ask questions and explain how you are feeling.

Aug 14, 2025
He cares and I am blessed to have him as my health provider.

Aug 6, 2025
Pleasant punctual office

Aug 4, 2025
Professional yet personable , immaculate jacket, found solutions or strategies I felt my needs were understood

Aug 4, 2025
Very thorough and thoughtful doctor!

Jul 30, 2025
Never rushing always asking and listening

Jul 17, 2025
Made us feel comfortable!

Jul 16, 2025
I am very polite with Dr. Avelar

Jul 14, 2025
Great experience.

Jul 14, 2025
My wife and I like him as a person. That matters.

Jul 3, 2025
dr avelar and his staff have always been courteous and kind

Jul 3, 2025
Very good heart doctor

Jun 23, 2025
Dr Avelar is a very professional and caring DR. My favorite in 68 years no one better!!

Jun 20, 2025
Please keep up the good work

Jun 18, 2025
Loved Dr. Avelar

May 12, 2025
Very thoughtful, asked me good questions, provided answers I could understand, helpful

May 9, 2025
Great place keep up the good work

May 1, 2025
Dr Eric Avelar is awesome he listens to what you have to say about yourself and he is caring.