Kent Nilsson, Jr., MD
Cardiology, Electrophysiology
Piedmont Heart of Athens
242 King Avenue, Suite 210
Athens, GA 30606 Directions
4.7 out of 5
1,437 verified ratings
1,437 Ratings, 322 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.
Nov 15, 2025
I didn't meet with Dr. Nilsson. I had an echo.
Oct 25, 2025
He explained my test results and explained what he could do to improve my heart performance.
Oct 7, 2025
He was friendly and very knowledgeable
Oct 7, 2025
He is a very nice, knowledgeable doctor.
Sep 26, 2025
Dr. Neillson. Was great
Sep 25, 2025
I am satisfied with Dr Nielsen. I had a phone meeting scheduled with him at 3 o’clock and he called at four but we had a very good visit on the phone.
Sep 25, 2025
He did an excellent job. He m completed my ablation with no complications and it was very successful.
Sep 24, 2025
He and a team fixed my heart and he made sure I was informed but not in terror. I appreciate his professionalism
Sep 24, 2025
He was very nice and seem like he wasn't in a hurry to rush you through
Sep 11, 2025
Everything went well
Sep 10, 2025
Very good…extremely intelligent physician who knew the details of my cardiac history
Sep 10, 2025
Dr nilsson took time to explain things to me.VEry happy with my heath care family.
Sep 10, 2025
He is outstanding
Sep 5, 2025
Dr. Nilsson performed the phone interview thoroughly and professionally. All questions were answered clearly. His comments were both professional and courteous.
Aug 30, 2025
Dr Nilsson thoroughly explained test results and medication.
Jul 30, 2025
Great
Jul 25, 2025
It went real good
Jul 25, 2025
Dr. Nilsson was great.
Jul 25, 2025
Caring and listens well.
Jul 24, 2025
Very thorough and explains patient options to meet specific needs.
Jul 22, 2025
Been under Dr Nilsson’s care for 3+ years and I am confident in his medical expertise. He is attentive and helpful re my questions and concerns.
Jul 11, 2025
Very knowledgeable
Jul 11, 2025
I enjoyed our visit and he was very friendly and listened to all my concerns. Great Doc!
Jul 11, 2025
Telephone meeting. Went well. He is fantastic.
Jul 9, 2025
Real nice and explained everything where I could understand
Jun 19, 2025
He explained all about what was going on to be done.
Jun 17, 2025
Very good
May 26, 2025
Dr. Kent really cares about his patients and makes sure that they fully understands their medical needs.
May 11, 2025
Dr Nilsson has always provided me the information and care that made me healthier. Through complicated symptoms and conditions that confused me and frightened, he was steady, gave me information to understand what was happening AND provided care that kept me alive. I am grateful Dr Nilsson came into my life.
May 8, 2025
Could not have been better.
May 8, 2025
Excellent
May 7, 2025
He seemed concerned in wanting to fix the problem answered all the questions where you could understand them.
May 7, 2025
Excellent physician.
May 7, 2025
Friendly, provided patient centered care and was genuinely interested in my overall well being.
Apr 12, 2025
Very personable and able to explain recommended treatment in layman's terms.
Apr 11, 2025
Very knowledgeable and professional.
Apr 11, 2025
Professional/understanding
Apr 11, 2025
First time meeting him. He made me feel comfortable understand my needs,
Apr 10, 2025
First time seeing him today. Seems like a great doctor. Answered our questions about pacemaker and arrhythmia and the recommended course of action.
Apr 4, 2025
He seemed knowledgeable and was kind. We were on the same page.
Apr 3, 2025
Nilsson was helpful, kind, and informative.
Apr 2, 2025
Very informative, answered all my questions.
Apr 2, 2025
I guess I already said that I admire him very much. He’s very good doctor. He hands on he lets you know what’s happening and what could happen so I would recommend him without hesitation.
Apr 2, 2025
He is always so knowledgeable, so courteous. I am so thankful to have him as my Dr.
Mar 20, 2025
He was very professional and he explained to me my options I had and did not pressure me to make a decision today
Mar 20, 2025
I am a new patient. He answered all my questions. Dr. Nilsson is a caring doctor. He's the best!
Mar 19, 2025
Like I said, he explained things well and I was very comfortable with him.
Mar 19, 2025
Excellent manor. And took time to discuss a lot of information
Mar 7, 2025
Terrific! I value his work and his opinion.
Mar 4, 2025
Very informative and professional