Joel Wachs, MD
Specialties
Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiac Imaging
Education & Training
Doctor of Medicine
Office Locations
Expertise
About Joel Wachs, MD
Dr. Wachs received his medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago, after completing a six-year Bachelor of Science/Doctor of Medicine program. He completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Hospital in New York and completed his cardiology fellowship at the University of Chicago.
Dr. Wachs practiced cardiology in South Bend, Ind., from 1984 until 2004, where he was medical director of cardiology at Memorial Hospital. Since February 2004, he has been with Wellstar Medical Group, Cardiovascular Medicine where he serves as medical director. He is currently on staff at Wellstar Cobb, Douglas and Kennestone hospitals.
Dr. Wachs is a fellow of both the American College of Cardiology and the College of Chest Physicians. He is board certified in cardiovascular diseases and has a particular interest is congestive heart failure.
Specialties
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Cardiac Imaging
Education & Training
- Northwestern University Medical School
Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular
Hospital Affiliations
- Wellstar Cobb Hospital
- Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
- Wellstar Douglas Hospital
- Wellstar Paulding Hospital
- Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Languages spoken
- English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.9Based on 574 patient ratings
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Patient Reviews
5
I have total confidence in Dr. Wachs And his staff!
June 24, 2024
5
I really enjoy Dr Wachs looking over my numbers for me. He always answers all my questions in a non-condescending way. He even answers questions about issues other than cardiac. When my wife had a strange heart beat irregularity we immediately scheduled her with Dr Wachs.
June 24, 2024
5
The visit to see Cardiologist, Dr. Wachs was a caring and a professional experience. Appropriate test for EkG and other tests.
June 24, 2024
5
The staff was Very courteous, thorough, and informative Very relaxed and pleasant visit.
June 22, 2024
5
First and foremost, Dr Joel Wachs is an amazing human being; absolutely Lovely. He is also an outstanding doctor, I trust him, after God, with my life and health. He is the star in Wellstar!
June 22, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is a Master of the profession. He set out a course of recovery for me and the redults exceeded my expectations. He is not only an expert in his field of medicine, he has a warm and friendly bedside manner.
June 21, 2024
5
We love Dr. Wachs! He's caring and explains everything.
June 21, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs made this appointment happen! I am so grateful he is a kind, caring physician and was able to get me an appointment sooner to help me! He answered my questions and explained everything well. Carol the nurse was very nice and office staff also.
June 21, 2024
5
I throughly like Dr. Wachs knowledge and care he took during my visit and the recommendations.
June 14, 2024
5
As always, Dr. Wachs was very caring & a great listener. He answered my questions thoroughly & never seemed rushed. I am glad he's my Doctor!
June 14, 2024
5
Met my new Dr. Wachs and same day was dismissed by him. Could not have asked for a better visit.
June 13, 2024
5
IT WAS GREAT...THANKS DOC WACHS
June 15, 2024
5
Very good visit
June 9, 2024
5
The Provider makes me feel at ease to share my concerns. Also he take times to explain all my issues and he's a good listener.
June 7, 2024
5
Prompt-on schedule- knowledgeable- informative- helpful- caring- I like him
June 7, 2024
5
I felt comfortable and welcome and well taken care of when I saw the doctor, and also with his staff.
June 8, 2024
5
I'm an old retired engineer and like details before I make changes. Dr Wachs provided me with all for which I asked. Left me with a good understanding of what we were doing and why. Thanks!! ?
May 24, 2024
5
Dr Wachs is very thorough and I am very happy that my Dad is in his care.
May 24, 2024
5
I was very pleased nurse and Dr,
May 24, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs explained the cause for the change in my medication thoroughly.
May 23, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs oozes experience, professionalism & empathy.
May 19, 2024
5
My wife and I have been patients of Dr. Wachs for over ten years. We have total confidence in him and his concern for our health. He keeps our meds regulated to insure cholesterol and blood pressure stay on target. He is trustworthy and easy to talk to.
May 18, 2024
5
Everyone is so friendly & treat you like you are one of their family ! Very nice people. Love them all!
May 17, 2024
5
Dr Wachs is very thorough and personable. The tech was efficient but not as personable
May 16, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is the greatest.
May 15, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is a trusted, expert cardiologist. His recommendations have always been the most up-to-date and thorough. His staff always does a good, consistent assessment at the beginning of each visit. Highly recommend Dr. Wachs and his practice!
May 16, 2024
5
This practice and staff are very professional, very thorough, and have my most confidence. I would highly recommend them.
May 15, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs and the staff were excellent, courteous, and professional. Dr. Wachs took the time and answered all my questions
May 12, 2024
5
Dr Wachs and staff listen and respond in a caring and professional manner. I highly recommend Dr. Wachs!
May 11, 2024
5
The care was amazing and the doctor with his supporting staff made me feel seen and valued.
May 11, 2024
5
I have total confidence in Dr. Wachs And his staff!
June 24, 2024
5
I really enjoy Dr Wachs looking over my numbers for me. He always answers all my questions in a non-condescending way. He even answers questions about issues other than cardiac. When my wife had a strange heart beat irregularity we immediately scheduled her with Dr Wachs.
June 24, 2024
5
The visit to see Cardiologist, Dr. Wachs was a caring and a professional experience. Appropriate test for EkG and other tests.
June 24, 2024
5
The staff was Very courteous, thorough, and informative Very relaxed and pleasant visit.
June 22, 2024
5
First and foremost, Dr Joel Wachs is an amazing human being; absolutely Lovely. He is also an outstanding doctor, I trust him, after God, with my life and health. He is the star in Wellstar!
June 22, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is a Master of the profession. He set out a course of recovery for me and the redults exceeded my expectations. He is not only an expert in his field of medicine, he has a warm and friendly bedside manner.
June 21, 2024
5
We love Dr. Wachs! He's caring and explains everything.
June 21, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs made this appointment happen! I am so grateful he is a kind, caring physician and was able to get me an appointment sooner to help me! He answered my questions and explained everything well. Carol the nurse was very nice and office staff also.
June 21, 2024
5
I throughly like Dr. Wachs knowledge and care he took during my visit and the recommendations.
June 14, 2024
5
As always, Dr. Wachs was very caring & a great listener. He answered my questions thoroughly & never seemed rushed. I am glad he's my Doctor!
June 14, 2024
5
Met my new Dr. Wachs and same day was dismissed by him. Could not have asked for a better visit.
June 13, 2024
5
IT WAS GREAT...THANKS DOC WACHS
June 15, 2024
5
Very good visit
June 9, 2024
5
The Provider makes me feel at ease to share my concerns. Also he take times to explain all my issues and he's a good listener.
June 7, 2024
5
Prompt-on schedule- knowledgeable- informative- helpful- caring- I like him
June 7, 2024
5
I felt comfortable and welcome and well taken care of when I saw the doctor, and also with his staff.
June 8, 2024
5
I'm an old retired engineer and like details before I make changes. Dr Wachs provided me with all for which I asked. Left me with a good understanding of what we were doing and why. Thanks!! ?
May 24, 2024
5
Dr Wachs is very thorough and I am very happy that my Dad is in his care.
May 24, 2024
5
I was very pleased nurse and Dr,
May 24, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs explained the cause for the change in my medication thoroughly.
May 23, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs oozes experience, professionalism & empathy.
May 19, 2024
5
My wife and I have been patients of Dr. Wachs for over ten years. We have total confidence in him and his concern for our health. He keeps our meds regulated to insure cholesterol and blood pressure stay on target. He is trustworthy and easy to talk to.
May 18, 2024
5
Everyone is so friendly & treat you like you are one of their family ! Very nice people. Love them all!
May 17, 2024
5
Dr Wachs is very thorough and personable. The tech was efficient but not as personable
May 16, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is the greatest.
May 15, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is a trusted, expert cardiologist. His recommendations have always been the most up-to-date and thorough. His staff always does a good, consistent assessment at the beginning of each visit. Highly recommend Dr. Wachs and his practice!
May 16, 2024
5
This practice and staff are very professional, very thorough, and have my most confidence. I would highly recommend them.
May 15, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs and the staff were excellent, courteous, and professional. Dr. Wachs took the time and answered all my questions
May 12, 2024
5
Dr Wachs and staff listen and respond in a caring and professional manner. I highly recommend Dr. Wachs!
May 11, 2024
5
The care was amazing and the doctor with his supporting staff made me feel seen and valued.
May 11, 2024
5
I have total confidence in Dr. Wachs And his staff!
June 24, 2024
5
I really enjoy Dr Wachs looking over my numbers for me. He always answers all my questions in a non-condescending way. He even answers questions about issues other than cardiac. When my wife had a strange heart beat irregularity we immediately scheduled her with Dr Wachs.
June 24, 2024
5
The visit to see Cardiologist, Dr. Wachs was a caring and a professional experience. Appropriate test for EkG and other tests.
June 24, 2024
5
The staff was Very courteous, thorough, and informative Very relaxed and pleasant visit.
June 22, 2024
5
First and foremost, Dr Joel Wachs is an amazing human being; absolutely Lovely. He is also an outstanding doctor, I trust him, after God, with my life and health. He is the star in Wellstar!
June 22, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is a Master of the profession. He set out a course of recovery for me and the redults exceeded my expectations. He is not only an expert in his field of medicine, he has a warm and friendly bedside manner.
June 21, 2024
5
We love Dr. Wachs! He's caring and explains everything.
June 21, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs made this appointment happen! I am so grateful he is a kind, caring physician and was able to get me an appointment sooner to help me! He answered my questions and explained everything well. Carol the nurse was very nice and office staff also.
June 21, 2024
5
I throughly like Dr. Wachs knowledge and care he took during my visit and the recommendations.
June 14, 2024
5
As always, Dr. Wachs was very caring & a great listener. He answered my questions thoroughly & never seemed rushed. I am glad he's my Doctor!
June 14, 2024
5
Met my new Dr. Wachs and same day was dismissed by him. Could not have asked for a better visit.
June 13, 2024
5
IT WAS GREAT...THANKS DOC WACHS
June 15, 2024
5
Very good visit
June 9, 2024
5
The Provider makes me feel at ease to share my concerns. Also he take times to explain all my issues and he's a good listener.
June 7, 2024
5
Prompt-on schedule- knowledgeable- informative- helpful- caring- I like him
June 7, 2024
5
I felt comfortable and welcome and well taken care of when I saw the doctor, and also with his staff.
June 8, 2024
5
I'm an old retired engineer and like details before I make changes. Dr Wachs provided me with all for which I asked. Left me with a good understanding of what we were doing and why. Thanks!! ?
May 24, 2024
5
Dr Wachs is very thorough and I am very happy that my Dad is in his care.
May 24, 2024
5
I was very pleased nurse and Dr,
May 24, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs explained the cause for the change in my medication thoroughly.
May 23, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs oozes experience, professionalism & empathy.
May 19, 2024
5
My wife and I have been patients of Dr. Wachs for over ten years. We have total confidence in him and his concern for our health. He keeps our meds regulated to insure cholesterol and blood pressure stay on target. He is trustworthy and easy to talk to.
May 18, 2024
5
Everyone is so friendly & treat you like you are one of their family ! Very nice people. Love them all!
May 17, 2024
5
Dr Wachs is very thorough and personable. The tech was efficient but not as personable
May 16, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is the greatest.
May 15, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is a trusted, expert cardiologist. His recommendations have always been the most up-to-date and thorough. His staff always does a good, consistent assessment at the beginning of each visit. Highly recommend Dr. Wachs and his practice!
May 16, 2024
5
This practice and staff are very professional, very thorough, and have my most confidence. I would highly recommend them.
May 15, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs and the staff were excellent, courteous, and professional. Dr. Wachs took the time and answered all my questions
May 12, 2024
5
Dr Wachs and staff listen and respond in a caring and professional manner. I highly recommend Dr. Wachs!
May 11, 2024
5
The care was amazing and the doctor with his supporting staff made me feel seen and valued.
May 11, 2024
5
I have total confidence in Dr. Wachs And his staff!
June 24, 2024
5
The visit to see Cardiologist, Dr. Wachs was a caring and a professional experience. Appropriate test for EkG and other tests.
June 24, 2024
5
I really enjoy Dr Wachs looking over my numbers for me. He always answers all my questions in a non-condescending way. He even answers questions about issues other than cardiac. When my wife had a strange heart beat irregularity we immediately scheduled her with Dr Wachs.
June 24, 2024
5
The staff was Very courteous, thorough, and informative Very relaxed and pleasant visit.
June 22, 2024
5
First and foremost, Dr Joel Wachs is an amazing human being; absolutely Lovely. He is also an outstanding doctor, I trust him, after God, with my life and health. He is the star in Wellstar!
June 22, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs made this appointment happen! I am so grateful he is a kind, caring physician and was able to get me an appointment sooner to help me! He answered my questions and explained everything well. Carol the nurse was very nice and office staff also.
June 21, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is a Master of the profession. He set out a course of recovery for me and the redults exceeded my expectations. He is not only an expert in his field of medicine, he has a warm and friendly bedside manner.
June 21, 2024
5
We love Dr. Wachs! He's caring and explains everything.
June 21, 2024
5
IT WAS GREAT...THANKS DOC WACHS
June 15, 2024
5
I throughly like Dr. Wachs knowledge and care he took during my visit and the recommendations.
June 14, 2024
5
As always, Dr. Wachs was very caring & a great listener. He answered my questions thoroughly & never seemed rushed. I am glad he's my Doctor!
June 14, 2024
5
Met my new Dr. Wachs and same day was dismissed by him. Could not have asked for a better visit.
June 13, 2024
5
Very good visit
June 9, 2024
5
I felt comfortable and welcome and well taken care of when I saw the doctor, and also with his staff.
June 8, 2024
5
The Provider makes me feel at ease to share my concerns. Also he take times to explain all my issues and he's a good listener.
June 7, 2024
5
Prompt-on schedule- knowledgeable- informative- helpful- caring- I like him
June 7, 2024
5
I'm an old retired engineer and like details before I make changes. Dr Wachs provided me with all for which I asked. Left me with a good understanding of what we were doing and why. Thanks!! ?
May 24, 2024
5
Dr Wachs is very thorough and I am very happy that my Dad is in his care.
May 24, 2024
5
I was very pleased nurse and Dr,
May 24, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs explained the cause for the change in my medication thoroughly.
May 23, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs oozes experience, professionalism & empathy.
May 19, 2024
5
My wife and I have been patients of Dr. Wachs for over ten years. We have total confidence in him and his concern for our health. He keeps our meds regulated to insure cholesterol and blood pressure stay on target. He is trustworthy and easy to talk to.
May 18, 2024
5
Everyone is so friendly & treat you like you are one of their family ! Very nice people. Love them all!
May 17, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is a trusted, expert cardiologist. His recommendations have always been the most up-to-date and thorough. His staff always does a good, consistent assessment at the beginning of each visit. Highly recommend Dr. Wachs and his practice!
May 16, 2024
5
Dr Wachs is very thorough and personable. The tech was efficient but not as personable
May 16, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is the greatest.
May 15, 2024
5
This practice and staff are very professional, very thorough, and have my most confidence. I would highly recommend them.
May 15, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs and the staff were excellent, courteous, and professional. Dr. Wachs took the time and answered all my questions
May 12, 2024
5
Dr Wachs and staff listen and respond in a caring and professional manner. I highly recommend Dr. Wachs!
May 11, 2024
5
The care was amazing and the doctor with his supporting staff made me feel seen and valued.
May 11, 2024
5
The care was amazing and the doctor with his supporting staff made me feel seen and valued.
May 11, 2024
5
Dr Wachs and staff listen and respond in a caring and professional manner. I highly recommend Dr. Wachs!
May 11, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs and the staff were excellent, courteous, and professional. Dr. Wachs took the time and answered all my questions
May 12, 2024
5
This practice and staff are very professional, very thorough, and have my most confidence. I would highly recommend them.
May 15, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is the greatest.
May 15, 2024
5
Dr Wachs is very thorough and personable. The tech was efficient but not as personable
May 16, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is a trusted, expert cardiologist. His recommendations have always been the most up-to-date and thorough. His staff always does a good, consistent assessment at the beginning of each visit. Highly recommend Dr. Wachs and his practice!
May 16, 2024
5
Everyone is so friendly & treat you like you are one of their family ! Very nice people. Love them all!
May 17, 2024
5
My wife and I have been patients of Dr. Wachs for over ten years. We have total confidence in him and his concern for our health. He keeps our meds regulated to insure cholesterol and blood pressure stay on target. He is trustworthy and easy to talk to.
May 18, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs oozes experience, professionalism & empathy.
May 19, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs explained the cause for the change in my medication thoroughly.
May 23, 2024
5
I was very pleased nurse and Dr,
May 24, 2024
5
Dr Wachs is very thorough and I am very happy that my Dad is in his care.
May 24, 2024
5
I'm an old retired engineer and like details before I make changes. Dr Wachs provided me with all for which I asked. Left me with a good understanding of what we were doing and why. Thanks!! ?
May 24, 2024
5
Prompt-on schedule- knowledgeable- informative- helpful- caring- I like him
June 7, 2024
5
The Provider makes me feel at ease to share my concerns. Also he take times to explain all my issues and he's a good listener.
June 7, 2024
5
I felt comfortable and welcome and well taken care of when I saw the doctor, and also with his staff.
June 8, 2024
5
Very good visit
June 9, 2024
5
Met my new Dr. Wachs and same day was dismissed by him. Could not have asked for a better visit.
June 13, 2024
5
As always, Dr. Wachs was very caring & a great listener. He answered my questions thoroughly & never seemed rushed. I am glad he's my Doctor!
June 14, 2024
5
I throughly like Dr. Wachs knowledge and care he took during my visit and the recommendations.
June 14, 2024
5
IT WAS GREAT...THANKS DOC WACHS
June 15, 2024
5
We love Dr. Wachs! He's caring and explains everything.
June 21, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs is a Master of the profession. He set out a course of recovery for me and the redults exceeded my expectations. He is not only an expert in his field of medicine, he has a warm and friendly bedside manner.
June 21, 2024
5
Dr. Wachs made this appointment happen! I am so grateful he is a kind, caring physician and was able to get me an appointment sooner to help me! He answered my questions and explained everything well. Carol the nurse was very nice and office staff also.
June 21, 2024
5
First and foremost, Dr Joel Wachs is an amazing human being; absolutely Lovely. He is also an outstanding doctor, I trust him, after God, with my life and health. He is the star in Wellstar!
June 22, 2024
5
The staff was Very courteous, thorough, and informative Very relaxed and pleasant visit.
June 22, 2024
5
I really enjoy Dr Wachs looking over my numbers for me. He always answers all my questions in a non-condescending way. He even answers questions about issues other than cardiac. When my wife had a strange heart beat irregularity we immediately scheduled her with Dr Wachs.
June 24, 2024
5
The visit to see Cardiologist, Dr. Wachs was a caring and a professional experience. Appropriate test for EkG and other tests.
June 24, 2024
5
I have total confidence in Dr. Wachs And his staff!
June 24, 2024
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Joel Wachs, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Specialist with Wellstar since 2003
Rating
4.9
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Specialties
Cardiovascular Disease
, Cardiac Imaging
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
Northwestern University Medical School
Residency
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Fellowship
University of Chicago Hospitals
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular
Spoken Languages
English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Cobb Hospital Wellstar Kennestone Hospital Wellstar Douglas Hospital Wellstar Paulding Hospital Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Office Locations
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www.wellstar.org/physicians/joel-wachs-md
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