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Dr. Rama Garimella, MD

Dr. Rama Garimella, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Rama Garimella, MD is a cardiologist in Cary, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Garimella has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES / RANGARAYA MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1988. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Rex Hospital and WakeMed Cary Hospital. She is not accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 56 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (56 reviews)

Practice

300 Keisler Dr Ste 204 Cary, NC 27518
(919) 233-0059

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Garimella is affiliated with Rex Hospital Raleigh, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Garimella specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Garimella's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Garimella

4.6
56 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Disappointed in Dr. Garimella
My appointment was at 430p, she finally saw me at 535p, she rushed me through the appointment because it was her last one, I guess. I did not feel valued or cared for. She walked over to me and just started pulling up my shirt, no warning, did not ask if I felt comfortable with her doing that, just started pulling on my shirt to listen to different areas. There was another person in the room, she did not introduce them or ask me if I cared if they were there. When I was leaving, I heard her tell that person that they could leave now, as if she was finished, which made me think again that she was rushing. Moving over to Duke Cardiology. She lost me.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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P. Burgan – Apr 12, 2024
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Great cardiologist
Dr Garamella is a wonder caring and compassionate Dr. She was able to diagnose what was going on with me and treatment is working! Love her nurse aide Michael- he always calms me down and is great to talk to- very intelligent young man! Great team!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carol – Sep 02, 2023
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Knowledgeable and Caring
Dr Garimella has always given me the best of care she is both knowledgeable and attentive . She takes time to answer any questions I might have about my care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Paula Crane – Jul 27, 2022
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Rushing through the process
She didn’t explain things well because she was rushing out of the room. Doctors like this see patients as money not as humans
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Kudu – Jun 27, 2022
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Excellent
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Fuquay varina, NC – Feb 11, 2019
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Dr. Garimella is an excellent doctor. She took care of my 100 year old mother and now she is taking care of me. I would highly recommend her to anyone. She takes time to listen to your concerns, and makes you feel comfortable. Cares about you as a person and a patient. Very knowledgeable Awesome doctor. If I could I would give her 10 stars .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Venita Featherstone in Garner, NC – Nov 08, 2018
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Great doctor. I am very satisfied.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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cary, NC – Oct 04, 2018
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Dr Garimella has been my cardiologist for 11 years and I have nothing but praise and the utmost respect to offer her. She is always extremely approachable and does listen to all concerns... I recommend her to everyone . Having been a Registered nurse for 50 years and having a complex cardiac condition I feel qualified to pass on my experience with her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Diane West in Holly Springs – Feb 02, 2018
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My husband, brother and I are her patients. She explains everything so that you completely understand your treatment and options. She is very thorough and caring. I would highly recommend her!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Cary, NC – Jan 04, 2017
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I would very much recommend her
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Judy hannah in Angier, NC – May 04, 2016
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Simply the best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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David Burdine in Holly Springs, NC – Apr 21, 2016
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I called on late night hotline with terrible symptoms after taking new medication. . She was rude uncaring unprofessional.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2016
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She was through and i knowledgeable. I felt safe trusting her with my dad who had Alzheimer's. She was on top of all his needs. I know many cardiologist in the area....I would choose her every time
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Gary phillips/ Donna Diaz in Cary – Feb 13, 2016
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One word. Rude.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Dec 28, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

As a cardiologist I beleive in Preventive and evidence based care. I want to make sure patients feel informed and comfortable.I believe in minimizing unneeded interventions and maximizing self reliance on good diet and exercise to achieve the best...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Wayne State Univerity

    Fellowship Hospital, 1998

  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Umdnj-rw Johnson Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Medical School

    Undergraduate School, 1988

  • University Of Health Sciences / Rangaraya Medical College

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Locations

Practice

Cary Cardiology PA300 Keisler Dr Ste 204 Cary, NC 27518
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:45pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:45pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:45pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:45pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:45pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office145 Tilghman Dr Dunn, NC 28334
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WakeMed Cary Hospital1900 Kildaire Farm Rd Cary, NC 27518
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Practice

WakeMed Raleigh Campus3000 New Bern Ave Raleigh, NC 27610
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Rex Hospital

    4420 Lake Boone Trl
    Raleigh, NC 27607
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • WakeMed Cary Hospital

    1900 Kildaire Farm Rd
    Cary, NC 27518
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • WakeMed Raleigh Campus

    3000 New Bern Ave
    Raleigh, NC 27610
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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