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John Walter Layher Jr, MD

John Walter Layher Jr, MD

Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5 (271 ratings)

Provider Groups

  • St. Mary's Medical Group

Primary Contact

706-389-3440
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups

  • St. Mary's Medical Group

Primary Contact
706-389-3440
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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Internal Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Oconee Heart & Vascular Center - Greensboro

1110 Commerce Dr
Ste 108
Greensboro , GA 30642

706-389-3440 View Details

Oconee Heart and Vascular Center

2470 Daniells Bridge Rd
Bldg 200 Ste 251
Athens , GA 30606

706-389-3440 View Details

About

Dr. Layher received his Bachelor of Science degree with cum laude honors in 1986 and Master of Science degree in 1987, both from Indiana State University. He received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1991 and was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Dr. Layher completed his Internal Medicine residency at Vanderbilt University in 1994. Dr. Layher went on to complete his fellowship training in Cardiology at Indiana University School of Medicine’s Krannert Institute of Cardiology in 1997.

Dr. Layher is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Cardiovascular Disease and holds numerous other subspecialty certifications including Nuclear Cardiology, Echocardiography, Cardiac CT imaging, as well as Pacemaker and Defibrillator placement. He is a certified Cardiac Device Specialist and member of the Heart Rhythm Society. Dr. Layher is also a member of the Society of Cardiovascular CT, The American Society of Echocardiography, American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, and a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology.

Dr. Layher is a founding member of Oconee Heart and Vascular Center and serves as Vice President of Cardiac Services for St. Mary’s Medical Group and Oconee Heart and Vascular Center. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine and Cardiology Subspecialty Director for the Internal Medicine Residency Program, a joint effort of the GRU/UGA Medical Partnership and St. Mary’s Health Care System.

Conditions Treated

  • Cardiology

Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Medical School:
Indiana University School of Medicine

Internship:
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Fellowship:
Indiana University

Board Certifications

Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine

Provider Groups

St. Mary's Medical Group

Provider Ratings

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. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(271 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

208 Reviews

10/21/2024

Very good patient experience

10/09/2024

Very comfortable experience

10/08/2024

We residents are very lucky and proud to have this provider at Lake Oconee.

10/08/2024

Thank you all for being so professional and helping with a smile means a lot

10/07/2024

Dr Lather is an excellent physician, and his extra care was lifesaving for me.

10/03/2024

Very satisfied with my visit

10/01/2024

The entire practice is very professional and kind.

09/30/2024

OUTSTANDING service to this OLD GENT. from DR. LAYHER and other Ofiice Staff members.,

09/26/2024

The best

09/17/2024

Exceptional

09/16/2024

I hope that Dr Layher and his team stay together for a very long time!

09/09/2024

Zero complaints. Good experience.

08/22/2024

Excellent doctor and staff

08/15/2024

Again, I feel very good about Dr. Layer and his ability to diagnose and treat me.

08/13/2024

Dr. Layher and his entire staff are the best!!!

08/12/2024

Everyone is great.

08/06/2024

I feel cared for!

08/06/2024

Very kind and listened to our concerns. He was very thorough

07/23/2024

The entire team is friendly, knowledgeable and efficient.

07/18/2024

Thank you for taking good care of us..

05/03/2024

The doctor's attention to detail and understanding my issues with superior guidance that has helped to improve my health along with my well-being.

05/02/2024

Went in to pick up my prescription at Publix and it hasn't been called in yet. (24 hours later)

05/02/2024

i wouldn't change anything

04/30/2024

I have always had a good experience with this provider.

04/22/2024

I just wish all doctors and staff were as great as doctor Layher.

04/19/2024

He explained several key facets of my blood work

04/15/2024

Excellent appt with Dr John Layher

04/09/2024

I have recommended Dr. Layher to all my friends!

04/08/2024

Dr. Layher is the BEST DOCTOR!!!

04/04/2024

Thank you

04/02/2024

Good

04/02/2024

Excellent bedside manner

04/01/2024

Felt a little rushed.

03/21/2024

Awesome

03/15/2024

simply the best

03/15/2024

Great experience

03/14/2024

I’m good,thanks

03/14/2024

We are grateful for getting an appointment, being listened to and feeling as if the providers were looking to move on to the next patient, and for recieving a proactive treatment plan to search for answers to my current issues.

03/12/2024

No complaints or concerns!

03/11/2024

Always an excellent job.

03/08/2024

All was good

03/07/2024

Trust me if I had complaints I would voice! None.

03/01/2024

I was very much pleased.

02/26/2024

I believe Dr Layher cares for patients. I think he actually reads my charts. Hè is great!

02/26/2024

Excellent as always

02/22/2024

I have had several visits in the last 3 years and all have been very good.

02/22/2024

Nice services

02/22/2024

very good

02/16/2024

There have been no negatives with this provider. Everything has been exceptional.

02/12/2024

After my ECG & discussion with Dr Layher I rest assured my heart is in good shape!

02/06/2024

Took the time to call me later in the day to discuss a few more items

02/01/2024

I appreciate everyone I have encountered at this practice

01/29/2024

Dr Layher has always been extremely professional and helpful

01/29/2024

Very pleased

01/17/2024

I left the office and texted my husband to say, "I'm in LOVE with Dr. Layher."

01/16/2024

They did what they were suppose to do.

01/11/2024

Very attentive and knowledgeable

01/02/2024

Keep up what you are doing for me and do for others the same

01/02/2024

I'm always treated with respect.

12/29/2023

hope he remains here as long as I am able to be his patient

12/08/2023

preparing for Car T Cell Therapy & Dr was great explaining his position and support.

12/07/2023

Jennifer is great too!

12/04/2023

Jennifer and Dr. Layher are awesome!

11/28/2023

We followed him from Athens because we feel he is an excellent doctor an worth driving the extra miles to remain his patients!

11/12/2023

Thanks.

11/10/2023

This practice is a class act. It’s one year out since my procedure and the follow up care is comforting and through!

11/08/2023

Wonderful group of folks!

11/04/2023

Very efficient.

11/03/2023

Dr. Layher not only brings an engaging presence to the encounter, he is a problem solver who is concerned about needless interventions but wants to have the necessary studies to provide the data needed for a care plan.

11/01/2023

Very good visit

10/26/2023

Very pleased!

10/24/2023

Did not take me seriously

10/23/2023

I like this doctor and hope I will be able to keep him next year after I turn 65 and on Medicare.

10/20/2023

Personal approach to my care

10/19/2023

We are planning/scheduling test to check my heart because I haven't seen a Cardiologist in years.

10/18/2023

Doctor and nurse PA were good with helpful suggestions on my health issues.

10/17/2023

very professional

10/17/2023

Everything was wonderful

10/04/2023

Dr. Layher is most helpful

09/29/2023

I would recommend them to anyone

09/20/2023

really a super group

09/19/2023

I felt like the provider was a caring very knowledgeable doctor

09/19/2023

Very satisfied

09/18/2023

Very Good

09/17/2023

I’m grateful to have this team caring for me!

09/12/2023

From the moment I arrived...and after meeting the medical staff...especally Dr Layher I knew I made the right decidio to choose Dr. Layher and the SMMG OHVC Greensboro location for my cardiolgy care.

09/10/2023

Very pleased with care.

09/06/2023

Excellent Dr as well as staff.

09/05/2023

Excellent

09/02/2023

i wouldnt change anything

09/01/2023

Time to make sure i understood everything

09/01/2023

Utmost trust in Dr Layher. Have known him “forever” with many family members

08/26/2023

As a firstime visitor to Dr Layer I was very impressed with the time he spent with me explaining a lot of things that I had not been told to me before.

08/24/2023

Made me feel safe in a very scary situation

08/22/2023

Very good visit to the dr.

08/16/2023

I like Dr Layher so much that when he moved his office from Athens to Greensboro I kept him as my primary heart Dr. Even though it added an hour to my commute to drive to the new location. I feel he is literally the best in his field of study. He is in the top 5 of my favorite doctors throughout my entire life.

08/16/2023

Very friendly and caring

08/15/2023

I would recimmend tgis office to anyine rhat needs a specialists

08/15/2023

Provider explains your condition very well and quite thorough.

08/15/2023

My provider is thoroughly, caring, and personal.

08/15/2023

Pleased to be under Dr Layher and his staff’s care.

08/13/2023

all is good.

08/11/2023

My experience was excellent ,explained all details

08/11/2023

Prompt and professional in all aspects.

08/10/2023

Excellent service. Would highly recommend all involved in my visit

07/28/2023

This is the best practice that I use. They are far and above any other doctor practice I have contact with.

07/26/2023

Excellent provider and staff

07/26/2023

I hope this provider continue to provide this level of care for his patients for a very, very long time!!!

07/26/2023

Everything was In A respectful manner and in order.

07/25/2023

Excellent

07/23/2023

A great staff and very helpful

07/08/2023

Always excellent care.

07/05/2023

I have not been happy with my past provider but I felt like this is going to be a better match for me.

07/01/2023

Dr. Layher is proactive for my health needs

07/01/2023

All Very Good

06/30/2023

Dr. Layher is exceptionally good at explaining cardiology issues.

06/29/2023

St. Mary's has the best of everything!

06/24/2023

good listener

06/15/2023

Took time and did not rush

06/13/2023

I have already recommended him to a friend who booked an appointment

06/12/2023

Truly outstanding in every respect.

06/08/2023

I love coming to this doctors office. They are very friendly and care about their patients. Lisa at the front desk is my favorite.

06/08/2023

I find that the medical staff at St. Mary's Hospital is the finest in the Country!

06/05/2023

I wish people could answer their phones, it's very frustrating to have to sit and wait for return calls, sometimes many hours. He is a heart doctor and usually the patients are scared and concerned.

06/02/2023

Best in town! He also trains his support team to be as he is.

05/26/2023

Great visit frim check in to check out.

05/24/2023

I feel in meeting Dr. Layher l can trust him. I felt very comfortable with him.

05/24/2023

I feel deceived

05/24/2023

Met all expectations

05/21/2023

Good staff

05/21/2023

Overall very positive interaction with provider and staff.

05/20/2023

I look forward to my next visit to ensure my best health

05/19/2023

Good visit!

05/16/2023

Very knowledgeable and caring

05/16/2023

Dr. Layer listened to me and gave clear explanations to my questions. I always feel that I have his undivided attention, and he always gives clear and understandable answers to my questions/concerns.

05/13/2023

We love this office. Dr. Layher and his staff are always so friendly, helpful, and professional.

05/10/2023

Excellent care

05/07/2023

Everyone that I dealt with were super with Dr. Layher being the best.

05/06/2023

Wonderful experience

05/04/2023

Outstand medical service with excellent reseption, support staff and medical expertise.

04/29/2023

Minimal wait time/ great service/ wonderful advice

04/28/2023

Great experience

04/26/2023

I would recommend them

04/25/2023

Dr Layher spent a lot of time with us and thoroughly answered all of our questions in terms that we could understand.

04/19/2023

Overall pleasef

04/19/2023

Very pleased

04/18/2023

Also feel that I had a quality and thorough visit.

04/18/2023

Friendly, efficient, clear communications

04/14/2023

I have complete respect and confidence in Dr Layher.

04/13/2023

A very good experience.

04/07/2023

Great

04/06/2023

I was very impressed with his knowledge.

04/05/2023

Thank you

04/03/2023

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

04/03/2023

I am very happy I was in their hands.

04/02/2023

Terrific cardiologist.

03/31/2023

As good as it gets!

03/30/2023

I'm very happy with the services I received

03/26/2023

Very informative

03/26/2023

Dr Layher is a very good Dr with a wonderful bedside manner Have referred lots of people to him all of which have been very glad Need more Doctors like him

03/24/2023

I always feel like they care

03/23/2023

Great JOB

03/23/2023

Very nice

03/20/2023

When I leave their office, I always feel that I’m in good hands.

03/19/2023

All went well!

03/18/2023

This provider is very professional and knowledgeable with an excellent way of making comfortable and while patiently explaining what's going on with your health and what can be done to help.

03/18/2023

They were very patience and explain every procedure.

03/10/2023

great location

03/10/2023

Lake Oconee is VERY fortunate to have Dr. Layher. I trust him with my heart and my life! !

03/07/2023

They are the best

03/05/2023

Excellent

03/03/2023

Always tell me the truth

03/03/2023

Excellent experience.

02/27/2023

Your best cardiologist!

02/26/2023

Very healthful and greatful

02/26/2023

As excellent as possible

02/24/2023

he and staff very efficient and good

02/24/2023

ofiice staff alao very attentive and helpful

02/23/2023

Very good experience

02/23/2023

Thankfull to have him as a provider

02/19/2023

On time and professional

02/18/2023

I am thankful for such good care.

02/06/2023

Staff and Dr. Layher always concerned and provide easy to understand solutions

02/05/2023

Both the doctor and his P.A. were very good.

02/04/2023

I am blessed to live so close to such a quality hospital.

02/03/2023

Would visit again

01/31/2023

Very attentive

01/28/2023

The BEST

01/28/2023

He was very friendly and explained everything so I could understand

01/27/2023

All the Dr.'s were good and took time to explain things. I appreciate that

01/20/2023

Great customer services

01/19/2023

Always can trust my health needs with my Dr.

01/17/2023

Dr. Layher is very patient, professional, thorough, and personable.

01/16/2023

Check in was efficient, nurse was efficient, I did not wait more than 5 minutes for Dr. Layher.

01/15/2023

Dr. Layher and his staff are top drawer.

01/14/2023

Straightforward.

01/08/2023

I feel like I was examined thoroughly for my visit and feel comfortable with the outcome.

01/06/2023

Very knowledgeable

12/30/2022

They even gave me a birthday card and sang Happy birthday tyey are GREAT

12/23/2022

Dr. Layher and his staff are always on top of their game.

12/20/2022

I have confidence in Dr. Layher in his knowledge, ability and skills

12/10/2022

Dr Layher and his staff are very knowledgeable and make you feel you got the best medical care available.

12/09/2022

Extremely grateful for the care

12/09/2022

all very pleasant

12/02/2022

I feel very comfortable with them. I was very nervous to start with, but they made me feel relaxed.

12/01/2022

Good visit.

12/01/2022

Loved Cat Scan dept. very well trained, feel safe!

11/21/2022

I feel that everyone is concerned and takes time to really listen to me. I always leave feeling that I have received excellent care.
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