Patrick Douglas Willis

Patrick Douglas Willis, MD

Interventional Cardiology, Cardiology

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

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Cardiology

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Oconee Heart & Vascular Center

1500 Oglethorpe Ave
Ste 3700
Athens, GA 30606

View hours
Monday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:30am - 1:00pm
Oconee Heart & Vascular Center

Additional Resources

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
Augusta University (2004)

Residency:
Emory University Hospital (Internal Medicine) (2007)

Fellowship:
Emory University Hospital (Interventional Cardiology) (2011)

Board Certifications

Interventional Cardiology, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty Interventional Cardiology (2011)

Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty Cardiovascular Disease (2010)

Cardiology, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty Cardiovascular Disease (2010)

Provider Groups

St. Mary's Medical Group

Medical Group

THMG

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

(503 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.

118 Reviews

06/29/2026

In the OR, his team are as well trained as soldiers, each one disciplined and ready to perform her/his role. His apparent leadership and command of the theater relates calm and trust to the patient.

03/19/2026

He is the Best!

03/12/2026

I appreciate the feeling of caring and concern that Dr. Willis and staff gave me.

03/05/2026

Very communicative & informative; took his time explaining things to me.

03/03/2026

Dr.Willis is a good Dr he gives you time to ask questions and he cares about giving you a answer to your question I give him a : 10 for his services

03/02/2026

Doctor Patrick is pleasant, knowledgeable and a straight shooter! He lets you know what's going on and what you need to do about it. I am glad that Doctor Johnson recommended him to me.

02/27/2026

Thanks Dr. willis

02/26/2026

Excellent Doctor whose quality of care extends throughout the organization

02/26/2026

good dr

02/25/2026

As always Dr.Willis was very good

02/24/2026

Very friendly & listened to my needs.

02/20/2026

Great with knowledge, easy to understand and pleasant being around

02/19/2026

Dr Willis has always been an A plus in my book.

02/18/2026

Polite and very considerate to people!!

02/17/2026

I liked him a lot

02/12/2026

ALWAYS INTERACTS, LISTENS AND OFFERS GREAT ADVICE.

02/10/2026

It was very busy on the day I saw him but he still took time to talk to me. I just like the way he treats people.

02/06/2026

Wonderful Doctor and amazing service and personality.

02/05/2026

Great

02/04/2026

The only complaint I have is when I call the office it takes forever for someone to answer the phone. Forever is 20 to 30 minutes.

02/04/2026

Very professional very nice

01/29/2026

Dr. Willis he is a great Dr he leave u with encouraging words and to him u more than just a patient u are his family and he treats u like that he listen to all my concern and I am satisfied with his answer.

01/29/2026

Great doctor!!!

01/28/2026

Awesome

01/28/2026

I have only seen him 4 times and he has a pleasant demeanor and seems to care. I am completely comfortable in his care.

01/28/2026

Nice Doctor

01/28/2026

I think he is the best heart doctor in GEORGIA!

01/27/2026

Dr. Wills is a great Dr. He listen to you and make you understand any problem you have, so you can understand in layman's terms. I have all the trust with Dr Wills on my health issue. I would recommend Dr Wills to anyone. Thank you,Dr Wills for your kindness and understanding and how you care for all your patients.

01/23/2026

He is so upbeat even when it might be a tough diagnosis. Anytime I can leave a doctors office smiling is a good day!

01/22/2026

We were amazed with compassion

01/22/2026

I can only restate my total confidence in the care he provided me. Thanks so very much.

01/21/2026

Very helpful in addressing concerns

01/21/2026

Great office !

01/21/2026

Dr. WILLIS, NURSES, AND STAFF MADE ME FEEL THAT I MATTERED TO THEM.

01/20/2026

Dr. Willis is a very positive individual. His-down to earth points express confidence and allows. You to be very comfortable during your visit. There is no doubt that when you leave your visit, you leave well informed and ready for the next step.

01/16/2026

Dr. Willis is an outstanding doctor. He cares for you as a patient which I see when I have an appointment. He takes times with and he explains in a way I understand what a test means, why to have a test and this health plan he has in place for me. I can ask questions and he takes time to answer each one. I know I am getting the best care.

01/14/2026

Very kind and professional. Concerned. Through with lots of questions. Felt like he had time for me.

01/13/2026

You got Dr Willis name backwards! I trust Dr Willis to tell me the truth

01/08/2026

Keep treating people like you would like to be treated, With Respect!!!!

01/07/2026

Dr.Willis is always willing to give you feedback and explain results of your tests.He always encourages his patients to walk as much as possible. And drink plenty of water. He says that if you do what you're suppose to do this can keep us from having to increase your medications. And I sure don't want to add any medications to my list.

01/06/2026

very professional and at the same time very presonable!

01/05/2026

Nice location

01/05/2026

He’s very caring and kind.

12/31/2025

Good doctor. Treats his patients with respect, and answers all questions on course of treatment in terms the patient can understand.

12/30/2025

just a very pleasant experience, I would recommend Dr. Patrick to anyone who needed a cardiologist.

12/30/2025

Very good doctor. Down to earth. Not in a hurry.

12/29/2025

He is the best Dr l will trust with my life as far as my heart goes ♥️

12/29/2025

Just that I love the staff and Dr. Willis I always look forward to my appointments and I have many appointments

12/24/2025

Very pleased with Dr. Willis. His staff is also friendly and caring.

12/24/2025

Dr. Willis spent the time with my wife and I to explain the symptoms and situations that we had questions about. He was very Professional in explaining certain signs, reactions and other questions we had. We left the Office with Confidence in his Medical skills and training.

12/22/2025

Very professional and curious!

12/22/2025

Seems to practice conservative medicine. Thank you!

12/19/2025

Dr. Willis took extra good care of my Daddy and Mama and he continues with me.

12/18/2025

Always making sure I understand and listen to me and my concerns

12/16/2025

Dr Willis is wonderful! He is caring, he is patient and listens to what I have to say and to my questions

12/12/2025

I like him a lot.

12/12/2025

Friendly explain whatci needed to do great vibes will recommend

12/11/2025

Thanks. Very satisfied. Look forward to my followup in March.

12/10/2025

Friendly and knowledgeable

12/08/2025

They are nice medical team & you can talk to themThey really want to help you. They answer your questionsThey show you respect.

12/08/2025

always concerned and encouraging

12/08/2025

Coolest doctor I’ve been to. Will keep going back. Feel like he’s somebody I can trust my health to.

12/05/2025

He treat you very very good with respect and a very concerned doctor for his patient

12/05/2025

Dr. Willis is an outstanding doctor and he takes outstanding care of me. I am very lucky and happy to have him for my doctor.

12/04/2025

He was professional and gave me professional advise

12/01/2025

As I said in my earlier responses, I thought Dr. Willis was extremely knowledgeable, informative, and responsive. I feel extremely fortunate to have him as a physician.

11/24/2025

Dr. Willis is clearly a caring professional, and a gentleman.

11/19/2025

Dr. Willis is very knowledgeable, professional caring and helpful.

11/19/2025

Wonderful cardiologist with a terrific attitude

11/19/2025

Every aspect was excellent

11/19/2025

The hospital should provide the correct address to its clients. Otherwise it is not easy to locate the hospital.

11/13/2025

Dr Willis you are a diamond in your profession. Thank you for caring.

11/13/2025

Excellent doctor.

11/07/2025

Nice doctor explain everything

11/07/2025

I will and have recommended Dr. Willis to friends and will continue to do so. There is not another doctor that I can name that gives you a feeling of really caring about you as a person. I’m grateful that he has come into my life and my husband‘s life.

11/06/2025

So far so good good. Thanks

11/05/2025

Looking forward to my next appointment next year provider is excellent

11/05/2025

They explain everything real good you understand what they are saying and they ask do you have any questions I like that

11/04/2025

He is such a great doctor. He’s very kind and polite to his patient.

11/03/2025

I really like coming to see Willis Patrick he inspires me

10/31/2025

Very personable NOT intimidating at all- Dr Willis is not the typical arrogant specialist doctor that’s unfortunately out there today. I was very pleasantly surprised and feel blessed to have him as my new doctor!

10/30/2025

He's great. Glad he's my doctor.

10/30/2025

Excellent visit and.extremely pleased with Dr Willis and his staff

10/28/2025

Dr Willis saved my life. After my heart attack, I had trouble with some of my medication and he was very attentive to try alternative medication and we found something that works for me. I really feel cared for

10/27/2025

Dr Willis was very professional and had a down to earth attitude and explained everything so we could understand.

10/27/2025

The Dr and all staff are wonderful

10/27/2025

Dr.wills is a very caring dr

10/27/2025

Very good!He explained to me what was going on with me.Very simple and a way that I could understand it!He was great!!!

10/24/2025

Dr Willis should be a role model for other Dr. on how to treat a patient. He is always kind, doesn’t rush you, explains everything and listens.

10/23/2025

Genuine and caring. Forthright and considerate with a favorable personal touch.Makes me feel very comfortable, causing me to look forward to seeing him.Dr. Willis Patrick is truly an asset to your organization.

10/23/2025

Very efficient very nice caring and it shows!

10/22/2025

Puts patients at ease.

10/17/2025

Easy, fast, efficient

10/16/2025

We love the people working here! Our needs and questions addressed while there.

10/16/2025

Awesome

10/15/2025

Smart, knowledgeable about current research and treatments, good listener without being patronizing. I trust his care implicitly.

10/13/2025

Always a good visit and he answers my questions

10/13/2025

Dr. Willis is a kind and compassionate person who listens to your concerns.

10/08/2025

When calling the practice, it is very difficult to get someone on the phone.

10/02/2025

Great group of caretakers

10/01/2025

I didn't feel rushed out. That was appreciated. Most places make you wait and wait for 10 minutes with the doctor.

10/01/2025

He is the best!!!

09/29/2025

I could not be more comfortable and confident in the care Dr. Willis provides and his ability to diagnose any changes in my medical condition.

09/26/2025

I love that he listens to your concerns & does not rush you in your appointment. Willing to listen & responds to all of your concerns.

09/26/2025

Dr. Willis is the best!

09/25/2025

Down to earth and helpful

09/25/2025

I appreciated his honesty, and he has a moral compass that is just awesome! You don't find that much in doctors anymore!!!

09/24/2025

Professional and caring

09/23/2025

I just love Doctor Willis as my Cardiologist

09/23/2025

A little more eye contact than reading from the computer.

09/22/2025

Excellent doctor

09/18/2025

Very knowledgeable, friendly and "user friendly"! He explained the next step and answered all our questions.

09/18/2025

Very helpful & through is the Dr. & staff. Very friendly. Thank you

09/17/2025

Dr Willis and his staff are caring and helpful and you feel like you are not just a number.

09/17/2025

Also very encouraging and supportive

09/15/2025

Love Dr Willis

09/15/2025

Very satisfied

09/11/2025

Thanks for a great visit.
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