Ferdos Khan Pohlel, MD
Interventional Cardiology, Cardiology

4.9 out of 5 –
New patient visits
Khan Pohlel, MD earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 2001. He completed his internal medicine, cardiology and interventional cardiology fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine concluding in 2008. He received his undergraduate degree from Emory University also. Prior to joining Piedmont Athens Regional, Dr. Pohlel was in practice with Athens Cardiology Group. Dr. Pohlel is board certified in cardiology, interventional cardiology, nuclear cardiology and endovascular medicine. He is a member of the American College of Cardiology and Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. In his spare time, Dr. Pohlel enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters involved in outdoor activities including hiking, golf, fishing and hunting. Dr. Pohlel welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans.
Provider Information
Gender
Male
Languages
English
Age groups seen
Adults
Geriatrics
Education
Emory University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 2007
Emory University School of Medicine
Internship, Internal Medicine, 2002
Emory University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Interventional Cardiology, 2008
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
Medical Education, 2001
Emory University School of Medicine
Residency, Internal Medicine, 2004
University of Georgia
Medical Education
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
American Board of Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology
Verified Reviews
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4.9 out of 5
1,487 ratings,
378 reviews
3/27/2025
Dr Polel is a great person and great doctor.
3/27/2025
Dr. Pohlel is an affable and empathetic gentleman who manifests a high degree of professionalism while being capable of cajoling me into making personal behavioral choices that increase my personal investment in my own wellbeing.
3/26/2025
He is very friendly and thorough. He,Äôs very knowledgeable and answers all my questions.
3/24/2025
See previous comments. Very pleased with service, kindness, knowledge, experience with Excellence. TL
3/22/2025
He is very easy to talk with and open to options. I plan to continue see him
Insurance Coverage
Note:Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is in network.
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (Ryan White Part A)
Alliant Health Plans SoloCare (including Core & Select)
Alliant SimpleCare/4Corners
Ambetter (including Core & Select)
Anthem
Anthem MediBlue
BCBS
Beech Street
CareSource
CareSource Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP only)
CareSource Medicaid
Cigna
Georgia Health Advantage
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage
Kaiser
Kaiser Medicare Advantage
LifeWell (HealthScope)
Medicare
Peach State
PHCS/MultiPlan
Pruitt Health Premier (AllyAlign)
Sonder
Tricare Prime (referral required)
Tricare Select
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Marketplace Exchange
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
Wellcare
Map & Directions
Piedmont Heart of Athens
242 King Avenue, Suite 210 Athens, GA 30606