Dr. Roja Pondicherry-Harish, M.D., FACC, is an interventional cardiologist at The Cardiac & Vascular Institute. A Summa Cum Laude Oglethorpe graduate, he earned his MD from the Medical College of Georgia, completed a residency at the University of Florida (“The Gator Nation”), and a fellowship at Indiana University. He is board-certified in Cardiovascular Diseases, Interventional Cardiology, Echocardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, and Internal Medicine.
Dr. Roja Pondicherry-Harish, M.D., FACC, is an interventional cardiologist at The Cardiac & Vascular Institute. A Summa Cum Laude Oglethorpe graduate, he earned his MD from the Medical College of Georgia, completed a residency at the University of Florida (“The Gator Nation”), and a fellowship at Indiana University. He is board-certified in Cardiovascular Diseases, Interventional Cardiology, Echocardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, and Internal Medicine.
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Dr. Pondicherry is extremely knowledgeable he takes time to listen and he takes his time explaining the whys. He is fantastic.
(4 days ago)
Sep-2026
Very good doctor
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Ponticherry, Nurse Sarah, and other staff got me in w/o a long wait, but were thorough and provided time for checkup, information, and questions.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Pondicherry took his time explaining things and answering my questions. I found him to be friendly and knowledgeable. I liked him as well as his staff.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Roja listened to my concerns and explained what the next tests he wanted to complete to make sure I understood why he was recommending them.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very good
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Always very late for appointments.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Slow down and spend more time talking to your patient. Make them feel heard. You spent about 5 minutes with me for exam/conversation/ and meditation change.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
An excellent doctor!!! My favorite!
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Dr.harish is a excellent doctor.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
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Dr. Roja Pondicherry-Harish, M.D., FACC, graduated Summa Cum Laude with his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, Georgia, going on to receive his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia. His Residency brought him here to “The Gator Nation” with his Fellowship taking him to Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Dr. Pondicherry joined The Cardiac & Vascular Institute in 2018. He holds board certifications in Cardiovascular Diseases, Interventional Cardiology, Echocardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, and Internal Medicine. His clinical interests include coronary artery disease, valvular and structural heart disease, and peripheral artery disease.
In addition to his various publications and presentations, Dr. Pondicherry is the recipient of numerous academic honors. In his leisure time, Dr. Pondicherry enjoys spending time with his family and traveling.
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Dr. Pondicherry is extremely knowledgeable he takes time to listen and he takes his time explaining the whys. He is fantastic.
Very good doctor
Dr. Ponticherry, Nurse Sarah, and other staff got me in w/o a long wait, but were thorough and provided time for checkup, information, and questions.
Dr. Pondicherry took his time explaining things and answering my questions. I found him to be friendly and knowledgeable. I liked him as well as his staff.
Dr. Roja listened to my concerns and explained what the next tests he wanted to complete to make sure I understood why he was recommending them.
Very good
Always very late for appointments.
Slow down and spend more time talking to your patient. Make them feel heard. You spent about 5 minutes with me for exam/conversation/ and meditation change.
An excellent doctor!!! My favorite!
Dr.harish is a excellent doctor.