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Dr. Jimmy Kontos, MD

Dr. Jimmy Kontos, MD

Interventional Cardiology*

Dr. Jimmy Kontos, MD is an interventional cardiologist in Myrtle Beach, SC. He is affiliated with Grand Strand Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 78 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (78 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Kontos specializes in the areas of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease & Interventional Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Kontos' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kontos

4.7

78 ratings, 54 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Joan Florentine – Jul 11, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Dec 02, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
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Herman Williams – Oct 24, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Gloria Serrian – Jun 22, 2020
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What went well
  • 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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Michael Barrier – Jun 14, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Ann – Jun 14, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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May 28, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
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William (Bill) Schreiber D.Sc. – May 13, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
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May 13, 2020
Dr. Kontos' Reply –
Thank you for the kind words!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Wayne Cozlin – May 02, 2020
Dr. Kontos' Reply –
Thank you for the kind words, Wayne Cozlin!
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What went well
  • 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
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David W. – Apr 23, 2020
Dr. Kontos' Reply –
Thank you for the kind words, David!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Rev. Nicholas T. Stavrakis – Apr 14, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
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William R. Frank – Mar 28, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
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John Stewart Rowland – Mar 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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joe geaglone – Mar 09, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Paulglad – Mar 02, 2020
Dr. Kontos' Reply –
Thank you for the kind words, Paulglad!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 27, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Frank Johnson – Feb 25, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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David L Brown – Feb 22, 2020
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What could be improved
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I think one of the nurses name was Stephanie. – Feb 21, 2020
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care philosophy

Our goal is to provide high quality, convenient outpatient Cardiology and Gastroenterology services to the community we serve, creating exceptional value for our patients, our employees, and our partners.

biography

Jimmy Kontos, MD, received his medical degree from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at George Washington University Medical Center in Washington, DC....read more
  • Interventional Cardiology

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  • Wake Forest University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • George Washington University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
Cardiology
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Interventional Cardiology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Grand Strand Medical Center

    809 82nd Pkwy
    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
    Recipient of 48
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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