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Ugochukwu Egolum

Ugochukwu Egolum, MD

Heart Failure

Accepting New Patients
Video Visits Available

Highlights

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About the Provider

Dr. Egolum received his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, D.C. He completed his residency and two fellowships in Cardiovascular Disease and Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices and Cardiac Transplantation at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tenn. Dr. Egolum is board-certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine.

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Locations

  1. Georgia Heart Institute
    • 200 South Enota Drive Northeast, Suite 480, Gainesville, GA 30501
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  2. Georgia Heart Institute
  3. Georgia Heart Institute

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, 2017
  • Fellowship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, 2016
  • Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2013
  • Medical School: Howard University College of Medicine, 2010

Board Certifications

  • Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2018
  • Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2016

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

305 ratings, 80 reviews

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.

Listens carefully
Shows respect for what you say
Explains in a way you understand
Spends enough time with you
Overall provider rating
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Probably the best Dr I've ever seen. Truly amazing Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Dr. Egolum is exceptional. He is smart, articulate and warm and engaging. Careful listener and concise and clear responder. Explained my situation very clearly and made recommendations leaving decisions in my hands. Very encouraging and upbeat.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    Dr. E is an excellent physician. He listened to my questions and answered them with compassion.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    My visit with NEGHC Cardio team is always awesome I think the entire facilitation is excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    I was happy.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Always good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    I like Dr. Egolum a lot he is very understanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Very impressed with his knowledge related to my issuesWas educated for the first time about some of my issues

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Excellent doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Best doctor ever! Very professional, friendly, caring and explains things clearly.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Always treated well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Dr E is an excellent listener, always offers kind words of empathy, very personable. I love seeing him as my doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Had a good experience and like the nurses and workers.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    I receive the best care available when I visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    Dr. Egulom is very patient and understanding of my issues and treats me with incredible respect

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    Staff and Doctor were all very courteous and knowledgeable. I was totally satisfied with the service.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Dr. Egolum was very caring and took time to answer all my questions and explained in the way I could understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    EXCELLENT!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    EXCELLENT!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Visit went well,everyone was nice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    He is a great doctor,I like him very much

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr. Egolum is the blueprint for how all physicians should provide care and communicate with patients. He listens to his patients and genuinely cares about the overall well-being of the patient. He makes his patients feel seen and heard. I'm truly grateful for the care he has provided because he is the reason I am still here today and able to complete this survey.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Very nice and professional as always

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Dr Egolum is an exceptional Heart Doctor after being diagnosed with a heart disease he explained it and set me on a action plan immediately. Answered all my questions and cocerns, excellent bedside manner that puts you at ease while he educates you on everything you need to know.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Absolutely no negative experiences. Everyone in the clinic had positive, calm and caring attitude. They all seemed happy to be there and treated me as though I was their only patient. The hospital should be grateful to have a group of people who make this the best environment it can be.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Very good!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    All good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    Dr. Egolum is one of the best doctors I have ever had. He makes me feel very comfortable and I feel he really cares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Excellent service! So thankful for the care that is always provided!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Everything was good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    I enjoy talking to my provider because he cares about my health

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Dr. Egolum has always discussed & explained any question I might have asked. Excellent, caring doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Dr. Egolum is a very humanistic doctor. He truly cares about his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    The health care provider listens attentively to what I have to say and makes recommendation based on what I have told him/her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    I enjoy seeing this provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/7/2025

    My Doctor was polite and very observate. He answered my questions with confidence and made me feel important. I definitely recommend this entire practice 100%.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Always loving attentive care!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    I'm well satisfied with all my providers. No complaints.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    Good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    EXCELLENT visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Always great visits and helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Very happy I've connected with this provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    Very good service from everyone

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    Always a pleasure to see Dr Egolum and the staff at the Heart Center !

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    I thought that my doctor was very patient had great bedside manners . I really enjoyed my experience!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Dr. Egolum takes the time to answer my questions and explain everything.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    I always have a good experience at this office. Staffs are friendly and professionally.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Everyone was great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Dr. Egolum is a great cardiologist. He ranks 5 star with the highest esteem. I am extremely pleased with services provided.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    He always listens to me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    I love my personal physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    All good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Dr. Egolum is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Very Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Could not have been better. Clerks were friendly, knowledgeable, and courteous. Medical personnel were proficient, caring, helpful, and prompt.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    All was very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    He was very attentive, he listened to me and he advised as needed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Explained clearly things that I need to improve. To exercise. Checked my meds and made changes.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    Dr Egolum is one of the best drs my husband has ever had at the heart institute .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    I would recommend this provider to anyone I know because the care provided is excellent. Please keep the good work. I pray for my provider everyday, I would wish the world has more doctors like him. Congratulations to Georgia Health system for having such knowledgeable and caring doctor. Jesus loves you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    Dr. Egolum is always friendly and professional and Takes time to suggest solutions and lets me explain How I Am feeling. Very thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    Dr. Egolum is the best heart doctor ever!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2025

    Dr Egolum is a super star and I realize how fortunate I am to have him as my heart failure doctor. Excellent and kind doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2025

    GREAT

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Dr. Egolum is very professional, knowledgeable and courteous. He listen to my concerns and answer my questions in a clear an understandable way.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/11/2025

    He has my full confidence. Medications he has prescribed seem to be working.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2025

    I had an excellent visit with my doctor. He is always so pleasant and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2025

    Always a good experience with Dr Egolum. I have been seeing him for yrs. He and his team have been there for my many problems.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2025

    Dr Egolum always listens to me and answers my wuestions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    I have seen/visited with MANY doctors during the course of my long life (87 yrs.) and Dr. Egolum is one of the most knowledgeable, kind, caring, concerned doctors I have seen. He seemed genuinely Interested In anything and all things I had to say. NEGM Is most fortunate to have this fine doctor In the association. I strongly recommend he be commended for his knowledge and dedication to his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    Everyone was very nice and professional they make you feel welcome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    Dr. Egolum gives me the best care available!! I am 78 years old and have multiple severe health problems. He genuinely has a heart for his practice and takes all the time he needs during my visit. I am thankful that he is my physician and think the world of him. The nurses and office staff are caring, pleasant and professional. I would not go anywhere else.

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