
Gary Minkiewicz, MD
Cardiology
Highlights
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout the Provider
Dr. Minkiewicz graduated from Hamilton College and received his medical degree from the University of Rochester. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of California, San Diego and his cardiology fellowship at the University of Colorado in Denver. Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Nuclear Cardiology, he is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology.
Dr. Minkiewicz has served as an assistant clinical professor of medicine at the UCLA School of Medicine and is a past president of the Ventura County chapter of the American Heart Association. He has served as a board member of the California Affiliate of the American Heart Association and as director of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura, California. Prior to joining the practice, Dr. Minkiewicz was a member of the New England Heart Institute in Manchester, New Hampshire. He finds time to play blues and jazz guitar, and he and his wife, Maggie, enjoy field training and showing their flat-coated retrievers.
Locations
- Georgia Heart Institute
- 200 South Enota Drive Northeast, Suite 100, Gainesville, GA 30501
- Get Directions
- phone: 770-534-2020
- fax: 770-534-8025
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Children's Hospital, Cardiology, 1983
- Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine/Dentistry, 1977
Board Certifications
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1983
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1980
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
365 ratings, 116 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Excellent care my first time with this Dr. And I was really impressed
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
I have been very pleased with the progress that Dr M has made with my high B/P. He has made more progress in less than a year than any of the three cardiologist I saw in the last few years. I think we are still getting accustomed to each others personalities as I am a new patient but as long as I get the good medical results I have been looking for I am fine with adapting. He has his goals and agendas for his patients and is on a time line in order to spend the appropriate time with each patient. I think with time we will get to know and understand each other. I am getting the main thing I have been looking for and I am willing to see his plan through expecting us both to reach a goal of a normal B/P for me!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
My doctor is always easy to talk to. Friendly and explaining things so I understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Dr. Minkiewicz is an excellent provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
I am extremely pleased with Dr. Minkiewicz (and staff). He is thorough, attentive, we communicate well and that includes him listening to me. I have already recommended him to a family member who is now a patient of his.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Always very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Great doctor and wonderful helpers
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2026
He is a great provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Excellent staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
I have been seeing Dr. Minkiewicz for several years now and am completely satisfied with him. He always makes what he thinks clear and never pushes for tests or procedures that are not truly necessary. He has a good personality, professional, and timely.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
This doctor and staff do sterling work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
I've never had a bad experience with Dr Minkiewicz. Always great. He takes time to listen and get to know you and your health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr. And staff was very good in all aspects of my visit. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
It was fine
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
I wouldn't go anywhere else. Everyone there is fantastic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
This provider always asks questions and shows interest in my life and health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Always a positive experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
Dr. MINKIEWICZ always takes his time with me. He is always very positive and makes me feel good!My experience being his patient has always been great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
He is very caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Dr.Minkiewicz has always been very concerned about my health condition and searched as how to treat me.Im very grateful to have Dr.Minkiewicz.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Excellent listens and took action for my particular situation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
This is my first visit seeing Dr. M in general cardiology. I really liked him and he'd truly reviewed all of my cardio files and knowledge of all cardio things that have been going on the past 2 yrs. really liked Dr. M. He was very knowledgeable, went over my cardio file and history plus a really good bedside manner. I highly recommend Dr. M.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
First time I saw him and he was a good doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
The doctor is the best I have had in my health care treatment. He listens, takes his time and does not rush thru the visit. He explains everything thoroughly. I am completely comfortable with the care I receive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
No complaints.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
Dr. Minkiewicz has been my Cardiologist for almost 20 years and he has prevented my having any further MI's due to his diligence and expertise. He is my hero.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
Knows me well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
I'm blessed to have this provider. He is always aware of my situation /conditions etc. Always confident to be able to speak to him and receive answers I need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
My doctor was very concerned about my health. He explained all my concerns in great detail
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr. Minkiewicz is great. He always takes enough time and answers every single question. I felt so much better about my blood pressure when I left because of his comments and the interest he took and what I said. We need many more doctors like him. Thanks, heart center for such a great provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr Minkiewicz is kind and expert in knowledge. I have much respect for his advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr. Minkiewicz is extremely thorough and well prepared for my visits. He addresses my concerns with complete explanations. Excellent cardiologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
AWALYS THEY DO A VERY GOOD JOB
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
Dr Minkiewicz is always on top of my health issues and gives timely guidance when I need it. I rely heavily on his judgment because of his attention to detail in following my medical health both in person and via other methods of communiction. I couldnt ask for a better Cardiologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Excellent doctor . Staff friendly. No wait time to speak of.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
It was a good experience and always is.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2025
It is always a good experience with Dr. Minkiewicz.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Love my heart doctor, he listens, advise me about my health standing and medications,how to use them. He writes down what he see that I need to improve and steps to take to achieve them
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Excellent experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
He is very pleasant, caring, knowledgeable, patient, positive, and understanding. My experiences with him have always been very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
He always listens and explains things well. Very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
Dr M is extremely knowledgeable and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Dr. M is definitely quality care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Dr. Minkiewicz was very attentive to her in asking questions & explaining things directly to her even though she's hard of hearing and is confused most of the time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Everyone as helpful and friendly, Dr. M is very knowledgeable and pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Always does great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
All excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Good visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Easjy to talk to, courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
Pays attention to my needs and progress without seeming in a rush.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Always a good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
The subject provider is excellent and discusses his concerns about all of my medical problems to insure my compliance with other physicians medical directives for treatment of them. You can see that he has read my medical history and is very familiar with my overall health.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Experience provider and nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
My provider was very thorough and clear in his explanations and instructions. I felt good in sharing my health knowledge with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2025
My doctor was really a caring doctor and he explained my results of my test really well so that I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Dr. M is a class act...a true professional in whom one can place complete trust.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
I get excellent care in this practice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Good Experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Excellent doctor. Listens to me. He is friendly and we talk about our fun time activities
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr. Minkiewicz is the best. He has diagnosed two life threats for me - one blocked artery requiring a stent and blood clots in both lungs. He recently sent my wife for testing which resulted in emergency open heart double pass. He is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Good check up visit. Knew to make appt immediately after lunch to cut down on wait time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
My experience with Dr Minkiewicz is always pleasant and he Is so knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Very good experience. Satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
He is knowledgeable care about patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
ALL GOOD.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Very pleased with visit. Dr.Minkiewicz is very professional and knowledgeable,yet very personable. His age and experience are an asset to Georgia Heart Institute and his patients! Would and do recommend him to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Dr. M and his team are great! Even though I was early they got me into the exam room for the preliminaries and Dr. M came a short while later. Dr. M reviewed my medical history and discussed the way forward and asked for my opinion. I had a great experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
I feel very fortunate to be followed by this Provider. His bedside manner, interest in my health and well being, and Cardiac knowledge is superb.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Dr. Minkiewicz is always personable and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
He is very concerned about all health issues. Very friendly & caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
I have received the best care from all the providers at this office. Everyone treated me with great respect and all were very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Minkiewicz is excellent an 11 on our chat.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Minkiewicz is wonderful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. M. Minkiewicz is a great dr. and I have been going to him for 17 YEARS.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2025
Dr M always discusses any question or comment until I fully understand and am comfortable with the answer on the subject even when that answer sometimes differs from original thoughts on the subject.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Great cardiologist. Very concerned about my health and well being!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
He is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
I love Dr. Minkiewicz. He is an excellent, caring, knowledgeable physician. I'm so thankful Dr. referred me to him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
All were courteous, treated me well and with respect. Dr. Minkiewicz was polite, honest and to the point.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Excellent cardiologist. Staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Awesome Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Excellent. Tells me what I need to know. Understanding. Very attentive and approachable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
I am 100% satisfy with my provider, no questions about it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
I am very happy with Dr. Minkiewicz.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Very good experiences for at least 7 years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Love Dr. "M". He really listens, digs deep to solve your problems. Professional. And personality both. I enjoy our visits and feel he has everything right!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
They are all the best!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Everyone that I had contact with there were very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Only the best always
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
We always see this doctor together with my wife. Easy to understand and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
My provider has always been concerned with any health issue I bring before him.I had APL leuk and had treatments , both the cancer and treatments csuse, 9f a 9 mth period
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Very good.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Seemed somewhat rushed by physian
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Very good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Great provided
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Excellent cardiologist!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Great Dr. Shows concern for both of us.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
He is the best!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2025
Doctor listened to my heart needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Always a good experience questions, answers, and discussions always fruitful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Good 6 months routine visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
The doctor did not rush through the appointment and is friendly, thorough and knowledgeable. He makes you very comfortable during the exam.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
All good. Dr is very easy to communicate with and shows sincere sensitivity to my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Good very satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Courteous, interested
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Good experience always
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Dr Minkiewicz saw me for a routine check that coincided with a recent hospitalization. Routine visit quickly shifted into a semi emergency visit after developing a recurrence of Atrial Fibrillation since hospitalization a week prior to appt. Therefore Dr. Minkiewicz immediately made arrangements for admission to NEGH for further tests and treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
My provider car was good,thank you Jesus
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Excellent as always!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
My doctor is very professional, he listen to me, and answers all my questions. If any one ask me if I knew of a good doctor I would definitely would recommend him.
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Alliant Health Plans
- Alliant HIX
- Amerigroup Medicaid
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage
- Beech Street
- CareSource Medicaid
- Cigna
- Cigna + Oscar
- Cigna GA Connect HIX
- Cigna Medicare Advantage
- Coventry Healthcare (Advantra)
- First Health Network (Coventry)
- Health Partners
- Humana Medicare Advantage
- Kaiser PPO
- Peach State Medicaid
- Tricare (Standard and Prime)