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Thomas G. Folk, MD
Thomas G. Folk, MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Cardioversion
- Amyloidosis
- Aortoiliac Disease
- ECMO
- Anomalous Coronary Artery
- Annuloaortic Ectasia
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Dysplasia Cardiomyopathy
- Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease
- Coarctation of the Aorta
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Familial Hypercholesterolemia
- Heart Murmur
- Hyperlipidemia
- Mitral Valve Stenosis/Regurgitation
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
- Renal Hypertension
- Syncope
- Atherosclerosis
- Cardiomyopathy
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Ebstein's Anomaly
- Heart Attack
- Heart Valve Disease
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Rheumatic Heart Disease
- Athlete's Heart
- Claudication
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Left Ventricular Non-Compaction
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Single Ventricle
Ratings and Reviews
4.9271 Ratings 144 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 5.0 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 5.0 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.8 |
| Addressed my questions and concerns | 4.8 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- February 2, 2023 Listened, nice, explained things
- January 28, 2023 Dr Folk is very knowledgeable and I trust him fully as my cardiologist. He explains things thoroughly, monitors your health first and doesn’t rush to do unnecessary procedures. For this reason I rate him above the rest.
- January 27, 2023 He is a very knowledgeable Cardiologist and understanding!!
- January 26, 2023 Thorough, explanation's understandable, excellent bed side manner. I have confidence in his opinions and direction given at this point.
- January 25, 2023 Very good physician, listens and addresses all concerns. Would highly recommend!
- January 21, 2023 Dr. Folk listened to each of my concerns and addressed them with me. He is a very caring physician.
- January 20, 2023 Dr. Folk was referred to me by the head of cardiology in Johnson City - Kingsport TN. Dr. Folk makes me feel very comfortable and especially confident that my personal physician Dr. Stephen Ruehle will be better able to work together for my continued care.
- January 20, 2023 Explains so that I understand what is going on and includes me in decisions
- January 14, 2023 He was very friendly and cared about why I was there. He asked how me and my baby was.
- January 14, 2023 Dr.Folk listens to my concerns and answers all questions in a manner that I understand and feel comfortable following. Very polite, patient and understanding.
- January 10, 2023 Folk is a nice enough guy. But I've never had an appointment with him when I didn't get the feeling that he needed to get out of there and to the next patient. It is an absurd way to treat people, especially when we're trying to make health decisions. I get exactly the same thing from every appointment. Hello, how's it going, let me listen to your heart, yep-you're still in a-fib, any questions? see you later. I wouldn't waste my time with seeing him if I didn't need my medications re-written.
- January 9, 2023 A good doctor that I trust and can talk freely with…
- January 6, 2023 Great physician. Thorough and caring. I have recommended friends and relatives to him over the years and he has impressed them as well. He has been my cardiologist for over 20 years and I cannot thank him enough for his help and care.
- January 6, 2023 Dr Folk is. good and easy to understand.
- January 4, 2023 Dr Folk was very attentive to my question and concerns regarding my heart health.
- December 30, 2022 I consider Dr. Thomas Folk to be an excellent physician -- one who attends to my health conditions, concerns and questions in a professional and friendly manner.
- December 27, 2022 Dr. Folk was patient, answered my questions and was very pleasant.
- December 17, 2022 I am 87yrs old and Dr.Folk takes the time to explain any and all questions I ask. He always comes in with a smile on his face and wants to know how I'm doing.
- December 16, 2022 Dr Folk listens and cares
- December 13, 2022 Doctor Folk is very friendly and courteous. He listens to your concerns and works with you on any questions about your health you may have
- December 13, 2022 Always very helpful! Talks to patient about options for care and guides patients and making decisions.
- December 13, 2022 Dr. Folk acknowledges and responds to my questions and concerns.
- December 12, 2022 thomas cares about me and my troubles, he is concerned about my condition and we chat about life at times,
- December 11, 2022 I appreciate that he listens and addresses my concerns even when I get sidetracked.
- December 8, 2022 So gracious knowledgeable listen and had a two way conversation!! I was at ease and very appreciative the time he took!! So very thankful for him! God Bless!
- December 8, 2022 Professional, caring, and friendly.
- December 8, 2022 One of the kindest and professional doctors you have.
- December 8, 2022 Very knowledgeable and listened very carefully and provided feedback. He communicated the process going forward concisely. He appears to be very personable.
- December 7, 2022 Very helpful and friendly
- December 5, 2022 Very nice and concerned about my well being.
- December 4, 2022 Dr. Folk listened to me.
- December 2, 2022 listens to you very good heart doctor
- November 29, 2022 He was attentive and listened. Explained what he thinks is going on and explained the next steps.
- November 20, 2022 Dr Folk was great as usual but Deborah went out of her way to help me solve my problem. On the Phone as well as in person. She helped me find a way to take my medicine that eliminated the blood pressure issue.
- November 18, 2022 Helped me work through the concerns w knowledge and suggested actions
- November 17, 2022 He is very caring and very nice. Couldn't ask for any one else as nice Dr. Folk. Think a lot of him wouldn't want any other Dr.
- November 15, 2022 Dr. Folk listened to me about my concerns and explained how to proceed and included me in decision making
- November 15, 2022 He cares about my health
- November 14, 2022 Dr. Folk is always willing to listen to what you need and always willing to do what is best for your health!
- November 12, 2022 I think he's nice but I don't know that they tell me all I need to know about my health
- November 12, 2022 He listens and is very helpful by explaining results. He also responds to messages promptly.
- November 11, 2022 I am comfortable with Dr. Folk. He listens and cares.
- November 10, 2022 I was pleased that Dr. Folk really listened to me and gave me a better understanding of my medications.
- November 9, 2022 Very nice and concerned.
- November 9, 2022 Very nice and friendly. Explained why a scan would wait until 2023
- November 9, 2022 Great doctor and person.
- November 3, 2022 Dr Folk is a great doctor been my doctor for years always looking after me and takes his time and is concerned receptionist need to be a little more friendly
- November 1, 2022 Great Doctor
- October 29, 2022 Great guy.
- October 29, 2022 Dr Folk is friendly and listened to what I had to say. He is good to deal with.
- October 28, 2022 He is a very great person and a excellent doctor.
- October 28, 2022 Dr. Folk is the same each and every visit - friendly, caring, and straight to the point in asking "why are you here and how are you feeling?". In depth discussions of your condition are followed by diagnosis and a plan in which you have participated.
- October 27, 2022 Dr. Folk always takes the time to answer all of my questions and address any concerns that I may have. His friendliness and professionalism are evident in the care he gives.
- October 27, 2022 Very polite very professional and informative seem to care extremely and break everything down explaining where I could understand about my procedure and answered any questions that I would have had before I even ask them glad he's my new heart doctor
- October 25, 2022 Good , cariing doctor, takes time to listen and answer questions.
- October 25, 2022 Excellent care, very professional and very attentive to my concerns.
- October 25, 2022 Very friendly and informative
- October 22, 2022 Dr Folk is very approachable and knowledgeable
- October 17, 2022 Caring Answered my questions Kind and considerate???. Really do like Dr. Folk
- October 11, 2022 Very good and listens to you give you the answers you need
- October 10, 2022 Dr Folk is a caring doctor. Takes time to explain and answer questions.
- October 6, 2022 It is the good Doctor thanks
- October 4, 2022 Dr Folk is friendly,listens to my problems,efficient and takes time enough with his patient.
- October 3, 2022 Personable
- October 1, 2022 Dr.Folk is absolutely the best he answers your questions and takes time to explain all. he does not rush you he is just wonderful.
- September 27, 2022 Excellent MD!!!
- September 17, 2022 Dr Folk is The Best !!!
- September 17, 2022 seems to care about
- September 17, 2022 He is a wonderful Doctor.
- September 14, 2022 He is wonderful! He explained everything so well. He took the time to answer my questions and addressed my concerns. I would highly recommend Dr. Folk!
- September 10, 2022 He is the best care physician have available. I had a 2 terrible encounters with one of your physician and an extremely terrible encounter with one of your physician assistance. These encounters cover the time from 2010 to present.
- September 6, 2022 He is a very good doctor.
- September 1, 2022 Dr Folk is very special in explaining my medical situation
- September 1, 2022 Down to earth Doctor, very pleasant to be around.
- August 30, 2022 Dr Folk was kind and compassionate. He seemed to know about my recent health issues and had reviewed my recent visits with other doctors. He was informative and also inclusive of my decisions. He guided my care to help me understand what we should do and why we should do it. I was unfortunately upset at the conclusion of my appointment to find out that I could not follow up with him until January and needed to follow up with his mid level Brandy.(whom I have never seen) I have known Dr Folk for 24 years as I worked in the Emergency Department with him and hand picked him for my cardiology needs. Him spending quality time with me explaining everything, after a year of many medical appointments and changes, and him making sense of it, was wonderful. I really hope we can find a way for me to follow up with him. It only makes sense since he knows what is going on.
- August 30, 2022 Dr Folk is a very personable and concerned person. Takes time to have real conversations and addresses any issues. I feel very confident in decisions that we make about my healthcare.
- August 30, 2022 Just exceptional???
- August 25, 2022 I was seen as a follow up after an incident that took me to the Emergency Dept. I felt he listened to my concerns and although I had no issues presently, discussed further investigating why I had an episode of chest pain. After talking with him, I finally felt I could rest without being so anxious about my health scare because I do trust him.
- August 20, 2022 Very knowledgeable and explains everything about my condition so I can understand my treatment
- August 18, 2022 Couldn't ask for anyone to be kinder or caring. He listens to you. I appreciate him.
- August 18, 2022 My wife and I consider ourselves very fortunate to be part of the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist healthcare system. I recently recommended a friend in Winston that he seek out a doctor in your healthcare system.
- August 16, 2022 Super friendly, very through!
- August 14, 2022 Very impressed with Dr Folk. In fact I just recommended my nephew to get an appointment with Dr Folk
- August 10, 2022 Dr. Folk is thorough, listens attentively and responds to questions between visits.
- August 9, 2022 Dr. Folk is always kind and caring and I feel taken care of at each visit.
- August 5, 2022 Listens to what I Have to say.
- July 26, 2022 Dr Fulk is the best. He always explains what??s going on with me and genuinely shows concern for my health and what??s best for me.
- July 25, 2022 Dr. Folk is caring, professional, listens well and I'd recommend him.
- July 19, 2022 A+++++
- July 19, 2022 He is a good dr. and I would recommend him...very nice and thoughtful..a friend of mine recommended him to me and she was right..so glad I found him..
- July 6, 2022 Wonderful caring doctor. Highly recommended.
- July 1, 2022 He is a great doctor. I wish there were more like him.
- June 28, 2022 Dr. Folk was extremely kind and patient.
- June 26, 2022 Very caring doctor.
- June 22, 2022 Dr. Folk has taken care of my cardiac issues since 2003 and I couldn??t get better care! He listens to my concerns and is so reassuring. He is straightforward and patiently answers all my questions.
- June 15, 2022 Extremely pleased with his approach to care and the results.
- June 13, 2022 Dr. Folk is a very caring Doctor about his patients. Would recommend him to family or friends.
- June 11, 2022 Dr. Folk is courteous and thorough, and is very professional.
- June 7, 2022 Dr. Folk is outstanding.
- June 7, 2022 Extremely informative with the questions I had!! Reassuring with my health and took the time to throughly discuss improving results!! Great Dr and visit!!!
- June 1, 2022 Dr. F met me when I was hacking serious cardio challenges. We??ve come a long way. This visit, listened to my concerns, discussed options, jointly put a plan together. Move forward.
- May 30, 2022 So far very Satisfied
- May 28, 2022 Love Dr Folk
- May 18, 2022 Very knowledgeable and interested in me personally. Effectively studied my situation the night before so he was very ready to advise me.
- May 18, 2022 great doctor
- May 18, 2022 Dr Folk is an excellent knowledgeable physician. Takes the time to address all patient history and needs.
- May 16, 2022 Dr. Folk was so nice and took time to talk to me even though he was running a little behind
- May 15, 2022 Dr. Folk takes the time to listen and always answers questions.
- May 12, 2022 Dr. Folk is and outstanding physician. He listens and comments on each decisionmaking directive. Dr. Folk gives you then feeling that he is a secure source for your heart disease direction and coverage. I have confident in his directions. He is very thorough. I would suggestion his care to everyone! Dr. Folk is an Excellent doctor!
- May 12, 2022 friendly, professional, knowledgeable
- May 10, 2022 Very good
- May 9, 2022 He is very easy to talk to.
- May 5, 2022 I felt respected and that he listened and cared about me and my health.
- May 5, 2022 Dr Folk is very easy to talk to and makes you feel like you are the only patient and spends time with you
- May 5, 2022 Dr Folk has always been friendly and informative, directing our conversations to any outstanding issues. He has a good grasp of my overall health, addresses my questions and concerns, and is supportive of my efforts in pursuing a healthy lifestyle.
- May 3, 2022 Dr Folk is always very nice and knowledgeable!
- May 3, 2022 Dr Folk is very thoughtful and helpful. Seems to be very caring.
- April 30, 2022 As always friendly, and professional
- April 28, 2022 I am most appreciative of the concern and interest given me by Dr. Folk and his approach to best manage my condition and ability to function as normally as possible.
- April 28, 2022 He makes you feel like he??s your friend.
- April 27, 2022 Dr. Thomas Folk has great people skills . He takes the time to listen to what you, the patient is saying. Dr, Folk engages in conversation to get to know you and to know your symptoms.
- April 18, 2022 Dr Folk was very professional and caring. He explained different options for me to decide and that means a lot. Thank you Dr. Folk!
- April 14, 2022 He is a very caring and personable Dr.
- April 14, 2022 Professional, knowledgeable and caring
- April 13, 2022 Attentive to my questions and gives healthful advice .
- April 9, 2022 He takes time to listen and answer you question and very polite
- April 7, 2022 Dr. Folk is a fine cardiologist Friendly and caring answers my questions??? very informative???..
- March 30, 2022 This was my first opportunity to meet with Dr. Folk and to consult regarding my on-going issue. I look forward to being under his care and guidance for future treatment options. It is a genuine relief to find such an outstanding cardiologist with a local presence.
- March 29, 2022 He genuinely cares about his patients
- March 26, 2022 Dr Folk is a very knowledgeable and caring Dr. Answers all of my questions and discusses my condition with me.
- March 22, 2022 Liked the way he was up to date on my care
- March 22, 2022 An excellent Doctor!!!!
- March 22, 2022 Thomas has a neat mustache.
- March 18, 2022 shows concern about you and your health
- March 8, 2022 He is an awesome Dr. I would recommend him to all my friends who needs a heart dr. Everyone is so kind and pleasant.
- February 24, 2022 Friendly caring Doctor
- February 24, 2022 He really takes the time to listen . Every Patient is different and has different needs. He has become a trusted doctor to me.
- February 23, 2022 Dr. Folk always listens to my concerns and addresses any questions I have as best he can. Love this office and staff.
- February 23, 2022 Good bedside manner
- February 23, 2022 Dr. Folk is one of the best, I have been going to him over 15 yrs. He is very caring and listens to your concerns.
- February 17, 2022 I continue to be extremely impressed with Dr. Folk. He listens to my concerns, answers my questions, and never rushes me or appears to be in a hurry to get to the next patient.
- February 13, 2022 Great bedside manner. I like him.
- February 11, 2022 I appreciate that Dr. Folk includes me in his decision about my care!!
- February 7, 2022 Dr. Folk is the BEST Cardiologist I have seen! Very interested in taking care of patients needs and works with patient??s general practitioner to achieve best results for patient.
Locations
Heart and Vascular - High Point
at Congdon Heart and Vascular Center
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Hours of Operation
Mon - Thurs: 8 am - 5 pm
Fri: 8 am - 12:30 pm
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Credentials
Education
- MD, Wake Forest Univeristy School of Med-Bowman Gray School of Medicine, 1991
Residency
- Internal Medicine, Wake Forest Univeristy School of Med-Bowman Gray School of Medicine, 1992
- Internal Medicine, Wake Forest Univeristy School of Med-Bowman Gray School of Medicine, 1994
Fellowship
- Cardiology, University of North Carolina Hospitals, 1997
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease
Positions
- Physician
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC