About
Dr. Nicolas Chronos directs Lake Country Medical Concierge in Eatonton, Georgia, where he has served the Lake Oconee region for two decades. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Surgery from the Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine in London in 1987. He then completed specialized training in cardiology and interventional cardiology at the Royal Brompton National Heart and Lung Institute in the UK. In 1992, the British Heart Foundation awarded him an International Fellowship to research thrombosis and interventional cardiology at Emory University School of Medicine. By 1997, Emory named him Director of Research at the Andreas Gruentzig Cardiovascular Center at Emory University Hospital.
Dr. Chronos holds board certification from the Royal College of Physicians of London in internal medicine and cardiology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, the European Society of Cardiology, and the Royal College of Physicians of London. He has held consulting professorships in medicine and cardiology at both Duke University and Stanford University. His clinical expertise spans coronary artery disease, heart failure, cardiac arrhythmia, cardio-oncology, and cardiac regenerative medicine. He has authored more than 200 peer-reviewed articles and serves as a scientific advisor to the International Society for Cardiovascular Translational Research. He relocated to the Lake Oconee area with his family, drawn to the region's outdoor recreation and pace of life. His guiding philosophy asks a simple question: why wait to get sick when you can simply stay well.
Education & Training
Medical School
Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine, London — Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Surgery (1987)
Residency
Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology, Royal Brompton National Heart and Lung Institute, UK
Fellowship
British Heart Foundation International Fellowship — Thrombosis and Interventional Cardiology, Emory University School of Medicine (1992)
Additional Training
Director of Research, Andreas Gruentzig Cardiovascular Center, Emory University Hospital (1997); Consulting Professor of Medicine and Cardiology, Duke University and Stanford University
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Chronos right for?
Dr. Chronos is an excellent fit for adults who want a proactive cardiologist and internist managing their long-term health. Patients with coronary artery disease, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, or cardiovascular risk factors benefit directly from his specialty depth. He also serves women navigating menopause, osteoporosis, or hormonal health. Patients who travel frequently or live out of state value his 24/7 direct access and telemedicine availability. Anyone seeking thorough annual assessments with advanced cardiac imaging will find his practice well-suited to that goal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Chronos specializes in coronary artery disease, heart failure, cardiac arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation, hypertension, and cardio-oncology. He also practices general internal medicine and preventive cardiology. His background in interventional cardiology and cardiac regenerative medicine gives him a broad clinical range within cardiovascular health.
Yes. Dr. Chronos holds board certification from the Royal College of Physicians of London in both internal medicine and cardiology. He also carries the Fellow designation from the American College of Cardiology, the European Society of Cardiology, and the Royal College of Physicians of London.
Dr. Chronos earned his medical degree at the Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine in London in 1987. He completed residency training in cardiology and interventional cardiology at the Royal Brompton National Heart and Lung Institute. He then trained at Emory University School of Medicine on a British Heart Foundation International Fellowship and later directed research at Emory's Andreas Gruentzig Cardiovascular Center.
Yes. Dr. Chronos has served as a consulting professor of medicine and cardiology at both Duke University and Stanford University. He sits on the advisory board of the International Society for Cardiovascular Translational Research. He also supports research at Massachusetts General Hospital's Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center.
Dr. Chronos treats each patient as a whole person rather than focusing narrowly on a single condition. He takes a proactive stance, emphasizing prevention and early detection. His philosophy centers on empowering patients with knowledge so they can maintain a fulfilling, healthy life.
Yes. Members reach Dr. Chronos directly by phone, text, email, or video at any time, including evenings and weekends. He also supports patients traveling internationally through electronic communication.
Yes. Dr. Chronos partners with the University Cancer and Blood Center in Athens, Georgia to provide cardio-oncology care. This collaboration supports patients managing cardiovascular health during or after cancer treatment.
Dr. Chronos performs echocardiography, nuclear stress testing, arrhythmia monitoring, 24/7 Holter EKG monitoring, and carotid and aortic aneurysm risk assessments in the office. He also uses body composition testing, spirometry, and EKG for atrial fibrillation screening. Remote monitoring tools include home blood pressure upload and Kardia Mobile cardiac monitoring.
Yes. Dr. Chronos sees patients from Atlanta, across Georgia, and from out of state. The practice reserves Monday afternoon appointments specifically for out-of-town members who combine visits with Lake Oconee weekend trips.
Dr. Chronos has practiced medicine for approximately 30 years. He has served the Lake Oconee and Eatonton region specifically for the past two decades.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026