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Dr. John Larkin, MD

Dr. John Larkin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Larkin, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Erlanger, KY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Larkin has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital and St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

600 Rodeo Dr Erlanger, KY 41018
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Larkin is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital Edgewood, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Larkin specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Larkin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Larkin

4.0

42 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
24%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Bev Drye – Oct 09, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Aug 11, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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F. Wright – Aug 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Oct 15, 2023
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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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Lona Miller – Nov 29, 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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May 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
What could be improved
No results
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Brad Jones – Apr 20, 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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Feb 20, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Bill Harrington – Feb 01, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 14, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Ken Mastin – Jun 02, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 25, 2019
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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
Helpful
Jason Robbins in Florence, KY – Jun 21, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Still in pain in Ky – Apr 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Covington, KY – Mar 02, 2017
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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
8 people found this helpful
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Heather Lueke in Covington ky – Feb 22, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Larkin is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who has treated occupational and sports-related injuries for over fifteen years. He lectures regularly on the management of work-related injury, employee fitness, health trends in occupational...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Cincinnati Sports Med/midwest Instit Orth

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • Yale University

    Internship Hospital, 1983
  • University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
  • University Ky

    Fellowship Hospital, 1980
  • University Of Kentucky

    Undergraduate School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

The Therapy Source Inc.600 Rodeo Dr Erlanger, KY 41018
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  • Call
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sun: 7:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office6480 Harrison Ave Cincinnati, OH 45247
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Practice

Office2900 Chancellor Dr Ste 102 Crestview Hills, KY 41017
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital

    1 Medical Village Dr
    Edgewood, KY 41017
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital

    4900 Houston Rd
    Florence, KY 41042
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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