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Dr. Nicholas Gates, MD

Dr. Nicholas Gates, MD

Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Nicholas Gates, MD is an orthopedic foot & ankle surgeon in Edgewood, KY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gates has extensive experience in Ankle & Foot Surgery. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital and St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (55 reviews)

Practice

560 S Loop Rd Edgewood, KY 41017
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gates 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. Gates 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. Gates' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gates

4.5

55 ratings, 46 with a written review
5 Star
85%
85%
4 Star
2%
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3 Star
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2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
7%
7%

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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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Apr 10, 2025
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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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Apr 09, 2025
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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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Erin M – Mar 12, 2025
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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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Tressia T – Jan 09, 2025
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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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Wilma D – Jan 04, 2025
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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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Brenda B. – Nov 13, 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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Penny – Jun 27, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Danielle Haas – Jun 12, 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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Jun 05, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
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Donna Hoffman – May 12, 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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Apr 24, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 03, 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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Jim Goethe – Nov 23, 2023
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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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Patty Steinman – Nov 01, 2023
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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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Jim – Sep 13, 2023
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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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Aug 23, 2023
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
B Wagner – Jun 14, 2023
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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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May 10, 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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SUSAN R. – Mar 16, 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
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Kevin S – Feb 08, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Nicholas T. Gates is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in foot & ankle surgery. His practice has been dedicated to foot & ankle surgery and sports medicine since 1998. His interests include ankle arthroscopy, fractures, Achilles...read more
  • Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Cleveland Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 1998
  • Mount Carmel Health

    Residency Hospital, 1997
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997
  • University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
  • Xavier University, Cincinnati

    Undergraduate School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Orthocincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine560 S Loop Rd Edgewood, KY 41017
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 1:00pm
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Cincinnati Arthritis Associates PSC Inc2123 Auburn Ave Ste 630 Cincinnati, OH 45219
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Orthocincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine PSC2626 Alexandria Pike Ste 100 Highland Heights, KY 41076
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St Elizabeth Medical Center Inc1 Medical Village Dr Edgewood, 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)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

    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 Ft. Thomas Hospital

    85 N Grand Ave
    Fort Thomas, KY 41075
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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