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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

Make an Appointment

(513) 354-3700

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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Very skillful surgeon. Friendly staff.
I had both knee replacement and shoulder surgery withDr. Larkin. He is very friendly, explains in detail and very positive. He doesn’t rush you and helpful. I have been very happy with his surgeries. I also feel Sarah Biles is a true asset to the practice. She is very helpful, reassuring and empathetic. I can talk with her and get answers. Appoints are easily scheduled. No long waits in the office. All staff are friendly and supportive.
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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Bad Experience
I was asked to come 15 minutes early and then waited 45 minutes from my scheduled time to be taken back to the examining room, where I waited for another 20 minutes for the doctor. I was then taken for an X-ray and waited 15 minutes for the doctor to return. I was barely examined for the diagnosis I already have. The doctors objective seemed to be to come up with a myriad of other conditions that might be possible. Felt like the doctor was shooting fish in a barrel. I appreciate looking outside the box. But at least give more time looking inside the box. At least look at the MRI confirming my condition that I was asked to bring. Really frustrating appointment.
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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I’m glad I was recommended by a friend.
I’m one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and I won’t take blood. I explained this to Dr. Larkin. He was so loving and kind re: my stand; and stand I did after He operated on me. I had a bent knee from childhood plus my knee had so much pain. I walked 1500 ft. My day of surgery at St. Elizabeth hospital. Ps. I lost less than 50cc of blood during surgery. He took every precaution, therefore when surgery was suggested on my other knee; I said, I’m going to Dr. Larkin. It was Almost a 4 hr. Drive but He is worth it. He saw me today and showed me that I don’t need surgery and explained what my problem is. I just Love Him. He could have said surgery but no, He told me the Truth. That’s the Kind of Doctor I want.
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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Love Dr Larkin!
He did all my knee surgeries and replacements. Such a great demeanor and bedside manner. Felt like I was family! Highly recommend to anyone who is needing knee surgery!!
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 others found this helpful
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Oct 15, 2023
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This is the most wonderful doctor I have every had. He did surgery on the severe injury on my rotator cuff and surgery on my knee. He is not just a great surgeon he is so friendly and caring. I recommend him to everyone
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Lona Miller – Nov 29, 2020
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This is my second time having Dr.Larkin as a physician. Even though it was 3 years ago, he recalled my former condition and was able to pinpoint the problem. He’s an excellent physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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I liked Dr. Larkin's ATTENTION to me the patient and his showing of concern for my problems. The staff was very nice and helpful too.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Excellent
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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I would highly recommend Dr. Larkin. He seems genuinely interested in helping people and takes time to explain things in detail. He is also an excellent surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Bill Harrington – Feb 01, 2020
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It was awesome he is a great Dr
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 14, 2019
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Awesome doctor!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Ken Mastin – Jun 02, 2019
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Dr Larkin is a quack. He kept telling me he went to school in new haven which is where Yale is located. He did his internship there he was not a student. I was sent for an IME through workers comp not by my choice. He was not concerned about talking about his fake education then proceeded to do a 30 second exam and then looked at X-rays and said I think you need an MRI of your back. I was there for my hip and I have never had back pain before. This is why he has been fired from so many practices
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 25, 2019
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Excellent Dr. For rotator cuff surgery, Sarah Bills also is awesome and the whole staff and experience was great ! Thx.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jason Robbins in Florence, KY – Jun 21, 2018
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I had shoulder surgery I August 2016. Still in pain. After repeated visits with shots and steroids nothing helped. So disappointed with this office. They worried more about getting my 40.00 co pay. Never going back
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Still in pain in Ky – Apr 05, 2017
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Paid out of my own pocket $1500 for an IME. Thought this doctor was listening to my health concerns and performing correct evaluation on my lower back and numbness in my left leg. When I received the report from him, found many discrepancies in his report beside the wrong leg. Would not recommend this doctor to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Covington, KY – Mar 02, 2017
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Dr. John Larkin is an incredible Orthopaedic Surgeon. He is receptive, professional, and very personal. His patients love him. His staff is wonderful and they enjoy working with he, Sarah Bills NP and Avery Kondike PA-C. Avery and Sarah treat their ptients as well on a caring level. The experience at commonwealth orthopedic at the chancellor location is top of the line. I would recommend them.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others 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®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

The Therapy Source Inc.600 Rodeo Dr Erlanger, KY 41018
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • 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

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  • 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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