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Dr. Kate Nellans, MD

Dr. Kate Nellans, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Kate Nellans, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in New Hyde Park, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from TEACHERS COLLEGE AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY in 2007. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Long Island Jewish Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

410 Lakeville Rd Ste 303 New Hyde Park, NY 11042

Make an Appointment

(516) 321-7555

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nellans is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital Manhasset, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nellans specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Nellans' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nellans

4.1

16 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
69%
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4 Star
13%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
19%
19%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 26, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nancee Wenk – Jul 06, 2022
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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
Jul 01, 2022
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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
Apr 08, 2022
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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
Helpful
David C Barnattan – Sep 15, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
KP – May 21, 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
Helpful
May 21, 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
Helpful
Mike Wilpizeski – May 20, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 13, 2019
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What went well
No results
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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
n.bellmore – Feb 27, 2018
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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
Helpful
Hillary Z in LONG BEACH – Nov 15, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Central Islip, NY – Oct 18, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
New Hyde Park, NY – Jul 28, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Mazvita Simoyi MD is a board certified general surgeon Born in Zimbabwe she received advanced education in the United States from the age of 17 Following in the footsteps of her father a general practitioner she aspired to be a doctor from early...read more

biography

Dr. Kate Nellans is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Hand Surgeon practicing out of North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center at Northwel

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Teachers College At Columbia University

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Edward S. Rubin MD PC410 Lakeville Rd Ste 303 New Hyde Park, NY 11042
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Practice

Presbyterian Hospital622 W 168th St New York, NY 10032
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Nslij26901 76th Ave New Hyde Park, NY 11040
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • North Shore University Hospital

    300 Community Dr
    Manhasset, NY 11030
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    270 05 76 Ave
    New Hyde Park, NY 11040
    Recipient of 14
    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

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • South Shore University Hospital

    301 E Main St
    Bay Shore, NY 11706
    Recipient of 21
    hospital 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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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