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Dr. Nicholas King, MD

Dr. Nicholas King, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Nicholas King, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Arroyo Grande, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1989. He is not accepting new patients.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

310 S Halcyon Rd Ste 106 Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

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Dr. King's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. King

2.7
14 ratings, 8 with a written review
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bad experience
not a good experience
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 03, 2022
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This man, beyond having the worst case of a god complex I have ever encountered, is impossible to get a hold of! I called his office 17 times in one day in an effort to get a hold of SOMEONE who could help me, and every single time I was sent to their answering service. And no, I have not gotten a response to any of the messages I left with that service. Maybe he can help you with your injury, but save yourself from the hernia he'll give you from the stress of dealing with him and go elsewhere.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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RIDGECREST, CA – Mar 05, 2019
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Amazing Dr who goes above and beyond for his patients! Explains everything in detail and follows up for months post op. Extremely intelligent funny and professional. Thanks Dr King!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Diane in Pismo Beach, CA – Aug 24, 2018
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IMHO this guy is not very good.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Atlanta, GA – Nov 20, 2017
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Loved the care and expertise I was given by Dr King. Highly knowledgable and informative. He doesn't sugarcoat the situation and let's you know in detail what to expect. He has always followed up with my concerns pre and post op. he is very thorough and answered all my questions. I felt like I was in excellent hands and my issue has since been resolved completely. I highly recommend Dr King to anyone needing orthopedic work done, he's the best! I would see anyone else or let my famiy.
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
6 others found this helpful
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San Luis Obispo, CA – Mar 10, 2017
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Dr. King is a disgrace to his profession. He is the most arrogant person I and my friend have ever met. He should be sanctioned by the medical board for patient negligence since he does absolutely no follow-up on his post-surgical patients. He cuts 'em and and leaves 'em. He couldn't care less about the patient, and is a high-priced surgeon in it solely for the money. If I could, I would slap his arrogant face and tell him to retire immediately.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
15 others found this helpful
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Robert in Arroyo Grande, CA – Feb 21, 2017
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I would recommend DR. KING to everyone , he is very knowledgeable and informs you of everything you need to know and is very experienced. He fixed my broken leg and I felt no worries at all since he was a surgeon in the military I knew I was in great hands! Thanks DR KING Brady Fox Mudge
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
6 others found this helpful
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Brady Fox Mudge in Nipomo, CA – Oct 17, 2016
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Found him to be very insulting to me and my concerns after 13 days of not getting back to me. His nonchalant attitude to my injury & pain was rude & judgmental. All I wanted was to see the orthopedist assigned to me & discuss my injury, pain, documentation & x-rays takin the day of injury in comparison to new ones....instead I got a call from him insinuating I trying to get drugs or ride on the disability train.....I miss the days of real healthcare & real doctors.
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
  • Long wait times
14 others found this helpful
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Mark in Arroyo Grande, Ca – Aug 16, 2016
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  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Phoenix / Northern California Campus

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Practice

Mendy S Maccabee MD Inc310 S Halcyon Rd Ste 106 Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
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Office504 Plaza Dr Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Compare with other Orthopedic Surgeons

Compare Dr. King with our nearby Orthopedic Surgeons at Dignity Health-Arroyo Grande Community Hospital.

Make an appointment at Dignity Health-Arroyo Grande Community Hospital today at
(805) 222-6084.