Dr. Nicholas Thomas Gates, MD

I had a wonderful experience with Dr Gates and OrthoCincy. Long story short I had a long term Achilles injury and a Dr at Cincy state told me it would be "fine" to leave it as is. Years later I can barely walk. I go see Dr Gates and learned more about my injury in the first 3 minutes than I had ever known. Surgery is needed, complete reconstruction, a tendon transfer and a haglunds deformity removal. Surgery was rough but went well and the physical therapy team was great. 3 months later I'm walking with almost no pain and I'm excited to start hiking again. I cannot recommend Dr Gates and his PT team enough! Thank you!!!

Unfortunately, my experience with this doctor has been consistently disappointing. Appointments rarely start on time, with wait times often exceeding 30 minutes—even for early morning visits. Once you're finally seen, the appointment feels rushed and impersonal. The doctor tends to dominate the conversation, offering more monologue than dialogue, and gives the impression of listening just long enough to prepare a generic response. Rather than engaging thoughtfully with my concerns, I was often met with the dismissive phrase, "That's really common, and a lot of people have those," which felt invalidating and unhelpful. I left appointments with more questions than answers, and without a clear plan for addressing my symptoms. I would not recommend this provider to those seeking a thoughtful, attentive, or patient-centered approach to care.

Dr. Gates is the most experienced and well-known ankle surgeon in the tri-state. A leader in ankle replacement surgery, my surgery was a success and I couldn’t feel better! I have been told by other medical staff that he was performing ankle replacement surgeries 12-15 years before other surgeons in the tri-state. He is personable and committed to his patients’ health. His staff is the most kind and efficient I’ve seen.dr. Gates keeps up on the latest technology, using an AI computer to transcribe his appointments.

Dr Gates is a very laid back doctor, he listen and will explain everything you need to know, all around great doctor, Ortho Cincy family is awesome as well. If you need a doctor I recommend him.

Told me what was was wrong and what I need to do to get better. Very helpful. Will go to him again if I need further treatment. In and out in very short time.

Dr. Gates has been a God send for me. Injured my ankle 54 years ago and over the years arthritis has moved in. Dr. Gates has enabled me to remain active as I grow old. Thank You.

Dr Gates changed my Life !I always was embarrass of my feet because of my bunions not any more!The nurses are awesome too ,Everyone at Orthro Cincy are Amazing especially Dr Gates .Awesome Surgeon!With Heart Felt Thanks!

Dr Gates is a Great Doctor!He Gave me My Life Back.He Does Great Work! my Surgery He removed Bunion on both Of My Feet .My Feet Looks So much better!God Bless you Dr Gates!

Dr. Gates showed great interest in the reason for my visit. He listened to me and immediately started me on a treatment plan.

Dr Gates told me what was wrong with my bunion and hammer toe how he would fix it and a short time off