Dr. Robert G. Nicholas | Yankton, SD | Otolaryngologist

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Dr. Robert Nicholas treats hearing loss, hearing loss in children, and cerumen impaction, and performs earwax removal, endoscopic sinus surgery, and nasal endoscopy. He practices otolaryngology–head and neck surgery with 10 years of experience.

He earned his medical degree from Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and sees patients in Yankton, South Dakota, and Norfolk, Nebraska. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Nicholas 5 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
5

12 Ratings
10 years of experience
36 insurance plans accepted
Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota
12 written reviews
1 specialty
1 area of expertise
6 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Nicholas' Ratings and Reviews

5

12 Ratings with 12 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Patients commend Dr. Robert George Nicholas for his thoroughness, ability to listen, and clear explanations during consultations. They report positive interactions with the staff and appreciate the professional and caring environment. However, some patients did note waiting times in the office, although they found this to be a common occurrence and not exclusive to Dr. Nicholas's practice. Overall, patients express high satisfaction and are willing to recommend him for his exceptional care and understanding, particularly with children and those with special needs.

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Waiting time was a few minutes not bad. First time seeing him. I will come bank for ear cleaning in the future. Had a bad experience with ear flushing with water at another Dr. he assured me my ear drum was fine and in tact. Very good visit!

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October 7th, 2026

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Dr. Nicholas was amazing! I would highly recommend.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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July 29th, 2026

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Very nice person and he listens to everything we told him. He explained his answers to us. We did wait for an hour after being in a room but that's pretty standard I think. Very nice front desk people too

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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June 12th, 2026

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Dr. Nicholas was thorough, gentle, and easily understood when he worked with our daughter. We recommend him and his staff!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

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March 6th, 2026

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He made me comfortable,respectable& answered all my questions

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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October 22nd, 2025

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Very pleased with my office call. Explains well in understandable terms, gave recommendations and asked about questions.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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July 29th, 2025

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Dr. Nick is awesome. He listens, explains, is positive and understandable. He gave my sinuses a new lease on life.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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June 11th, 2025

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My appointment with Dr Nicholas was very enjoyable because of his thoroughness and concern. Also, Dr Kim, the Audiologist was very kind and did a great job too. Great visit.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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April 24th, 2025

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Doctor Nicholas provides excellent health care taking time to really listen to the patient's needs and then providing follow up care . There staff at the front desk does a exultant job as well. Really all the doctors, nurses, receptionist etc. Provide exultant health care at Fountain point. I .Would highly recommend them for your health care needs

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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February 7th, 2025

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Very satisfied with the whole experience even then after was friendly and professional staff was all friend and professional also

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

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January 23rd, 2025

Yankton Medical Clinic Pc Ear Nose And Throat

2525 Fox Run Pkwy Ste 101Yankton, SD 57078

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Yankton Medical Clinic Pc

1104 W 8th StYankton, SD 57078

Tel: (605) 665-7841

Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sat8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Sun12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Norfolk Medical Group

3901 W Norfolk AveNorfolk, NE 68701

Tel: (402) 844-8000

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Yankton Medical Clinic Pc

3901 W Norfolk Ave Ste CNorfolk, NE 68701

Tel: (402) 844-8110

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Avera Sacred Heart Hospital

501 Summit StYankton, SD 57078

Tel: (605) 668-8000

Yankton Medical Clinic Pc

101 S Plum StVermillion, SD 57069

Tel: (605) 624-8643

Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Dr. Robert George Nicholas	Justin Oltman, MD	Dr. David Joel Abbott, MD	Dr. Micah Marshall Likness, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (12 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	5 (45 Ratings)	4.9 (56 Ratings)
10 Years of Experience		30 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Yankton , SD	Norfolk , NE	Yankton , SD	Yankton , SD
Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota	Med School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine	Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine	Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota
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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

Otolaryngology

Dr. Robert George Nicholas holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of South Dakota and Nebraska.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Dakota that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Nebraska that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota in 2016.

NPI Number

Dr. Nicholas' NPI number is 1609221563.

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Justin Oltman, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
| Norfolk, NE
(1)
Dr. David Joel Abbott, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
30 Years Exp | Yankton, SD
(45)
Dr. Micah Marshall Likness, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
18 Years Exp | Yankton, SD
(56)

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