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Dr. Melinda Nickels, MD

Dr. Melinda Nickels, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Melinda Nickels, MD is a general surgeon in Lubbock, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities Covenant Childrens Hospital and Covenant Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

3509 22nd St Lubbock, TX 79410
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(806) 799-7928

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nickels is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center Lubbock, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nickels specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nickels' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nickels

3.2

11 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
55%
55%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
45%
45%

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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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 21, 2021
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Diane Nichols – Aug 17, 2019
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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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lubbock, TX – Nov 27, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Foy Thompson in Lubbock, TX – Jan 01, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Wolfforth, TX – Dec 26, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

SWAT Surgical Associates, LLP is a partnership of surgeons committed to customer service and quality patient care.

  • General Surgery

  • Trauma 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.

  • Tex Tech University Health Scis Center

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • University Miss School Med

    Residency Hospital, 1991

  • University Of Mississippi

    Internship Hospital, 1990

  • University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1990

  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

    Medical School, 1989

  • Texas Tech University

    Undergraduate School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Swat Surgical Associates LLP3509 22nd St Lubbock, TX 79410
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Covenant Childrens Hospital

    4015 22nd Pl
    Lubbock, TX 79410

  • Covenant Medical Center

    3615 19th St
    Lubbock, TX 79410
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    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 nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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