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Dr. Nicholas Cook, MD

Dr. Nicholas Cook, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Nicholas Cook, MD is a hand and upper extremity surgery specialist in Muncie, IN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Reid Health and Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 44 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (44 reviews)

Practice

3600 W Bethel Ave Muncie, IN 47304

Make an Appointment

(800) 622-6575

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cook is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Anderson, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cook 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cook's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cook

4.6

44 ratings, 29 with a written review
5 Star
86%
86%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
2%
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1 Star
7%
7%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Osteoarthritis sufferer – Jul 17, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Beth – Jul 12, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Bev – Dec 17, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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B. W. – Jul 16, 2023
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Thanks for the great review!
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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
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Maria – Nov 16, 2022
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Thank you for the positive review, Maria!
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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
Gupta, Pradeep – Feb 14, 2022
Dr. Cook's Reply –
Thanks for the positive review!
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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
Randy Miller – Sep 03, 2021
Dr. Cook's Reply –
Thank you, Randy!
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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
Jeanne D Houchins – Mar 14, 2021
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Thank you for the kind review, Jeanne!
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Morton Freda – Jan 27, 2021
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Wonderful! Thank you for the kind feedback!
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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
Jan 01, 2021
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Thank you for the kind review!
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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
Jun 19, 2020
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Thank you for the review! Have a great day!
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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
Jun 10, 2020
Thank you for the kind feedback. Have a great...Read More
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jerry Egly – May 06, 2020
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Thank you, Jerry. Have a great week!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Pamela Collins – Mar 01, 2020
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Thank you, Pamela! Have a nice day!
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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
Feb 07, 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
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Oscar S. – Feb 07, 2020
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Thank you, Oscar. Have a great day!
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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
Jan 08, 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
Neil Schmottlach – Jan 06, 2020
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Wonderful! Thank you, Neil. Have a great day!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Muncie – Jun 28, 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
Helpful
Jun 14, 2019
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About Me

biography

I am a board-certified, fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity orthopedic surgeon and specialize in treating hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder injuries and conditions. My goal is for my patients to be able to fully participate in their active...read more

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, University Of Alabama At Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Orthopedic Surgery, Beaumont Health System, Royal Oak, Michigan

    Residency Hospital

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2004

  • American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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

Central Indiana Orthopedics Muncie3600 W Bethel Ave Muncie, IN 47304
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Community Hospital of Bremen

    1020 High Rd
    Bremen, IN 46506

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    84%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ascension St. Vincent Anderson

    2015 Jackson St
    Anderson, IN 46016
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Reid Health

    1100 Reid Pkwy
    Richmond, IN 47374
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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