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Dr. Nicholas Spinelli, MD

Dr. Nicholas Spinelli, MD

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Nicholas Spinelli, MD is a general surgeon in Charlottesville, VA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University in 2005. He is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

500 Martha Jefferson Dr Charlottesville, VA 22911

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Spinelli is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital Charlottesville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Spinelli's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Spinelli

4.3
6 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
83%
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1 star
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We are thankful and highly recommend Dr. Spinelli
Dr Nicolas Spinelli is one of the finest surgeons I've had the pleasure of meeting. I am a retired health professional and after having the opportunity to observe him "in action" as he cared for a few friends and people from my church, I hand-picked him for my loved one's team when she was diagnosed with a major cancer. He performed surgery on her to remove her cancer, a long, demanding, incredibly intricate surgery, and provided top-notch care throughout her recovery. He explained all options, patiently answered every question, explained what was happening and how best to proceed at every step along the way. We asked him to "be straight" with us and he was; he was honest and straightforward. Our loved one recovered from this HUGE surgery and was able to resume doing all the things she enjoyed - traveling domestically and internationally, visiting family, going to the beach, dining out, and living life to the fullest. We appreciate and HIGHLY recommend Dr Nicola Spinelli.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mr & Mrs W – May 17, 2022
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Acted like I was wasting his time. In pain from a previous umbilical hernia surgery gone bad, he told me the complications possibly outweighed the benefits. So live with it. Or lose 30 lbs and come back. Just had a knee replacement and this, along with the hernia makes it almost impossible to exercise. Stay away!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Charles Coiner-Pollard in Charlottesville, Virginia – Mar 23, 2018
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I WAS SEEN IN THE HOSPITAL BY DR. SPINELLI ON NOV 21,2017. I WAS IN VA VISITING MY DAUGHTER FOR THANKSGIVING AND HAD TO HAVE EMERGENCY SURGURY TO REMOVE MY GALLBLADDER AND WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO MEET DR. SPINELLI. HE WAS VERY UPFRONT AND HE HAS A GREAT BEDSIDE MANNER. HE MADE ME FEEL AT EASE KNOWING I WAS FROM OUT OF TOWN, BEFORE HE LEFT FOR HIS VACATION HE MADE SURE HE HAD MY CARE IN ORDER AND FOR THAT I AM GRATEFULL. THANKS AGAIN DR. SPINELLI.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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CINDY SMITH in CAPE CORAL, FL – Nov 28, 2017
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Dr. Spinelli sets the standard for medical care. He informed in detail about the surgery to be performed, and afterwards in recovery, he chekced daily to make sure that all is well. He and his team are perfect. Could not ask for better medical care.
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
10 others found this helpful
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Bob in Maidens, VA – Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Nicholas Spinelli, MD is a general surgeon in Charlottesville, VA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University in 2005. He is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.
  • General Surgery

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  • Tufts University

    Medical School, 2005
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Locations

Practice

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital500 Martha Jefferson Dr Charlottesville, VA 22911
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital

    500 Martha Jefferson Dr
    Charlottesville, VA 22911
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

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