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Dr. Nicholas Gerken, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
3.8 (15)
Map Pin Small San Antonio, TX
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Nicholas Gerken, MD

Dr. Nicholas Gerken, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in San Antonio, TX. They graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Methodist Hospital Stone Oak. Dr. Gerken, completed a residency at University of Texas Health Science Center (San Antonio, TX). Patients rated Dr. Gerken an average 3.8 star rating.

Dr. Gerken works at Methodist Physicians Orthopedic Specialists in San Antonio, TX with other offices in Castroville, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Osteoarthritis of Knee, Miner's Knee and Osteoarthritis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Gerken's Office Locations

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    Methodist Physicians Orthopedic Specialists
    1139 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 401, San Antonio, TX 78258 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    Phone Icon (346) 489-8515
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    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 12:00
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    Methodist Physicians Orthopedic Specialists - Castroville
    360 County Road 4712, Castroville, TX 78009 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis
Femur Fracture
Hip Fracture
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Avascular Necrosis
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chondromalacia
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Ligament Tears
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Fracture
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Bunion
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Degenerative Disc Disease
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Impingement
Hip Osteophyte
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Snapping Hip
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Stress Fracture of Foot
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Trigger Finger
Adult Reconstructive Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Labral Repair
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement Revision
Lateral Retinaculum Patella Release
Meniscectomy
Neuroplasty
Partial Knee Replacement
Patellar Tendon Repair
Peripheral Nerve Block
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair
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    • Aetna
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    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    • UnitedHealthCare

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    Ratings & Reviews

    3.8
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    About Dr. Nicholas Gerken, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1851688758
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Virginia Reconstruction Fellowship Program (Charlottesville, VA)
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Texas Health Science Center (San Antonio, TX)
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • St. Georges University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Methodist Hospital Stone Oak

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Nicholas Gerken, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Gerken is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Gerken has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Gerken has seen patients for Osteoarthritis of Knee, Miner's Knee and Osteoarthritis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Gerken on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    15 patients have reviewed Dr. Gerken. The overall rating for this provider is 3.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Gerken.

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