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Nicholas Kennedy, MD

  • 4.7 / 5 (249 ratings)
Orthopedic Surgery
Location
111 S 11th Ave, Suite 320, Yakima, WA, 98902
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Nicholas Kennedy, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Yakima, WA who specializes in sports medicine and knee surgery. He is a member of Orthopedics Northwest and is a Clinical Assistant Professor at WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine and Pacific Northwest University. Dr. Kennedy has a passion for treating patients with knee injuries and helping get them back to the activities that they love and the lifestyle they desire.

During a year of research at the Steadman Clinic in Vail, CO, Nick realized he had an extreme passion for injuries, biomechanics and surgical treatments of the knee. After obtaining his medical degree at Oregon Health & Science University, he went on to train at the Mayo Clinic where he learned from world experts and leaders in his field.

Before coming back to the Yakima Valley, Dr. Kennedy further solidified his knowledge of complex knee injury and surgery at Twin Cities Orthopedics in Minnesota where he also was able to gain experience as a team physician for the St. Paul Saints and the Minnesota Twins. He now proudly serves the greater Yakima Valley and Washington State helping to bring excellence in Orthopedics to everyone he encounters. 

Languages: English
Professional School: Oregon Health & Science University (Portland, OR)
Residency: Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN)
Fellowship: Twin Cities Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery (Minneapolis, MN)

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  • 4.8 Provider showed concern
  • 4.8 Provider explained things clearly
  • 4.8 Provider included you in decisions
  • 4.7 Provider discussed treatment options
  • 4.7 Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.7 out of 5 (249 ratings, 56 comments)
  • Mar, 30 2026
    Dr. Nick Kennedy has always kept me in the loop and has clearly explained everything that has happened and will be happening.
  • Mar, 30 2026
    We came in to have an MRI reviewed the team worked very hard to figure out what issue it was a little tricky diagnosis, but we left feeling like we had the best information that we could get.
  • Mar, 30 2026
    Dr. Kennedy did an amazing job on my right knee replacement surgery !
  • Mar, 26 2026
    All my questions were answered respectfully and were easy to understand.
  • Feb, 26 2026
    Dr Kennedy was excellent. Fast tracking the necessary Imaging while connecting w me at a professional and personal level, making everything clear and easy to understand. Outstanding.
  • Feb, 9 2026
    Excellent experience - Dr Nick was very patient in answering my questions. He was also very empathetic to the Issues & pain I've been having with the protracted recovery of my total knee replacement-done @ another facility.
  • Feb, 2 2026
    Dr. Kennedy is a very young doctor with a lot of intelligence and experience, he does an excellent job, I am very satisfied with his work, I recommend him 100 percent
  • Feb, 2 2026
    Made sure to let me know if I have any questions he's available
  • Jan, 24 2026
    Hard to understand the complexities of the issue and best steps forward. I left more confused than when I arrived.
  • Jan, 2 2026
    Dr. Kennedy always asks if I have questions and gives clarification on each one
  • Dec, 8 2025
    My orthopedic surgeon, Dr Nicholas Kennedy, is fabulous. He did an outstanding job on repairing my badly injured knee and has followed me through numerous appointments to monitor my progress and support me. During this visit, he went above and beyond and answered several questions I had about a different orthopedic problem I am having and gave me a referral to get the treatment I needed. He is kind and friendly and very supportive.
  • Nov, 17 2025
    Dr was rushed this visit. That's unusual, he's usually wonderful about explaining and listening to my concerns.
  • Nov, 6 2025
    Very clear info regarding my issue and very professional helping me decide further treatment
  • Sep, 15 2025
    Understood my concerns and asked what my help. Appreciated his attitude
  • Aug, 7 2025
    Dr discussed what could be done for my right knee, after which I decided to wait on treatment. Also discussed needed replacement of left knee and I will be scheduling surgery later in the year.
  • Aug, 7 2025
    Doctor Kennedy was very professional and easy to talk to
  • Aug, 6 2025
    We feel blessed having Dr. Nicholas as my surgeon. We think very highly of him as he has shown respect, honesty, compassion and his surgical skills are amazing. Almost a year out from my total knee surgery, following his post op orders were right on and I had no problems at all.
  • Aug, 6 2025
    I always recommend this office and Dr Nick Kennedy to a lot of people with knee issues. He's the absolute best!!
  • Jul, 23 2025
    Dr. Kennedy is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! My daughter is very fearful of doctors and he is so good with her. He is extremely knowledgeable and explains everything in detail and really listens to and answers all of our questions. He didn't dismiss my daughter like other doctors. He found out the why and face get options to correct it. He includes her in everything!
  • Jul, 8 2025
    Dr. Nick Kennedy is wonderful. Great bedside manner, and an outstanding doctor/surgeon in my opinion
  • Jul, 7 2025
    Dr Kennedy is so very personal and kind, supportive and caring.
  • Jun, 28 2025
    Didn't get enough detail of procedure to short of time spent detailing entire procedure
  • Jun, 27 2025
    I clarified my doubts calmed my nerves excellent in everything
  • Jun, 25 2025
    Will recommend Dr. Nick Kennendy. But will inform them about the Multicare system
  • Jun, 11 2025
    I have actively recommended Dr Nick Kennedy to anyone and everyone regardless of age to seek his professional help and services in the Orthopedic specialty
  • Jun, 5 2025
    Dr Kennedy was great to work with and very nice.
  • Jun, 4 2025
    Dr. Nick always asks for my questions & answers every one & gives options on a good plan