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Nicholas C. Elwert, DO, MS

  • Medical Director, Stroke Unit at Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
4.95 out of 5
Telehealth Provider

About

Dr. Nick Elwert is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of Kentucky. He graduated from Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine where he completed a 1-year OMM/Anatomy pre-doctoral fellowship while obtaining his masters in anatomical sciences. He completed his residency training in PM&R at the University of Kentucky. He currently serves as the medical director of the stroke rehabilitation unit at Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital and serves as the resident research advisor for the UK PM&R Residency program. His passions in PM&R include neurorehabilitation, spasticity management, and performing arts medicine. He is equally as passionate about resident education, diversity and inclusivity as well as networking with the use of social media. While not working, he enjoys time rooting on his Cincinnati Reds and spending time with his family.

Faculty Rank

  • Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Training & Education

Degree

Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Medicine, Harrogate, Tenn.

Residency

Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Ky.

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Ratings & Reviews

4.95 out of 5
21 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    August 28th 2025
    I sure will recommend him to anyone that needs his services

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    August 21st 2025
    My doctor of choice always Dr Elwert

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    August 5th 2025
    I am so grateful to have found Dr. Elwert for this treatment! He takes time to listen to my concerns and progress. He does an exceptional job at explaining services, concerns, treatment options and makes sure that we understand everything before making decisions.

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    July 29th 2025
    Dr. Elwert is exceptional

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    July 24th 2025
    It is always a good experience with Dr. Elwert!
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      June 26th 2025
      Absolutely wonderful!
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      June 26th 2025
      Dr Elwert is almost like a family friend, after 3 years of post-stroke care! We appreciate him so much.
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      June 25th 2025
      Dr.Elwert is the most attentive dr I have
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      June 9th 2025
      In all of my visits, Dr. Elwert has my best interest in mind. He is never in a hurry and always shows true compassion.
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      May 29th 2025
      I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Elwert. He is the best example of a skilled, knowledgeable, empathetic medical professional.
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      May 27th 2025
      He is excellent the doctor Nicholas, I like him
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      May 1st 2025
      Very satisfied with Dr. Elwert's service and their care he provides.
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      May 1st 2025
      He listened, explained to us so we understood, empathetic, thorough, open to questions, was not in a hurry and kind.
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      April 17th 2025
      Dr Elwert is wonderful!
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      March 27th 2025
      Dr Elwert is very thorough and listens. I feel very strongly that Dr Elwert is concerned about my wellbeing.
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      March 20th 2025
      Dr Elwert is always very family-oriented. He includes everyone in the care conversation and gives the patient information, so he can make an informed decision.
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      March 20th 2025
      Dr. Elwert was very thorough, he listened To me, he was very concerned about my progress
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      March 13th 2025
      All I have is good things to say about my experience.
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      February 18th 2025
      Dr. Elwert has been so very helpful as we're navigated my mother in law's post stroke care.
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      February 11th 2025
      Dr. Elwert is an excellent physician on many levels. He is a good listener and genuine in his delivery of care. He always has my best interest in mind.
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      January 7th 2025
      Dr. Elwert is wonderful and would recommend him to anyone that needed.