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Dr. Nicolas Zea, MD

Dr. Nicolas Zea, MD

Vascular Surgery*

Dr. Nicolas Zea, MD is a vascular surgeon in Austin, TX. He is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 5 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Locations

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons1010 W 40th St Austin, TX 78756
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Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons3201 S Austin Ave Ste 255 Georgetown, TX 78626
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At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Zea specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Vascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Vascular Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Zea's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zea

5.0
31 ratings, 27 with a written review
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Very direct,professional and a good listner
Review my test results and recommended a 6 month review
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 25, 2025
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Treatment of pseudo aneurysm
Dr Zea had a thorough and informative discussion with me before the procedure and after he immediately called my daughter and gave her an update and he gave me clear direction upon completion. I’m not his patient; yet, he treatment me on Christmas Eve. He seems very professional and capable.
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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Karen Burks – Dec 25, 2024
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Dr Zea was awesome
Dr Zea was very through and has made me feel a lot more comfortable about the back surgery I will be having. As they will be going through my stomach and I was very nervous about that. But he has made me feel at ease. Thank you Dr Zea!!!
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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Mary Kurlowicz – Dec 21, 2024
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Extremely competent; personable
He was very clear about what he was planning to do, the possible challenges and complications. And he was very easy to talk to and easy to ask questions. It took no more than a few minutes for me to have confidence in his ability to perform my surgery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bill S – Nov 19, 2024
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Knowledgeable and personable
He put my mind and my wife’s mind at ease Surgery is an option but not nowIt was the best birthday gift he could have given us
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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Oct 15, 2024
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Excellent doctor.
Dr Zea is an expert in his field.! I know he will resolve my blood flow issues.
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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Aug 16, 2024
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Friendly Doctor
Wonderful pre op appointment
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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Jun 19, 2024
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Impressive Doctor
He explained everything about what he would be doing during my operation, use diagrams to show us what he would be doing. Answered all our questions thoroughly and with a sense of humor.
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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May 10, 2024
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Jest time visit. Dr. Zea was thorough and informative.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 12, 2024
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Seems very thorough and thoughtful about your wel.
I will have a Stint repair this month.
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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jessie Glenn Nichols – Mar 12, 2024
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I really like him easy to talk to
Nice doctor.
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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Julie Holmes – Jan 20, 2024
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Dr. Zea was attentive to my questions and concern.
The staff were courteous and helpful which is a reflection of Dr. Zea’s professionalism.I felt comfortable with putting my medical condition in his capable hands.
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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Sandra Lahtinen – Dec 06, 2023
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Highly Skilled
Dr. Zea is an outstanding surgeon. He talks directly to his patients, and he delivers the highest quality services.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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David Nesenholtz – Oct 19, 2023
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Very thoroughly explained the upcoming procedure and it's risks. He took the time to answer all questions. Very personable and set both my wife and I at ease.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Daniel Brent – Oct 14, 2023
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Knowledgeable thorough and explained well.
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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lanora williams – Oct 03, 2023
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He is very accommodating with the appointments!!
I went to the wrong location, but kept my appointment and arrived at the right location, Dr. Zea still met with me and went over my results.
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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Sep 12, 2023
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Professional
Courtesy, knowledgeable
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Gary Andrade – Jul 12, 2023
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Very likely. He was very polite and thorough.
He examined me and said I was a very good candidate for the procedure I need to have done. He answered all my questions and reassured me all would go well since I was in good health and physically fit. He spoke highly of my orthopedic dr and said they worked well together. He would have no problem as he does this procedure all the time maybe two or three times a week. That gave me reassurance that he was a good vascular surgeon and I felt better about the procedure I was to have. I really don’t know what else to say other than I am really glad my orthopedic dr referred me to him. Together I think I will get my back problem taken care of by these two doctors that seem to work well together.
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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Jul 11, 2023
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Office visit
Very. Good at explaining things in a manner a non-medical person could understand. Answered my questions thoroughly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Walt W – Jul 05, 2023
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Dialysis prep
My introduction to Dr Zea was to assess my arm for fistula suitability. The entire process, including morning ultrasound and afternoon consult, went smoothly. Dr Zea took the time to answer all of our questions pertaining to his task and referring dialysis questions to my nephrologist. I appreciated him allowing my RN daughter to accompany me, and he communicated equally well with her as he did with me.
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
What could be improved
No results
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May 26, 2023
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care philosophy

Comprehensive, compassionate and attentive care for patients for the patient's entire life.

biography

Nicolas Zea, M.D., R.P.V.I., F.A.C.S., was born and raised in Colombia and received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed his general surgery internship and residency followed by a vascular...read more
  • Vascular Surgery

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American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
Vascular Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. David's Medical Center

    919 E 32nd St
    Austin, TX 78705
    Recipient of 86
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Vascular Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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