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Dr. Nina Lara, MD

Dr. Nina Lara, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
5+ years of experience

Dr. Nina Lara, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Phoenix, AZ and has over 5 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix in 2015. She is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 57 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (57 reviews)

Practice

3133 E Camelback Rd Ste 245 Phoenix, AZ 85016

Make an Appointment

(602) 253-7000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lara specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Lara's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lara

4.7
57 ratings, 44 with a written review
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Next level care.
Dr Lara just seems to care a lot more than other Drs in my past. She gave me a life changing surgery and did everything to help make me feel at ease with this major surgery. This was a follow up and it went amazingly.
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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Dec 07, 2024
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Dr. Lara is a blessing.
Dr. Lara and her staff are amazing. Always listens and genuinely concerned about your health. I'm so happy to have her as my back surgeon. It's been one and a half years and she still checks on me to see how I'm doing. Could not ask for a better 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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Toni Portner – Oct 17, 2024
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Dr Lara is top notch!.
I really like the way Dr Lara takes care of her patients. She takes the time to make sure all questions are answered. She is very personable and professional. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing the type of services she performs.
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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Bill Tasche – Oct 17, 2024
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Dr. Lara is great. I'm so glad I chose her to be my surgeon.
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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Sep 19, 2024
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First time visit
She is young and Nanachable.. Loved her personality. She was very patient and listened took her time to explain what was happening and options for us to explore
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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Martin – Aug 12, 2024
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Hands down the best orthopedic I have seen.
Dr. Lara took her time explaining exactly what was wrong, and what my options were. She was very kind and thoughtful in her communication. She did not rush me and was very straightforward in her answers. I did not feel dismissed because of my age (or for being a female). First time in a long time I walked out of an orthopedic appointment feeling 'seen.'
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Lori Birkatz – Jul 29, 2024
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She listened to me understood my problem and gave me solid information.
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 26, 2024
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Great Doctor!
Dr. Lara is very communicative and thorough!
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 26, 2024
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Wonderful Dr.
I came in with a list of my symptoms. She listened & asked me questions. She got everything moving quickly so I could go to PT and see a pain specialist. One of the best Dr.'s I have ever seen. Highly recommend.
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 26, 2024
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Awesome, Dr
She’s never in a hurry she takes time to make sure all your concerns are addressed and you can tell she cares about her
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dave Lannes – Jun 26, 2024
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Wet kind and attentive
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 21, 2024
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Excellent doctor!
Very thorough; patient, easy to talk to, really really 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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Sylvester B. – Jun 15, 2024
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Was Very kind and took the time to listen
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 13, 2024
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OrthoArizona
Dr Lara was very professional and pleasant. She took the time to listen to my questions and offered great advice. Very knowledgeable and I highly recommend her.
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 11, 2024
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Great experience!
Once arriving at this office friendly staff! Filled out my questionnaire and was taken right back! Had my X-rays and the Dr. came right in answered all my questions explaining all of my options! Would definitely recommend this Dr. and her complete office staff!
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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Jan 24, 2024
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DR Lara is a awesome Dr, helped me with my back.
On time appointment, Gwen is very helpful and caring , Dr Lara is a awesome surgeon, she did my surgery and I am doing great only 5 weeks out of surgery. She is top notch in my book. Wouldn't go to anyone else if I would ever need anything else done,
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ray – Jan 20, 2024
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Dr. Lara was personable and thorough.
Thorough explanation of the x-rays. The appointment didn't feel rushed. Dr. Lara is very personable.
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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Dec 21, 2023
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Awful
She told me after misreading my MRI that I had foot problems rather then Back problems. I suffered for year until I went to a good back doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 13, 2023
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On time, explained complicated procedures so that I could understand. Dr Laura has a great bedside manner and was very professional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 31, 2023
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Listens well.
Took the time to listen to me and was not in a rush.
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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Oct 28, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Lara believes that each patient's pain is uniquely different. While there are many issues that back and neck pain have in common, everyone has their own journey. She is passionate about getting to know each of her patients individually and...read more

biography

Nina Lara, MD, is a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon with a strong connection to the Arizona medical community. She earned her medical degree from the University of Arizona's College of Medicine in Phoenix and completed her Orthopedic...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Maryland R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Spine Surgery Fellowship

    Fellowship Hospital, 2021

  • Mayo Clinic Arizona, Orthopaedic Surgery Resident Training Program

    Residency Hospital, 2020

  • University Of Arizona College Of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery Resident Training Program-internship

    Internship Hospital, 2016

  • University Of Arizona College Of Medicine – Phoenix

    Medical School, 2015

  • Arizona State University - B.s. In Biological Sciences

    Undergraduate School, 2011

  • Arizona State University - B.s. In Finance

    Undergraduate School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office3133 E Camelback Rd Ste 245 Phoenix, AZ 85016
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Office33300 N 32nd Ave Ste 320 Phoenix, AZ 85085
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Orthopedic Specialists of North America PLLC3033 N 44th St Ste 100 Phoenix, AZ 85018
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Practice

Orthopedic Specialists of North America PLLC2902 W Agua Fria Fwy Ste 1090 Phoenix, AZ 85027
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center

    7400 E Osborn Rd
    Scottsdale, AZ 85251
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

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