
Nick Knear-Bell, MD
Family Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 18-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Nick Knear-Bell
About The Provider
Nick Knear-Bell has a passion for helping people and utilizes his love of learning to improve his patients’ lives. He views health as a journey and celebrates with each patient as they work together towards their goals.
Dr. Knear-Bell practices family medicine in addition to obesity medicine and treats patients of all ages. Some of the conditions he routinely addresses are obesity, congestive heart failure, diabetes, COPD, and metabolic syndrome. He offers a variety of procedures including joint injections, trigger point injections, osteopathic manipulative treatment, laceration repair, excisional biopsy, Nexplanon insertion, and cryotherapy.
In his free time, Dr. Knear-Bell enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, gardening, exercising, and cooking.
Provider Type
Physician
Locations
- Adventist Health Castle Primary Care
- 30 Aulike Street, Suite 300, Kailua, HI 96734
- Get Directions
- phone: 808-263-5015
Expertise
Education
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Medical SchoolNew Hanover Regional Medical Center
Residency ProgramBoard Certifications
Family Medicine
American Board of Family Medicine, 2023Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
606 ratings, 103 reviewsThe provider star rating is calculated using patient responses to the five care provider questions in our patient satisfaction survey. Below you can see the provider’s star rating and the number of his or her patients who have provided feedback.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell always listens to my concerns and he figures out the problem quickly. I feel so understood and important in his presence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Never felt rushed, willing to listen and really care for me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
I would definitely refer Dr Knear-Bell!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
I am really happy that I found Dr. Knear Bell and would highly recommend him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell gives his full attention and answers every questions without rushing off to see his next patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell was focused, friendly and attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
I'd rate as excellent if that choice were offered. Very up to date and open-minded. It's not required but the physician's personality was delightful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
Great bedside manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
Love Dr. Knear-Bell. He listens well, gives practical advice and explains lab numbers so I can understand them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
Acknowledge reason for visit and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
I just recommended him to a friend today!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell is a very knowledgeable & compassionate Physician. He really takes the time to listen to my needs & concerns. I never feel rushed during my appointment & I appreciate it
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Dr. Knear-bell is awesome he really works with you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Appreciate the interview and intake process and probe if any changes since my last visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Very caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Even though time is short on follow up visits my questions were answered
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2025
I do not recommend Dr. Knear-Bell BECAUSE HE IS SO WONDERFUL!! It is difficult to get an app't with him NOW, so I don't want him to have more patients. Selfish, I agree and I have recommended him to a couple of my best friends because I think he is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Excellent physician!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
We always recommend Dr. Knear Bell to all our friends that are looking for a family physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Doctor was amazing. He listened, cared, solved the problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
All my concerns and questions were addressed and answered to my satisfaction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
Answered my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
I reallyli ke this physician. He takes his time and really listens to you. His ability toteach and communicate information about your condition and provide different options allows you to chose the best oprion for you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
First mtg, however, very informative and clear as to what to expect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Answered all the questions I had. Covered everything thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
I recommend him all the time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
Always listens to everything I have say
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Appreciated the doctor's advice on how to care for my foot/arch strain. Good practical advice. Also appreciated the guidance and prescriptions to ensure a safe trip.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell was kind and caring. He listened to my concerned and answered my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2025
Both the doctor (Knear/Bell) and the nurse practitioner were great!! The nurse spent extra time with me to make sure I was well-informed and answered a question I had just thought of after the doctor left. It was a genuinely perfect visit!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
PA very professional and nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
This was an initial meet and great appointment for me as my long time PCP recently retired. I found my new doctor friendly and genuinely concerned about my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Dr Knear-Bell were very attentive and made me fell heard and valued.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
The NP was stellar.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Dr always listens and communicates well with us
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2025
Would highly recommend Robert Knear-Bell, MD.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
Dr Knear-Bell was extremely patient and appeared to be keen to listen to our concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Very pleased with Dr. Knear-Bell. Made me very comfortable and at ease
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Our Doctor was wonderful!! He is really a great Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Dr Knear-Bell was just wonderful! Felt very comfortable. Glad Dr Knear-Bell accepted us as his new patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
I love Dr Knear-Bell; he listens to my concerns & offers options on how we can proceed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
He always listens to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell has been wonderful! He is easy to talk to, he listens and his office is just a comfortable space.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell is so easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Very happy for first time with Dr Knearbell.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Our care provider really listened... I've never had a care provider help us that much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
5 Stars! Dr. Knear-Bell
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
Listened to my concerns. Answered questions adequately. Did not give off the in a hurry attitude.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2025
Always appreciate that Dr. Knear-Bell takes the time to go over results with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
Dr. Knear-bell is exceptional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell has been taking such great care of me. He is my favorite physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2025
Dr. Is personable, easy to talk to and explains things in a manner you can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2025
Liked the physician a lot
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2025
Awesome attitude and very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2025
Listened carefully. Made good eye contact.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2025
Great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2025
My care provider is excellent. He listens to your concerns and provides responses to the best of his knowledge (which appears he is able to answer all the questions) and providing additional details if needed or alternate options if available. He is always personable and professional. I have already recommended him to others and will continue to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2025
Would recommend this physician to anyone seeking top -notch healthcare services
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/22/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell was professional, attentive and cordial during my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell listened attentively to questions and comments that I had. He offered his expertise when needed. He's a very kind and compassionate doctor. He's exactly what I need!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2025
Dr. was great listener. Was able to gather my vitals and medical history without a hitch
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2025
He is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2025
Dr, Knear-Bell has been very helpful even when other Dr's have failed to respond for indefinite periods of time. He came to the rescue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2025
Dr, Knear-Bell is a superb professionals. Very intelligent, sensitive, caring medical professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2025
Very much pleased with Dr. Knear-Bell and anm so glad I have him as my PCP. Since my former PCP retired, I had to look for a new PCP and am happy I chose him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2025
Doctor exceptional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell listened patiently and carefully to my medical issues, and gave thorough and thoughtful responses. I felt informed by and confident with his advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2025
He was engaged with us and not on his computer
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2025
Very nice doctor. Good listener and answered any questions I had. Visit didn't feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2025
Dr. Knear-Bell gives excellent care & never rushes through the appointment. Very reasonable & personable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2025
Dr. Knear-bell went over my blood test and recommended what we should do next
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
I've seen Dr Knear-Bell twice and did a phone conferencehe listens to my concerns and reacts quickly. Very proactive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
Dr Knear-Bell was patient and listened to what I had to say.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2025
Excellent bedside manner
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2025
He listened to me but he was passive in his approach. I was directing the flow of Information. He didn't lead or exhibit direction or future plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2025
Doc Knear-Bell was very friendly and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
Listened and made recommendations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
Always enjoy my visit with my care provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Same thing. You're lucky to have her working with you. She's great with people.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Knear-Belle, MD Listened with total attention.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2025
I was able to get medication that had been refused by my insurance company as requiring pre-authorization. I am not sure if where the doctor keeps his magic wand but I am grateful he brought it out for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
Dr listened to me and did not rush me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2024
I felt Dr. Knear- Bell was responsive to my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2024
I like Dr. Knear/Bell very much!!! He is far superior to the last doctor who said I should go to the ER if I need to see her in less than 5 months! Ridiculous for a Primary Care Physician and would over load the ER!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2024
Dr. Knear-Bell is so easy to talk w/. Very, very approachable!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2024
Was a good visit Very efficient and fast
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
Dr. Bell is awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2024
I can't say enough good things about dr. Knear bell. He knows his stuff and makes you feel like you're his only concern
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
Dr Knear-Bell is a terrific person
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
Dr was very attentive and responsive to me concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
He is a good listener and gives good advice into dealing with the problem at hand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
I would highly recommend Dr Knear-Bell
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
1st time meeting Dr and he was really great to talk to and he gave me good information for some exercises I can do at home.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
Very happy with Dr. Knear-Bell with his medical expertise
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
My Doctor knew what was wrong with me even after I went to the ER and almost passed out. He knew that I had bronchitis. He gave me antibiotics and prednisone to help with the breathing issues. He listened to everything I told him, even when I complained about the ER Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Great doctor could not be better
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Good
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
Overall Good, very brief interaction inGeneral.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2024
Great doctor
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2024
He seemed genuinely interested and concerned about my health and trying to help me get results