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Nick Knear-Bell

Nick Knear-Bell, MD

Family Medicine

Accepting New Patients
Affiliated Provider
Online Booking
Video Visit
4.9 of 5 stars606 ratings, 103 reviews
Need help scheduling? Call 808-263-5015

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About 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

  1. Adventist Health Castle Primary Care

Expertise

Education

University of Louisville School of Medicine

Medical School

New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Residency Program

Board Certifications

Family Medicine

American Board of Family Medicine, 2023

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

606 ratings, 103 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Never felt rushed, willing to listen and really care for me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    I would definitely refer Dr Knear-Bell!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    I am really happy that I found Dr. Knear Bell and would highly recommend him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Dr. Knear-Bell was focused, friendly and attentive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    Great bedside manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Acknowledge reason for visit and caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    I just recommended him to a friend today!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Dr. Knear-bell is awesome he really works with you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Appreciate the interview and intake process and probe if any changes since my last visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Very caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    Even though time is short on follow up visits my questions were answered

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Excellent physician!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Doctor was amazing. He listened, cared, solved the problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    All my concerns and questions were addressed and answered to my satisfaction.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    Answered my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    First mtg, however, very informative and clear as to what to expect.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Answered all the questions I had. Covered everything thoroughly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Dr. Knear-Bell is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    I recommend him all the time

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    Always listens to everything I have say

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Dr. Knear-Bell was kind and caring. He listened to my concerned and answered my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    PA very professional and nice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Dr Knear-Bell were very attentive and made me fell heard and valued.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    The NP was stellar.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    Dr always listens and communicates well with us

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Would highly recommend Robert Knear-Bell, MD.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/5/2025

    Dr Knear-Bell was extremely patient and appeared to be keen to listen to our concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Very pleased with Dr. Knear-Bell. Made me very comfortable and at ease

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Our Doctor was wonderful!! He is really a great Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    He always listens to me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    Dr. Knear-Bell is so easy to talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Very happy for first time with Dr Knearbell.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Our care provider really listened... I've never had a care provider help us that much.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    5 Stars! Dr. Knear-Bell

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    Listened to my concerns. Answered questions adequately. Did not give off the in a hurry attitude.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Always appreciate that Dr. Knear-Bell takes the time to go over results with me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/16/2025

    Dr. Knear-bell is exceptional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/15/2025

    Dr. Knear-Bell has been taking such great care of me. He is my favorite physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/13/2025

    Dr. Is personable, easy to talk to and explains things in a manner you can understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/12/2025

    Liked the physician a lot

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/11/2025

    Awesome attitude and very helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/10/2025

    Listened carefully. Made good eye contact.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/8/2025

    Great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 4/1/2025

    Would recommend this physician to anyone seeking top -notch healthcare services

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/22/2025

    Dr. Knear-Bell was professional, attentive and cordial during my visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2025

    Dr. was great listener. Was able to gather my vitals and medical history without a hitch

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2025

    He is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 3/14/2025

    Dr, Knear-Bell is a superb professionals. Very intelligent, sensitive, caring medical professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2025

    Doctor exceptional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2025

    He was engaged with us and not on his computer

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2025

    Very nice doctor. Good listener and answered any questions I had. Visit didn't feel rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2025

    Dr. Knear-Bell gives excellent care & never rushes through the appointment. Very reasonable & personable!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2025

    Dr. Knear-bell went over my blood test and recommended what we should do next

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2025

    Dr Knear-Bell was patient and listened to what I had to say.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2025

    Excellent bedside manner

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2025

    Doc Knear-Bell was very friendly and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2025

    Listened and made recommendations

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2025

    Always enjoy my visit with my care provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/28/2025

    Same thing. You're lucky to have her working with you. She's great with people.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2025

    Knear-Belle, MD Listened with total attention.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2025

    Dr listened to me and did not rush me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/27/2024

    I felt Dr. Knear- Bell was responsive to my questions and concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 12/22/2024

    Dr. Knear-Bell is so easy to talk w/. Very, very approachable!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2024

    Was a good visit Very efficient and fast

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2024

    Dr. Bell is awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2024

    Dr Knear-Bell is a terrific person

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2024

    Dr was very attentive and responsive to me concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2024

    He is a good listener and gives good advice into dealing with the problem at hand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2024

    I would highly recommend Dr Knear-Bell

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2024

    Very happy with Dr. Knear-Bell with his medical expertise

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2024

    Great doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2024

    Great doctor could not be better

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2024

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2024

    Good

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2024

    Overall Good, very brief interaction inGeneral.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2024

    Great doctor

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/12/2024

    He seemed genuinely interested and concerned about my health and trying to help me get results