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Aaron Dickens, M.D.
Great Basin Orthopaedics
Orthopedics: Orthopaedic Trauma
Reno, NV
4.9
339 Ratings
141 Comments
Dr. Aaron J. Dickens is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a specialty in orthopaedic trauma. Dr. Dickens completed his orthopaedic surgery residency training at the University of New Mexico and received additional training in orthopaedic traumatology at the University of California San Diego.
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4.9
339 Ratings
141 Comments
Dr. Aaron J. Dickens is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a specialty in orthopaedic trauma. Dr. Dickens completed his orthopaedic surgery residency training at the University of New Mexico and received additional training in orthopaedic traumatology at the University of California San Diego.
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TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS
Specialty:
Orthopaedic Trauma
Board Certified:
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellowship:
University of California San Diego
Residency:
University of New Mexico
Medical School:
University of Nevada School of Medicine – MD
Undergraduate Degree:
Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR – BS in Radiation Health Physics
Professional Associations:
Orthopaedic Trauma Association
American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Washoe County Medical Society
BIO
Dr. Aaron Dickens is a Reno native and McQueen High School graduate. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Oregon State University where he was a scholarship soccer athlete then returned to his hometown to attend the University of Nevada School of Medicine. Dr. Dickens completed his orthopaedic surgery residency training at the University of New Mexico and received additional training in orthopaedic traumatology at the University of California San Diego.
Dr. Dickens has definitely found his niche as an orthopaedic trauma surgeon. He feels fortunate to have the ability and the opportunity to care for and enhance the function and rehabilitation of patients with complex orthopaedic injuries. Dr. Dickens takes pride in his meticulous approach to fracture care and strives to provide the best possible outcome for every patient.
Because of their deep roots in the community, Dr. Dickens and his wife (also a physician and Reno native) always planned to return to their hometown to practice medicine and raise their family. With Great Basin Orthopaedics, Dr. Dickens has found a group of like-minded physicians who are not only committed to a patient-first approach, but to providing high-quality orthopaedic care while raising families and serving their community in meaningful ways.
When not caring for patients, this family man enjoys spending time with his wife, two young sons and extended family while taking advantage of the limitless outdoor recreational opportunities the Reno/Tahoe area has to offer. He very much enjoys reconnecting with old friends on the soccer field and finds woodworking to be a creative outlet requiring adept skill, a steady hand and precise execution – much like surgery. He continues to pursue this interest in the workshop that he built with his father-in-law.
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He was really nice, I broke my ankle a week ago. I am so grateful I don’t need surgery at this point!
Dr Dickens is the best. He is always extremely helpful and listens to his patients.
Dr. Dickens took the time to explain my injury in a way that was easy to understand as well as all steps in the healing process. My appointment was on time and the staff at GBO was friendly and accommodating. I feel grateful to have Dr. Dickens overseeing my care and recovery.
Very helpful for me and my knee pain
He is always very informative to my health problems and gives me the best recommendation to avoid surgery. Love his manners and help.
Explained things well. Answered questions and didn’t act rushed. Personable and thorough.
Dr. Dickens did a great job taking care of my 7 year old daughter's, broken arm. He listened to our concerns and was caring.
Very professional
Dr. Dickens recently performed a total hip replacement on me. He's been courteous and has made me feel comfortable so I need not worry about my injury. The follow-up appointment at his office was the same. He told me what to expect as I healed and how to be careful and not re-injure my hip. He spent time with me at this appointment and made me feel like my injury was important to him.
he was great