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Nikita Machado

Nikita Machado, MD

General Surgery

Accepting New Patients
Video Visits Available

Highlights

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About the Provider

Nikita Machado, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon with Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) and one of approximately 200 fellowship-trained endocrine surgeons in the United States—a distinction that reflects her advanced expertise in the surgical treatment of endocrine disorders. Her extensive training and experience, including a medical degree from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, residency at Case Western Reserve University, and specialized fellowship training at Yale New Haven Hospital, instill confidence in her patients.

Dr. Machado specializes in the surgical management of both benign and malignant conditions of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands. She is passionate about providing expert, high-quality care close to home, helping patients navigate complex diagnoses with clarity and confidence.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Machado enjoys traveling and solving escape rooms with her husband—activities that reflect her love for problem-solving and adventure both in and out of the operating room.

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Interests

Endocrine Surgery

Video

Locations

  1. Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Surgical Associates
    • 1439 Jesse Jewell Parkway Northeast, Suite 302, Gainesville, GA 30501
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  2. Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Surgical Associates
  3. Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Surgical Associates

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Yale New Haven, Endocrine Surgery, 2023
  • Medical School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal, 2012

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2018

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

140 ratings, 32 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Listens carefully
Shows respect for what you say
Explains in a way you understand
Spends enough time with you
Overall provider rating
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Everything was excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    My appointment had been changed and my daughter could not attend as originally planned. Dr. Machado spoke with her on the phone and gave her all the information directly. Very much appreciated!

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

    I loved Dr Machado! She made me feel comfortable, listened to what I had to say, and confirmed my own thoughts about my diagnosis

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Dr. Machado is amazing!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Dr. Machado was both very professional, caring & very kind - best I've ever had anywhere.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr. Machado exceeded my expectations for care and treatment. She is kind, cordial and extremely professional. I feel very fortunate to have her as my endocrinologist and surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    She made me feel comforted and eased my worry. I love her!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    Doctor Machado was the most caring and competent provider EVER. Loved her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    She was very helpful and made me comfortable with everything.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    I was very pleased with the professionalism exhibited by everyone. I was referred by my primary care physician and feel my questions and concerns were heard and appropriately addressed. I expect to continue receiving care from this physician and practice.

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

    Great job

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

    So passionate(loving)to my feelings I feel like family when I see my provider keep up the good work

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Dr. Machado demonstrates overall excellence in healthcare. I feel fortunate to have her as my provider, and recommend her to others.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Dr Machado was amazing. She is quite possibly the best, most caring and Informative doctor I have ever seen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Outstanding visit. Provided information and set a plan to try to determine where the abdominal pain is coming from.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Dr. Machado was wonderful! I felt completely comfortable with her from the very beginning. She was very knowledgeable and through. I am so glad I was referred to her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    5 in all categories above because this was the best dr. visit I ever had. Dr. Machado was so easy to talk to, explained/answered questions to the depth I needed, and was very comprehensive overall.

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

    Very knowledgeable about my health .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    She explained my condition and follow up treatment well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Excellent care!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    This was my first visit with her. I appreciated the fact that she took time with me and was very thorough!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Exceptional excellence in all categories

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    This lady dr is awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    This visit was one of the most productive that I have had with a doctor of lately. Dr. Machado answered all of my questions and explained things throughly. I definitely left the office feeling that my medical problems were being taken care of with by a caring health professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Superb attention by Dr. Machado & her resident included a new ultrasound, when an earlier one didn't get forwarded in time.

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

    This was my first visit w/Dr. Nikita Machado. She was very professional and knowledgeable. She did my surgery and it was very successful. She was a god sent. I do recommend her and her team!

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

    Extremely happy with Dr machado, she's a wonderful physician and I knew I was In good hands and I was

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

    We traveled for this appointment. I have previously worked in healthcare, and I can highly recommend this office and was very impressed with the professionalism of the provider and staff!

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

    Was very explainable concerned and kind

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

    Dr. Machado has provided excellent advice before, during and after my throid procedure. She listens, asks the right questions and provides answers that are reassuring. She's positive and gives off a confidence that is contagious. You feel you're in excellent hands with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Best experience I have had with any doctor she was very informative and very good about taking time to talk to you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2025

    All good.

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