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Nate Lucas Bernardo

Nate Lucas Bernardo, PA

4.9474 ratings

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Languages

  • English

About Nate Lucas Bernardo

Emory Affiliation

Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice

Year Started Practicing

2018

About the Provider

Nate Bernardo is a physician assistant who has been working in Orthopaedics spine since 2018. A graduate of Boston University's physician assistant program, he previously worked at Harvard affiliated Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. Nate joined Emory Orthopaedics in 2022, and he works with Orthopaedic spine surgeon, Dr. Eli Garrard, at Emory Johns Creek Hospital. Nate is originally from South Carolina and outside of the office he enjoys spending time with his wife and toddler, traveling, and cheering for the New York Yankees.

Interpretive Services

To provide the highest quality of care, interpreter services may be utilized to ensure proper communication of medical information for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and non-English speaking patients or family members.

Locations

  1. Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center - Johns Creek

Expertise

Board Certifications

  • Physician Assistant: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2018

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

474 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    Nate is Awesome!! He is very patient, listens and discusses all my concerns - I never feel rushed and I always leave with a good understanding of what is going on with my situation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    Wonderful experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Excellent collaboration of care! Felt seen, heard, and cared for

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    My care provider was great, he made it easy for me to agree on the next move for my health. I'm satisfied with the decision we agreed on.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2026

    Nate is exceptional, caring and an excellent communicator

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2026

    The PA we meet with was very skilled an explains a very serious accident. I left with the best understanding of what had happened to me and what I should expect in my recovery. I look forward to the further care with him getting me back to.normal.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    Nate Bernardo was very professional and answered all my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Dr. Bernardo was great in explaining my diagnosis and the different treatment recommendations. Whatever question(s) I asked he answered with assurance.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2026

    I will recommend this facility to everyone in my family, friends and anyone I know.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2026

    Nate was very thorough in his explanation regarding my MRI. I felt very comfortable asking questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    Emory doctors, nurses and staff are the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Great Doctor, Very Informative,Patient and easy to communicate with....

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    It was a great experience. Clearly a doctor who genuinely cares about their patients and takes the time to listen, understand, and guide them. Thanks so much Dr Bernardo

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    My doctor was knowledgeable, kind and actively listened to me. Great experience all around. Would highly recommend!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    All my expectations were met

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    Probably the best visit of mine in years

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    Yes, I would recommend Emory and all the doctors that I work with very high high ratings

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    Nate was great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    Nate Bernardo is outstanding. He is very engaged and attentive. He answered all of my questions fully and communicated much care for me and my progress.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    Nate is one of the Best !!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Probably the best customer service I've had during a medical visit. Dr. Bernard really took a lot of extra time explaining my condition and the treatment options.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    PA Bernardo is tops!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Dr. Bernardo listened to all my concerns, answered all my questions and was very detailed in his explanation of my condition. He is the best spinal specialist I've seen in the 15 years I've been dealing with spinal my problems.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    Nate was very kind as he answered all of my questions.

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

    Nate is Absolutely Incredible!! He is so nice, incredibly knowledgeable, caring. So easy to talk with - he discusses & explains everything - Most importantly he Listens to me as an individual - he is genuinely concerned about my issues

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

    PA Nathaniel was very clear and concise with explaining the surgery and preparing for it. He was easy to contact after the visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Mr Bernardo Is knowledgeable, empathetic, compassionate, and dedicated to his patients' well-being. He listens to the unspoken word and has genuine care in his patient's progress/outcome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    Dr. Bernardo was completely focused on my post-op progress, but also interested in my daily life. He took extra care to show and explain what the operation did, for both me and my partner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Spent a lot of time with me to help me understand what may have caused this injury and next steps. Went above and beyond. Really appreciated his time and sensitivity.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    First appointment with him, very good! Very kind, we talked about all my options and goals for overall improvement in my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Very good listening to what I have to say and answering questions that I have

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Excellent care. He eases my anxiety and walks me through every step with patience and concern.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    Best PA experience alive ever had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/12/2025

    Everything was excellent!

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

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    I felt comfortable with our conversation about my health and the results that I hope to achieve.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    I had an amazing experience. I have been to dozens of doctor's offices in my life and have never experienced such professionalism, kindness, organization, and compassion. James Freeman is such an amazing person and was very professional and helpful. Nate was also awesome as he spent a good 30 mins talking to me one on one about my problem. I have never had that long of a conversation with a healthcare provider. He didn't seem in any rush, and was adamant I had all my questions answered before leaving. I look forward to returning.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Dr. Nate listened and made wonderful suggestions. I feel like he cares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/30/2025

    Nate was great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Nate was the best car provider I've ever spoken to next to my primary care doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Very personable and professional; great follow up on MRI results

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

    Nate is extremely talented at making sure his client understands their situation and explains what he thinks is the best care going forward. He makes you a part of the decision making process which I think is most important. Would highly recommend this office and the entire staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    The P/A took time to thoroughly explain my options and pros and cons of each.

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

    Exceptional and excellent .Sets the standard for how all doctors should practice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Excellent bedside manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Awesome team! Work very well together.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Much better experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Was not rushed when explaining the process from start to finished . Answered questions. Very pleased.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/1/2025

    Nate explained the upcoming surgery in detail.

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

    Explained all of my questions extremely well

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

    Previously when originally was diagnosed under a different provider/different state, they started with neurology and it sounds like I will still need to go to neurology, so I'm not sure why we didn't start there.

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

    Nathaniel L Bernardo, PA is hands down bathe most competent healthcare provider I have encountered. Emory is fortunate to have him on their staff. His knowledge, listening skills, competence and his ability to communicate his findings and recommendations are off the chart outstanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    For this being my first ever telemedicine appointment, I felt like this was in-person. The "bedside manner" was wonderful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/18/2025

    Mr Bernardo was very knowledgeable about my problem and really wanted to help me get better.

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

    PA Bernardo is knowledgeable, kind and encouraging. The parameters of my recovery were discussed with all the benefits of PT were reviewed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/6/2025

    Dr. Nate (pa) was outstanding. So intelligent and understanding. He listened and explained everything and gave many options. He gave us all the time in the world. Thank you for him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2025

    Nate was really thorough. He was professional and caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/16/2025

    Nate was very thorough. He explained my X-ray and treatment options. He took time to learn my concerns.

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

    Nate is an excellent listener and is willing to explain why. I especially appreciate his willingness to take a last minute appointment. I walk about reassured!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2025

    PA Bernardo showed genuine concern for my condition listening carefully and discussed several options for treatment. I felt very comfortable with the options and agreement on plan moving forward.

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

    Nate is always very complete. He takes all the time he needs to evaluate my leg and back issues. I enjoy meeting with him, and I hope to continue seeing Nate in the future. Excellent PA !!!

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

    PA Nate was awesome. Provided a short and long term solution to my issue which is exactly what I was looking for.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2025

    Dr. Nate is very professional and really seem to care about my back issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/22/2025

    Nate is awesome!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/14/2025

    Did a great job of answering all questions.

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

    All my questions were addressed & answered with possible solutions. The PA did everything he said he would do. Very satisfying visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2025

    Nate was top notch. He listened to everything I had to say. He did his evaluation of me and reviewed the X-rays. He gave me a very thorough explanation of my condition and what we needed to resolve it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/25/2025

    The entire team gets A+!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2025

    One of the most caring kind doctor's that is truly compassionate and his main objective is to get me out of pain and back to normal

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2025

    He really took the time to discuss test results with me, options, risks and next steps. He gave me a referral and asked that I let him know if he needed to find additional resources. He talked to me and not at me. He didn't talk over my head. He was clear and easy to understand and I appreciated that greatly.

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

    Very impressed with Nate and his assistants

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

    Best experience in any hospital. No wait for XRays, no wait to see Nurse to take Blood Pressure and prepare me for doctor and barely 2 minutes wait for the doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2024

    Great experience

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

    Nate is a very easy provider to talk with and if I did not understand something he very willing explained it to me and did not make me fill like I was a bother to him. During my course of time seeing Nate I have asked and have had some concerns and issues and I told him, Abbey & Tracey that I felt like I was a pain and bother to them and they all three have voiced and assured me that I was/am not a bother. But when you are in as much pain as I was and you don't know what to do I felt like no one cares nor were they listening. THIS DOES NOT APPLY THEM. They do care and I know it. I will continue to see Nate as long as I need to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2024

    Exceeded 5

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2024

    The dr. Understood my pain and made other preparations to ease my pain.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2024

    Excellent experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/23/2024

    Mr Bernado, PA listens not only to what is said - he also listens to the unspoken word. He is focused and has a very genuine/sincere approach.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2024

    NATE BERNARDO is a wonderful PA for [...]. Always courteous, caring, and very knowledgeable.Helps me with various spine issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/9/2024

    He really listened to me and explained next steps in a way I could understand.

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

    I very much liked the doctor. He was willing to listen and listen to the details I wanted to explain to so many doctors before him but was always stopped. The interest was simply not present. With this last visit my hope was lifted that there are still doctors out there that go the extra mile and not just treat you as Number 156 patient. You should be proud to have such a doctor on board . Certainly a gem to have at the EMORY HOSPITAL. If only every medical doctor would approach their patient like this !!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2024

    PA listened to my concerns and carefully explained a treatment plan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2024

    Took time to explain options and addressed my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2024

    Dr. Bernardo was very knowledgeable, and thorough. Explained in details.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/19/2024

    Nate was a very calming professional. He seemed to know his stuff and was able to explain it to us. Abby, the physical trainer, was also caring, considerate, and comforting. I really do not want to have to work with spine doctors, but these make it easier.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2024

    P.A. Bernardo listened carefully and was very professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2024

    Nate, a PA, was very good at explaining the xray and what areas to look at. He listened to my concerns, answered numerous questions, and offered good information

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2024

    I moved to Georgia 3 years ago and this was my FIRST good experience with MD/DO/PA. I felt listen TOO not AT and I am totally pleased & Im sure I will get the best care possible to get me to my highest level of functioning.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2024

    Nate is very professional and listens and explains things clearly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2024

    Excellent Experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2024

    Nat is very professional and patient and understanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2024

    Please thank everyone for taking such good care of me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2024

    He's wonderful, very knowledgeable and kind. I feel comfortable asking him things.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2024

    Emory will continue to provide my care...

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2024

    Great

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2024

    I don't feel like he never even looked at my neck to see the inflammation he just looked at x-rays and did typical strength test

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/2/2024

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2024

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2024

    Nat is so attentive and listened to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2024

    Mr Bernado's "bedside" manner is beyond compare. Quite admirable and the epitome of an excellent provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2024

    He was wonderful !

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2024

    Nate was excellent. Answered all my questions and collaborated with me for a plan moving forward. I'm an RN, so I know what I'm talking about. This whole experience has been great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2024

    A very good experience!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2024

    Mr Bernardo is the epitome of a Healthcare Provider. He listens and is genuine in his approach to patient care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2024

    Nat Bernardo is excellent very professional and listened carefully to what I was telling him. He then asked more questions for clarification. Was not in a rush to get me out of the office.he offered a follow up plan with multiple steps in order to get to final resolution

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2024

    Even though I don't speak English, the ladies and the gentleman. At the reception they were very patient and kind to me and my family member.