
Medicine is in Dr Poate's genes. Both his father and grandfather were doctors.
Dr Poate graduated from the University of NSW in 1986. He did his internship at Gosford Hospital in 1987, He quickly discovered the wonderful beaches and bush walks of the Central Coast, and he has lived and worked on the Coast ever since.
Dr Poate joined The Surgery Kincumber in 1995. Some of his patients have been coming to the practice since when he started. His youngest patient is usually a newborn baby and his oldest is 98.
Dr Nick is a dedicated and compassionate practitioner, and always has your best interest at heart.



We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which The Surgery Kincumber stands, the Darkinjung people, and pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging. We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' continuing connection to land, sea and community, and are committed to providing culturally safe and welcoming healthcare for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
The Surgery Kincumber is committed to providing safe, respectful and inclusive healthcare for all our patients, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or intersex status. We welcome LGBTIQ+ and gender diverse individuals and their families, and are committed to ensuring every person who walks through our door is treated with dignity, respect and without judgement.