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Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 70
Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD
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Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Encinitas, CA.
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Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 70
Encinitas, CA
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39 years of experience
Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Encinitas, CA.

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Dr. Nichols graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1985 and completed a residency at McGill University.Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Encinitas, CA and has 39 years experience. Dr. Nichols currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. At present, Dr. Nichols received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 10 times. Dr. Nichols' office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Nichols is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery.

Explains Conditions Well

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Back Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Back Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Back Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Rotator Cuff Tear
Scoliosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Steroid Injection

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Locations

  1. 1 Pacific Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
    351 Santa Fe Dr Ste 100, Encinitas, CA 92024
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 633-3130
  2. 2 Office
    11620 Wilshire Blvd Ste 340, Los Angeles, CA 90025
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3.7
Based on 10 Reviews
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Patient Reviews
Aug 10, 2016
Dr. Nichols took the time to explain what my condition was (trigger finger) and gave me options for treating it. He didn't immediately rush to surgery; we tried other things first. Ultimately, I did need surgery and my procedure and recovery went well.
R.C. in Carlsbad, CA — Aug 10, 2016
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loma Linda University School of Medicine
    1985
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • McGill University
    1992
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Loma Linda University School of Medicine
    1987
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nichols' profile.

Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

Yes, Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA