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Dr. George Nicola, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 70
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Dr. George Nicola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Caldwell, ID.
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Dr. George Nicola, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 70
Caldwell, ID
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience
Dr. George Nicola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Caldwell, ID.

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Dr. George Nicola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Caldwell, ID and has 45 years experience. They graduated from Rush University in 1979 and completed a residency at University of California, Irvine.They currently practice at West Idaho Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Caldwell and are affiliated with West Valley Medical Center. Dr. Nicola has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Knee, Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Nicola received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 76 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Nicola is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteoarthritis of Knee
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Baker’s Cyst
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Chondromalacia
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Bunion
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Impingement
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Injuries
Knee Pain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Morton's Neuroma
Neck Muscle Strain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pinched Nerve in Back
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Runner's Knee
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Pain
Sjögren's Syndrome
Snapping Hip
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Torticollis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
ACL Surgery
Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Bunion Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
FAA Flight Physical Class I
FAA Flight Physical Class II
FAA Flight Physical Class III
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Partial Knee Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Knee Replacement
Trigger Finger Release

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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Idaho PPO
  • Medicare
  • Gold HMO
  • Gold HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Choice Plus
    United Healthcare
  • Worker's Compensation WC

Locations

  1. 1 West Idaho Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Caldwell
    206 E Elm St, Caldwell, ID 83605
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 West Idaho Orthopedics - Fruitland
    1210 NW 16th St, Fruitland, ID 83619
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  3. 3 West Idaho Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Meridian
    3875 E Overland Rd Ste 106, Meridian, ID 83642
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4.1
Based on 76 Reviews
5 Stars (58)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (15)

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Jun 21, 2022
Day 7 post knee left knee replacement, No complaints so far.!
Thomas — Jun 21, 2022
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Care Philosophy

  • As an orthopedist specializing in knees for over 20 years, it has been my primary goal to help fulfill patient's desire to return to normal function and mobility. Please visit: www.drgeorgenicola.com for more information.

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Biography
  • Dr. George Nicola, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Caldwell, ID and has over 44 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rush University in 1979. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine.
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Rush University
    1979
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of California, Irvine
    1984
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. George Nicola, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nicola's profile.

Dr. Nicola frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis of Knee, Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. George Nicola, MD is affiliated with West Valley Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. George Nicola, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • West Valley Medical Center

    1717 Arlington Ave, Caldwell, ID