Overview
Dr. Kevin Nickell earned his bachelor’s degree from Baylor University and his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston. He underwent surgery training at Yale-New Haven Hospital in Connecticut and completed his urology residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, where he also completed a fellowship in neurourology and voiding dysfunction, neurourology and female urology. Board certified by the American Board of Urology, Dr. Nickell has practiced general male and female urology in southwest Houston since 1996 and has clinical interests in circumcision, impotence, incontinence, kidney stones, bladder and kidney cancer, neurology, erectile dysfunction, prostate cancer, vasectomy. He utilizes the latest technologies in treating his patients, including laser surgery, robotic-assisted surgery and robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy. Dr. Nickell is a fellow in the American College of Surgeons, diplomat in the American Board of Urology and maintains membership in American Medical Association, Harris County Medical Society and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society as well as local, state and national urologic societies. He has been named to Texas Monthly’s “Best Doctors” list annually since 2004. He and his wife have four children and reside in Bellaire.
Dr. Nickell is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Incontinence, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Ureteroscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Nickell is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Nickell has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Baylor Medicine At McNair - Urology
Larry I. Lipshultz, M.D., is Professor of Urology and Chief of the Scott Department of Urology’s Division of Male Reproductive Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Lipshultz, who holds the Smith Chair in Reproductive Medicine, is a well-known authority on abnormalities of male reproduction, erectile dysfunction, and male hormone production. He received his medical training at the University of Pennsylvania and received fellowship training at the University of Texas at Houston as the first AUA research scholar. Recognized as a leading expert on men’s health, Dr. Lipshultz is a highly respected author and editor, as well as lecturer. Teacher as well as physician, researcher, writer, and editor, Dr. Lipshultz instituted a fellowship training program in male reproductive medicine and surgery that has trained more than 80 physicians who are now in practice both here and abroad. Dr. Lipshultz is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peyronie Disease, Hypogonadism, Infertility, Vasectomy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Lipshultz is currently accepting new patients.
Peter Black is a Urologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Black is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Cystectomy, and Nephrectomy.
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Neema Navai is a Urologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Navai is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Cystectomy, and Prostatectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kevin Nickell
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kevin Nickell?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kevin Nickell by calling their office at 281-325-1090. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kevin Nickell a top-rated expert for Urinary Incontinence?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kevin Nickell is classified as an Distinguished expert for Urinary Incontinence, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Kevin Nickell specialize in?
While Dr. Kevin Nickell is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Urinary Incontinence, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), and Urinary Tract Infection in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.
Does Dr. Kevin Nickell participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kevin Nickell has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Urinary Incontinence. You can view a list of Dr. Kevin Nickell's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kevin Nickell accept my insurance?
Dr. Kevin Nickell accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-325-1090 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Urinary IncontinenceDr. Nickell isDistinguished. Learn about Urinary Incontinence.
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- Bladder CancerDr. Nickell isAdvanced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.
- BoilsDr. Nickell isAdvanced. Learn about Boils.
- CarbuncleDr. Nickell isAdvanced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)Dr. Nickell isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Prostate (BPH).
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Nickell isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- FolliculitisDr. Nickell isAdvanced. Learn about Folliculitis.
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- Acute CystitisDr. Nickell isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cystitis.
- Bilateral HydronephrosisDr. Nickell isExperienced. Learn about Bilateral Hydronephrosis.
- Bladder Outlet ObstructionDr. Nickell isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Outlet Obstruction.
- Bladder StonesDr. Nickell isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Stones.
- Congenital Mesoblastic NephromaDr. Nickell isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Mesoblastic Nephroma.
- EmpyemaDr. Nickell isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.