Overview
Lucas Nikkel, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement. He has experience in treating people who have severe hip and knee arthritis, fractures and related conditions, as well as in performing a variety of joint replacement and reconstruction procedures. He is especially skilled in the minimally invasive anterior hip replacement approach. Dr. Nikkel attended Dartmouth College, and obtained his medical degree from the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, and continued his training with a fellowship in adult reconstruction surgery at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. Before joining Johns Hopkins, he worked as an assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at the Penn State College of Medicine for four years. During his training, Dr. Nikkel gained experience as a team physician for several high school and college sports teams, including hockey, soccer and football. He has received multiple awards, including a Merck Award for Academic Excellence and the Young Investigator Award from the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research. Dr. Nikkel’s research interests include approaches to hip and knee replacement, hip fracture management and outcomes, and fracture risk assessments. He co-authored numerous research publications on these topics, and has received awards for presenting his findings at national conferences. Dr. Nikkel is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Videos Lucas Nikkel, M.D., Biography Hip Replacement Surgery Knee Replacement Surgery Knee Arthritis Treatment Options.
Dr. Nikkel is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Lithotripsy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 27 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1106 Annapolis Road, Pavilion I, Suite 280, Pavilion I, Suite 280, Odenton, MD 21113
10700 Charter Drive, Suite 205, Columbia, MD 21044
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
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Johns Hopkins Children's Center
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Ronald Delanois is an Orthopedics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Delanois is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel by calling their office at 443-997-2663. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel a top-rated expert for Hip Replacement?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel is classified as an Advanced expert for Hip Replacement, 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. Lucas E. Nikkel specialize in?
While Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Hip Replacement, Osteoarthritis, and Lithotripsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel has published 27 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hip Replacement. You can view a list of Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucas E. Nikkel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 443-997-2663 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Hip ReplacementDr. Nikkel isAdvanced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Knee ReplacementDr. Nikkel isAdvanced. Learn about Knee Replacement.
- LithotripsyDr. Nikkel isAdvanced. Learn about Lithotripsy.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Nikkel isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- UreteroscopyDr. Nikkel isAdvanced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
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- EndoscopyDr. Nikkel isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Nikkel isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.