Nicole M. Branning

Nicole M. Branning, NP

Nurse Practitioner
Geisinger Health System
GCMC Podiatry
1800 Mulberry Street, 
Scranton, PA 
Accepting New Patients

Geisinger Health System
GCMC Podiatry
1800 Mulberry Street, 
Scranton, PA 
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Overview

Nicole Branning, MHA, DPM, is a surgical podiatrist specializing in conditions of the foot and ankle. She cares for children and adults, performing procedures to treat foot conditions like ingrown toenails, bunions, sports injuries and correction of hammertoes and flat feet. She also provides diabetic foot care for wounds and other complications. Dr. Branning has a special interest in fracture care and limb salvage, particularly in patients with diabetes, who may have infections in their heel or surrounding soft tissue.|“I strive to be a strong advocate for patients and their families and innovate medical and surgical plans that align with patient goals,” she says, adding that she prioritizes interdisciplinary, team-based management.|Dr. Branning earned her medical degree from Temple University School of Podiatry in Philadelphia. After medical school, she completed a residency at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton. She is board certified in foot surgery by, and is a fellow of, the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. She is also board certified in Podiatric Medicine by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine with added qualification in Wound Care and Amputation Prevention.|“I was inspired to practice medicine from my mother, who lost her life to a medical error in 2007,” Dr. Branning says.|A native of NEPA, Dr. Branning is committed to serving her neighbors, family and friends. She serves on several quality and leadership committees at Geisinger.

Her top areas of expertise are Morton Neuroma, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Fungal Nail Infection, and Gangrene.

Graduate Institution
Temple University School Of Podiatry, 2007 - Doctor Of Podiatric Medicine
Specialties
Nurse Practitioner
Licenses
Podiatrist in PA
Hospital Affiliations
Geisinger-Community Medical Center
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Female

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Locations

GCMC Podiatry
1800 Mulberry Street, Scranton, PA 18510
Call: 570-703-8146
Other Locations
Geisinger Scranton - Wound Care
300 Lackawanna Avenue, Suite 150, Scranton, PA 18503
Call: 800-275-6401
Geisinger Scranton - Podiatry
300 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton, PA 18503
Call: 800-275-6401
Geisinger Scranton - Podiatry
300 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton, PA 18503
Call: 800-275-6401
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