Florian Nickisch
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Florian Nickisch, MD

Languages spoken: English, German, French

Clinical Locations

University Orthopaedic Center

Salt Lake City
801-587-7109

  • Dr. Florian Nickisch, Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics specializes in the care of the foot and ankle and traumatic injuries to the lower extremity. Dr. Nickisch’s clinical interests include acute and subacute traumatic injuries to the foot and ankle (Achilles Tendon ruptures, calcaneus fractures, talus fractures midfoot fractures and fracture dislocations), reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle, and sports injuries of the foot and ankle. Dr. Nickisch received his medical degree at the Ludwig Maximilians University in Munich Germany. Dr. Nickisch completed his orthopaedic residency at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. He completed fellowships in Orthopaedic Trauma at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island, and Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Surgery at the OL Miller Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Institute in Charlotte, North Carolina. In addition, he was a visiting fellow at the Sigvart T. Hansen Foot & Ankle Institute at the Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. His research interests include the anatomy of complex foot and ankle deformities, post-traumatic arthritis of the foot and ankle and surgical outcomes research.


    Dr. Nickisch sees patients in clinic at the University Orthopaedic Center on Mondays and Wednesdays. He performs surgery at the University Orthopaedic Center and the University of Utah Hospital.


    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 272 reviews )

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    August 29, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr. Nickisch has done an excellent job in treating my ankle problem. He is thorough and explains clearly what the issues are along with possible solutions.

    August 27, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr. Nickisch explained my options clearly, and I've decided to have the foot surgery I wanted his second opinion on. Thanks.

    August 20, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    could not have been happier with his expertise

    August 20, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    I think everyone would be very satisfied with his care and that of the staff.

    August 16, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Very good doctor he treated me well with kindness, and they said that they would take care of me

    August 15, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr. Nickisch is very knowledgeable and professional. I have so much trust in him. He repaired a prior surgery from another doctor that went wrong. Dr. Nickisch did a great job in repairing my foot. I am so pleased with the results and highly recommend him.

    August 14, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr Nickisch is truly outstanding, not just because of his obvious competence and being a leader in his field, but because he really cares and interacting with him is easy. He takes time with you and treats you respectfully, explaining procedures. If I had to sum up in two words, it¿s competence and caring!

    August 13, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr Nickisch is great! Takes his time and explains everything.

    August 09, 2024
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER

    Dr Nickisch has been caring for my badly damaged ankle for more than 10 years. He continues to keep me going. The current plan will keep me walking normally for the rest of my life.

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  • Dr. Florian Nickisch, Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics specializes in the care of the foot and ankle and traumatic injuries to the lower extremity. Dr. Nickisch’s clinical interests include acute and subacute traumatic injuries to the foot and ankle (Achilles Tendon ruptures, calcaneus fractures, talus fractures midfoot fractures and fracture dislocations), reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle, and sports injuries of the foot and ankle. Dr. Nickisch received his medical degree at the Ludwig Maximilians University in Munich Germany. Dr. Nickisch completed his orthopaedic residency at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. He completed fellowships in Orthopaedic Trauma at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island, and Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Surgery at the OL Miller Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Institute in Charlotte, North Carolina. In addition, he was a visiting fellow at the Sigvart T. Hansen Foot & Ankle Institute at the Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. His research interests include the anatomy of complex foot and ankle deformities, post-traumatic arthritis of the foot and ankle and surgical outcomes research.


    Dr. Nickisch sees patients in clinic at the University Orthopaedic Center on Mondays and Wednesdays. He performs surgery at the University Orthopaedic Center and the University of Utah Hospital.


    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics -Primary
    Board Certification
    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    Education history

    Fellowship Orthopedic Foot & Ankle - O.L. Miller Foot and Ankle Institute OrthoCarolina Fellow
    Orthopedic Trauma - Brown University School of Medicine Fellow
    Fellowship Orthopedic Foot & Ankle - Sigvard T. Hansen Foot & Ankle Institute Visiting Fellow
    Orthopedic Surgery - Rhode Island Hospital Chief Resident
    Residency Orthopedic Surgery - Brown University School of Medicine Resident
    General Surgery - Brown University School of Medicine Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - Ludwig Maximilians Universitaet Muenchen M.D.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Ross H, Marchand L, Cardon J, Beals T, Barg A, Nickisch F, Haller JM (2021). Patient reported outcomes following lateral process talus fracture. J Orthop Trauma, 35(12), e470-e474. (Read full article)
    2. Nixon DC, Zhang C, Weinberg MW, Presson AP, Nickisch F (2020). Relationship of Press Ganey Satisfaction and PROMIS Function and Pain in Foot and Ankle Patients. Foot Ankle Int, 41(10), 1206-1211. (Read full article)
    3. Neumann JA, Nickisch F (2019). Neurologic Disorders and Cavovarus Deformity. Foot Ankle Clin, 24(2), 195-203. (Read full article)
    4. Gorman TM, Beals TC, Nickisch F, Saltzman CL, Lyman M, Barg A (2016). Hindfoot Arthrodesis with the Blade Plate: Increased Risk of Complications and Nonunion in a Complex Patient Population. Clin Orthop Relat Res, 474(10), 2280-99. (Read full article)
    5. Barg A, Saltzman CL, Beals TC, Bachus KN, Blankenhorn BD, Nickisch F (2016). Arthroscopic Talar Dome Access Using a Standard Versus Wire-Based Traction Method for Ankle Joint Distraction. Arthroscopy, 32(7), 1367-74. (Read full article)
    6. Chalayon O, Wang B, Blankenhorn B, Jackson JB 3rd, Beals T, Nickisch F, Saltzman CL (2015). Factors Affecting the Outcomes of Uncomplicated Primary Open Ankle Arthrodesis. Foot Ankle Int, 36(10), 1170-9. (Read full article)
    7. Barg A, Suter T, Nickisch F, Wegner NJ, Hintermann B (2015). Osteotomies of the Talar Neck for Posttraumatic Malalignment. Foot Ankle Clin, 1-17.
    8. Jackson JB 3rd, Jacobson L, Banerjee R, Nickisch F (06/2015). Distraction Subtalar Arthrodesis. Foot Ankle Clin, 20(2), 195-380.
    9. Chalayon O, Wang B, Blankenhorn B, Jackson JB 3rd, Beals T, Nickisch F, Saltzman CL (05/20/2015). Factors Affecting the Outcomes of Uncomplicated Primary Open Ankle Arthrodesis. Foot Ankle Int.
    10. Cychosz CC, Phisitkul P, Barg A, Nickisch F, van Dijk CN, Glazebrook MA (2014). Foot and ankle tendoscopy: evidence-based recommendations. Arthroscopy, 30(6), 755-65. (Read full article)
    11. Nickisch F, Barg A, Saltzman CL, Beals TC, Bonasia DE, Phisitkul P, Femino JE, Amendola A (2012). Posterior Ankle and Hindfoot Arthroscopy. JBJS Essent Surg Tech, 2(3), e15. (Read full article)
    12. Beals TC, Junko JT, Amendola A, Nickisch F, Saltzman CL (2010). Minimally invasive distraction technique for prone posterior ankle and subtalar arthroscopy. Foot Ankle Int, 31(4), 316-9. (Read full article)
    13. Beals TC, Nickisch F (2008). Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and the cavovarus foot. Foot Ankle Clin, 13(2), 259-74, vi-vii. (Read full article)