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Dr. David Nilsen, DO

Dr. David Nilsen, DO

Orthopedic Sports Medicine*

Dr. David Nilsen, DO is a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon in Janesville, WI. He is affiliated with Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center-Janesville. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Mercyhealth Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center–Janesville

557 N Washington St Janesville, WI 53548
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(608) 754-6000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nilsen is affiliated with Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center-Janesville Janesville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nilsen specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Nilsen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nilsen

4.3

23 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
13%
13%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
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Apr 03, 2025
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  • Explained conditions well
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Mar 15, 2025
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Feb 01, 2025
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  • Explained conditions well
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Aug 25, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Aug 10, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Jul 27, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Jul 18, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Jul 05, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Jun 13, 2024
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Jun 12, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Jun 06, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Apr 09, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Mar 13, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Jan 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Latanya Edge in Queen Creek – Mar 27, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Michael Venturella in San Tan Valley – Mar 04, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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Kenneth a matta in San tan vlly az – Feb 20, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Not every orthopedic disorder requires surgery.  My role is to improve your symptoms to the point you are satisfied, many times proper diagnosis and non-surgical treatment works.  Understanding what your symptoms mean is of upmost importance.

biography

I view caring for patients as a partnership and do all I can to meet each patient&rsquos treatment goals. I also love treating all generations of a family. I&rsquove had a significant sports medicine practice for many years and greatly enjoy seeing...read more

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Millcreek Community Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2006

  • University Of Nebraska

    Undergraduate School, 2000
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Mercyhealth Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center–Janesville

Mercyhealth Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center–Janesville557 N Washington St Janesville, WI 53548
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center-Janesville

    1000 Mineral Point Ave
    Janesville, WI 53548
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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