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  • Pediatrics, Pediatric Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine
  • 49 years of experience
  • Abbott Northwestern Hospital 800 E 28th St, Minneapolis, MN 55407
  • (612) 863-4000

Brief Intro

Dr. Nichols joined the practice in 1982 after being on the pediatric staff of Indiana University. A native of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, he trained at the University of Michigan and Indiana University. Dr. Nichols is board-certified in both pediatrics and sports medicine. In addition, he has a special interest in pediatric dermatology. He is on the staff of the Minnesota Sports Medical Center. Dr. Nichols is one of just a few pediatricians in the U.S. certified in both Pediatrics and Sports Medicine. He works as a team physician for Armstrong High School football. He also helps provide medical coverage for state high school tournaments, as well as for events such as USA Soccer Cup, Twin Cities Marathon and Lifetime Triathalon. Dr. Nichols was an athlete physician at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. He enjoys telemark skiing and wilderness mountaineering. He is an avid cyclist and hiker in the summer, and during the winter months volunteers as a ski patroller at Buck Hill. Dr. Nichols sees patients at our Plymouth office.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Indiana University Hospital

MEDICAL SCHOOL

University Of Michigan Medical School - 1976

Location & Hours

  • Minneapolis Heart Institute
  • 800 E 28th St, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Specialties Treated

  • Pediatric Sports Medicine
  • Pediatrics
  • Family Medicine
  • Sports Medicine
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Medicare
  • Medica
  • Cancer 13
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 13
  • Orthopedics 23
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 15
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 21
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 22
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 8
  • Children's Hospital 7
  • Urology 20
  • Psychiatry 23
  • Geriatrics 18
  • Rehabilitation 10
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 3
  • Ophthalmology 1
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 2
  • Rheumatology 1
  • Long Term Care 2
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 19