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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

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nilsen

4.3
23 ratings, 17 with a written review
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Very good at letting me know what to look for in the next couple days and to not hesitate to call if needed and they would get me in that day
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 2025
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Dr. Nilsen took all the time necessary to explain what the procedure would involve and any contingency that might occur. He also spoke about the risks and made us feel at ease. We never felt rushed when asking questions.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 15, 2025
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Very good
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 01, 2025
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Dr Nielsen is a great doctor & person. Always professional and caring.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 25, 2024
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Totally pleased and impressed with Dr Nilsen!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 10, 2024
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I have already recommended Dr. Nilson to other people
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 27, 2024
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Dr. Nilsen is amaizing...iv had a lot of orthopedic surgeries in my life and some great surgeons. He's one of them. Very knowledgeable and concerned for my injury... Explains this well.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 18, 2024
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He gave me my life back. Free of pain. Best surgeon ever. I was there for recheck.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 05, 2024
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Answered my questions. Very thoughtful.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 13, 2024
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The doctor did a great job explaining what was happening with my wrists and what I needed to do next.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 12, 2024
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I had great experience
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 06, 2024
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Experience good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 09, 2024
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2024
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Dr. Nilsen did not introduce himself when he entered the room. He than asked me, "What questions can I answer for you today?" Not impressed for my first visit.
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 others found this helpful
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Jan 14, 2020
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Fantastic Doctor very caring and his office staff is amazing as well ! Love this office:)
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Latanya Edge in Queen Creek – Mar 27, 2017
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Dr. Nilsen is a fantastic doctor and I highly recommend him to anyone with ortho needs. He did both of my knee surgeries and is funny and easy to understand and a straight shooter. He will not do anything unnecessary. Tough to get an appointment at times and the staff follow up is ok, but he is great. And his PA is a very competent PA as well and a good guy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Michael Venturella in San Tan Valley – Mar 04, 2017
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Great experiance with Dr Nilson. Im very picky with my care an eould highly recommend this Dr an the entire team. Pre op great, annithes team fantastic post opp great also- a great day getting fixed up. Thank yinz all
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others 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

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  • 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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Mercyhealth Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center–Janesville

Mercyhealth Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center–Janesville557 N Washington St Janesville, WI 53548
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(608) 754-6000
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