Robert Nickodem, MD
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Treatment & Services
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- General Orthopaedics
- Hip & Knee Surgery
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Injections
- Joint Replacement
- Joint Replacement Of The Knee
- Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Surgery
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Orthopaedics
- Total Hip And Total Knee Replacement
- Total Joint Replacement
- Total Knee Replacement
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Arthritic Knee Problems
- Arthritis Of The Hip
- Arthritis Of The Knee
- Hip Replacement
- Knee Cartilage Injury
- Knee Injuries
- Knee Joint Disorders
- Knee Ligament Injuries
- Knee Problems
- Orthopaedic Injuries
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View All PlansAbout Robert Nickodem, MD
Robert J. Nickodem, Jr., MD has a staff physician appointment in the Orthopaedic and Rheumatologic Institute at the Cleveland Clinic since 2012.
Dr. Nickodem graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Loyola University Medical Center in Illinois. He is certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He serves on the Medical Executive Committee at Cleveland Clinic Euclid Hospital and the Local Advisory Board for Breckenridge Village.
He practices general orthopaedics with special interests in adult primary total hip and total knee replacement and knee arthroscopy. He sees patients at both the Cleveland Clinic Mentor Medical Office Building and the Cleveland Clinic Euclid Medical Office Building.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2012
Education & Fellowships
Residency - Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals
Orthopaedic Surgery
Chicago,
IL USA
1985
Medical Education - Georgetown University School of Medicine
Washington,
DC USA
1980
Undergraduate - Georgetown University
Washington,
DC USA
1976
Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery
Research & Publications
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239 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.7 |
23 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 14, 2020
Dr. Nickodem provides a clear diagnosis, treatment options, and suggested follow-ups.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2020
Would absolutely recommend Dr. Nicodem.
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2020
Dr. Nickodem displays empathy, concern and the ability to listen. I had an excellent experience and would highly recommend Dr. N. and his team. Also, his nurse, Dan, is top knotch. He was always very prompt in returning messages and also displayed caring for his patients.
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2020
Dr and nurse have been great during the journey of taking care of my knee before and after the surgery
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2020
Dr. Nickodem has been my knee doctor for years. I trust him. I feel that he really listens to me.
Reviewed on Sep 10, 2020
Very pleased with the care of Dr. Nickedem.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2020
By nature I hate going to any doctors,but having cleveland clinic as my health care provider painless and almost enjoyable,Dr. nickodem.and his team replaced my left hip about 1 year ago I have nothing but praise for them and all of cleveland clinic!
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2020
Dr. Nickodem help get me an appointment with a specialist sooner than the people at the desk, and thanks to him, I now have a surgery date. Thanks so much, I'm still in agony but see the light at the end of my tunnel.
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2020
X-ray apt. was right on schedule and was completed with ease and technician was most pleasant and helpful. It was a pleasure to meet Dr. Nickodem. He was very thorough with the exam and was most easy to talk to about my knee pain.
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2020
Dr. Nickodem is a wonderful physician he explained how my leg is doing and how my X-rays came out very well.
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2020
Dr. Nikodem was very pleasant and knowledgeable. He is easy to talk to.
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2020
dr answered all my questions & provided all info I needed on my condition
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2020
This was a great experience. I was very nervous about the surgery but it went well and recovery was not so bad. I would highly recommend Dr. Nickodem to anyone needing a hip replacement.
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2020
Dr. Nicodem is a good doctor. He is courteous, polite and I appreciate his concern and understanding. I would have liked to visit him in person so that he could actually see my knee, but I understand.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2020
great doctor
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2020
This was my first time seeing this doctor. Everyone in the office took their time to explain things to me and answer all my questions. I never felt rushed and they did listen to my concerns.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2020
Back on Oct. 29, I had an accident with a neighbors dog that fractured my tibial plateau. The Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest emergency room told me to make an appointment to se an orthopedic Doctor within 2 days. I was so very lucky and thankful that Dr. Nickodem had an opening on the 2nd day.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2020
Dr. Nickodem offered treatments, only if I wanted to go that route. I have already recommended him and praised his service to others.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2020
Dr Nickadem recommended I see Dr. Mesko at main campus after our visit. He reached out to him personally and someone from Dr. Mesko's office reached out to me personally to schedule the next day. I truly appreciated that because I don't always receive that kind of treatment.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2020
never had a problem getting a appointment for the doctor
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2020
Dr was very informative.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2020
Doctor was very helpful in treating my issues and was very informative about other options available to me.
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2019
Dr Nickodem is very thorough in explaining issue, different courses of action and pros and cons of each