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Department Orthopaedic Surgery
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Both Adults and Children & Adolescents
Languages English
Surgeon Yes
Locations
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Primary Location

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Appointment:
216.444.2606
Desk:
216.445.7164
Fax:
216.445.1638

Additional Locations

Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Arthritis Surgery
  • Benign Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery
  • Bone Tumor Surgery
  • Cancer Center
  • Complex Primary Hip Arthroplasty
  • Fracture Care
  • Hip Replacement
  • Joint Injections
  • Joint Reconstruction
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Reconstructive Surgery
  • Knee Replacement
  • Musculoskeletal Oncology
  • Orthopaedic Pathology
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedics
  • Partial Knee Replacement
  • Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty
  • Reconstructive Surgery of the Hip
  • Revision Total Hip Replacement
  • Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty
  • Robotic Assisted Hip Replacement
  • Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement
  • Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Replacement
  • Sarcoma Oncologists
  • Sarcoma Surgery
  • Soft Tissue Tumor Pathology
  • Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery
  • Steroid Injections
  • Surgical Treatment of Arthritis of the Hip
  • Surgical Treatment of Arthritis of the Knee
  • Surgical Treatment of Metastatic Bone Disease
  • Total Hip Replacement
  • Total Knee Replacement
View all 34 Treatment & Services +

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Aneurysmal Bone Cyst
  • Arthritis
  • Arthritis of the Hip
  • Arthritis of the Knee
  • Avascular Necrosis
  • Avascular Necrosis of the Hip
  • Avascular Necrosis of the Knee
  • Benign Bone Tumors
  • Bone Cancer
  • Bone Disorders
  • Bone Tumors
  • Cancer
  • Epithelioid Hemangioendothelioma (EHE)
  • Foot Benign Tumors
  • Giant Cell Tumor of Bone
  • Hip Disorders
  • Hip Fracture
  • Knee Joint Disorders
  • Knee Problems
  • Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Musculoskeletal Impairments
  • Musculoskeletal Pain
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis of the Hips in the Elderly
  • Osteoarthritis of the Knees in the Elderly
  • Osteoporosis
  • Osteosarcoma
  • Pediatric Rare Cancer and Blood Disease Program
  • Pediatric Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis
  • Rare Cancer and Blood Disease Program
  • Sarcoma
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
View all 34 Specialties +
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Biography

About Lukas Nystrom, MD

Lukas Nystrom, MD, is a staff physician in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Cleveland Clinic.  He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Iowa, and a fellowship in musculoskeletal oncology at the University of Florida. He specializes in the surgical treatment of musculoskeletal tumors.

In medical school Dr. Nystrom was to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, he is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, an Emerging Leader member of the American Orthopaedic Association and a full member of the Orthopaedic Research Society, Musculoskeletal Tumor Society and International Society of Limb Salvage.

Dr. Nystrom is interested in advanced techniques in limb-sparing surgery for musculoskeletal tumors, as well as in complex hip and knee replacement surgery. He has published over 20 peer-reviewed articles, numerous book chapters and has made many national and international presentations on topics related to orthopaedic oncology.

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2017

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - University of Florida College of Medicine
Orthopedic Oncology
Gainesville, FL
2013

Residency - University of Iowa
Orthopedic Surgery
Iowa City, IA
2012

Medical Education - University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
2007

Undergraduate - Saint Olaf College
Chemistry
Northfield, MN
2003

Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

See publications for Lukas Nystrom, MD.

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists may collaborate with the pharmaceutical or medical device industries to help develop medical breakthroughs or provide medical expertise or education. Cleveland Clinic strives to make scientific advances that will benefit patient care and support outside relationships that promise public benefit. In order for the discoveries of Cleveland Clinic physicians' and scientists' laboratories and investigations to benefit the public, these discoveries must be commercialized in partnership with industry. As experts in their fields, Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists are often sought after by industry to consult, provide expertise and education.

To assure professional and commercial integrity in such matters, Cleveland Clinic maintains a program that reviews these collaborations and, when appropriate, puts measures in place to minimize bias that may result from ties to industry. Cleveland Clinic publicly discloses the names of companies when (i) its physicians/scientists receive $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) for speaking and consulting, (ii) its physicians/scientists serve as a fiduciary, (iii) its physicians/scientists receive or have the right to receive royalties or (iv) its physicians/ scientists hold any equity interest for the physician's/scientist's role as inventor, discoverer, developer, founder or consultant.* In publicly disclosing this information, Cleveland Clinic tries to provide information as accurately as possible about its physicians' and scientists' connections with industry.

As of 7/2/2024, Dr. Nystrom has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.

Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Nystrom receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:

  • CarboFix Orthopedics, Inc.
  • Onkos Surgical, Inc.

Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.

* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.

Patient Satisfaction Reviews

213 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.

Overall Star Ratings
4.9 out of 5
Explains 4.9
Listens 4.8
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Time Spent with Patient 5
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

33 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

Dr Nystrom is the best! Bedside manner, knowledge, empathy, all over the top. Great guy!!

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2024

Dr. Lukas Nystrom IS THE BEST..he was a great find when I needed a new hip

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

Dr Nystrom is an excellent Dr. This is my 2nd time having cancer in 30 years. I am VERY well versed on my health and he doesn't beat around the bush.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

Suzanne Dowst scheduled my appointment with Dr. Nystrom. She is always so pleasant when she calls me regarding appointments & considers that I live 4 hours away when scheduling them.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

Dr. Nystrom is an excellent doctor! He listens to my concerns, gives a thorough exam, answers my questions, and discusses the treatment plan. He's a great asset to Cleveland Clinic; I'm very thankful for him!

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2024

Dr Nystrom excellent listener. Always gave me good advice regarding my condition.very caring.

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2024

Getting a appointment for when the Dr wasn't available was not fair,,, Had to wait until the Dr.return his schedule was very booked

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2024

Always happy with everyone from Dr. Nystroms office!

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2024

I'd give Dr Nystrom 20 stars if I could! He's always extremely thorough, kind, empathetic, and listens to and addresses any concerns I have! One of the best Drs I've ever had!

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2024

Dr Nystrom is my favorite doctor because he truly cares for his patients and shows compassion. He talks to me in a gentle way and always makes me feel like I am cared for to the utmost degree. I have had a lot of very difficult appointments due to my condition and Dr Nystrom was the best decision I have ever made. I recommend him to anyone I know has a problem I think he can help with

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2024

We had some technical' issues; however, Dr. Nystrom just called me.

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024

Always a great experience with dr. Nystrom

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024

Great doctor and even a better person

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2024

Dr. Nystrom was terrific. Very compassionate and he made me feel at ease.

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2024

Dr. Nystrom and his team were excellent

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2024

Dr. Nystrom is wonderful. The surgery he performed corrected my fracture. He provides excellent and thorough explanations and he answers all questions. He seems to really care about my condition and my progress. I have already referred a family member to Dr. Nystrom and recommended him to a couple of friends.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2024

Dr Nystom was very kind and knowledgeable about my issue. Also very compassionate regarding my nervousness of coming into the Clinic.

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2024

Dr. Nystrom has a very good manner.

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2024

I am so grateful that Dr. Nystrom was able to see me so quickly. I injured my already replaced right knee. I was In pain and my knee was very swollen. He and his PA did a thorough examination and assured me that I had not damaged my replaced knee. I was so relieved to hear this good news. He suggested some simple remedies to help heal the injury. I have followed his suggestions and am seeing daily improvement.

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2024

Dr. Nystrom took time with me, heard my concerns and responded with good strategies to move forward. Consummate professional.

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2024

Dr Nystrom is the best

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024

Dr. Nystrom was amazing - what a knowledgeable man. I was getting a second opinion for a bone disease - he drew pictures for my husband and I as to the procedure he would recommend and said he would contact my doctor in PA - I couldn't be happier with the care, kindness and compassion demonstrated by Dr Nystrom

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2024

Kristie and Dr Nystrom are always wonderful.

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2024

Dr. Nystrom has gone out of his way to assist with developing a plan and procedure which allows me to recover with minimal downtime . This has been critical as I am a self employed Excavating contractor where time is money and downtime is a careful consideration to this plan .Sue and all other staff members including Conner have been very helpful in the past ed visits

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2024

I have been so fortunate to have connected with Dr. Nystrom several years ago.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2024

Dr. Nystrom explained the results of the xray and what I can do to lessen the discomfort I'm experiencing around my ankle.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024

Dr. Nystrom is the best

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2024

Excellent doctor!

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2024

Dr. Nystrom and his staff/students were very Impressive. They took the time to understand my particularly unusual and complicated medical history. Dr. Nystrom was not rushed and took all the time I needed to discuss my fracture and my surgical and non-surgical options. He answered all my questions thoroughly, which allowed me to feel much more at ease heading into surgery.

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2024

I have complete confidence and trust in Dr. Nystrom, unlike my local doctors I see.

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2023

If I were to give a rating for Dr Nystrom, It would be EXCELLENT! From the very beginning of my journey, he has Informed me of all aspects of the surgeries and what to expect after. I was most appreciative of his candor as I wanted to know the facts, nothing sugar coated. Now, I am cancer free and making great strides towards my new normal.

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2023

Dr. Luke Nystrom is outstanding, one of the best I've ever worked with

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2023

Dr Nystrom truly listens and cares. We develop a plan of care together that he makes sure I am comfortable with. He is thorough in his explanations. He is an amazing doctor! So appreciative of him!

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