Lukas Nystrom, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.2606
- Desk:
- 216.445.7164
- Fax:
- 216.445.1638
Additional Locations
Orthopaedic Surgery
Hillcrest Hospital
6770 Mayfield Road
Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.2606
- Desk:
- 216.445.7164
- Fax:
- 216.445.1638
Treatment & Services
- Arthritic Knee Conditions
- Arthritis Surgery
- Arthroplasty
- Benign Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery
- Bone Tumor Surgery
- Cancer
- Cancer Center
- Complex Primary Hip Arthroplasty
- Complex Primary Knee Arthroplasty
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Injections
- Joint Reconstruction
- Joint Replacement
- Joint Replacement Of The Knee
- Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Replacement
- Musculoskeletal Oncology
- Orthopaedic Pathology
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Orthopaedics
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Primary And Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty
- Primary And Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Reconstructive Surgery Of The Hip
- Reconstructive Surgery Of The Knee
- Robotic Assisted Hip Replacement
- Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement
- Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Replacement
- Sarcoma oncologists
- Sarcoma surgery
- Soft Tissue (Sarcoma)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery
- Steroid Injections
- Surgical Treatment Of Arthritis Of The Hips And Knees
- Surgical Treatment of Bone Tumors
- Surgical treatment of metastatic bone disease
- Surgical Treatment of Soft Tissue Tumors
- Total Hip And Total Knee Replacement
- Total Joint Replacement
- Total Knee Replacement
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Aneurysmal Bone Cyst
- Arthritic Knee Problems
- Arthritis
- Arthritis Of The Hip
- Arthritis Of The Knee
- Avascular Necrosis
- Avascular Necrosis Of The Hip
- Avascular Necrosis Of The Knee
- Benign Bone Tumors
- Benign Tumors / Masses Of The Foot
- Bone Disorders
- Bone Tumors
- Epithelioid Hemangioendothelioma (EHE)
- Fractures
- Giant Cell Tumor of Bone
- Hip Disorders
- Hip Fracture
- Hip Replacement
- Knee Joint Disorders
- Knee Problems
- Malignant Bone Tumors.
- Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Musculoskeletal Impairments
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis Of The Hips And 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
- Soft Tissue Tumor Pathology
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View All PlansAbout 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
Appointed
2017
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of Florida College of Medicine
Orthopedic Oncology
Gainesville,
FL USA
2013
Residency - University of Iowa
Orthopedic Surgery
Iowa City,
IA USA
2012
Medical Education - University of Minnesota
Minneapolis,
MN USA
2007
Undergraduate - Saint Olaf College
Chemistry
Northfield,
MN USA
2003
Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery
Research & Publications
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As of 6/16/2021, 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 as a paid consultant, speaker or member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Onkos Surgical, Inc.
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176 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 | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
34 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Sep 21, 2021
Dr. Nystorm is a wonderful person. He is a very good listener and showed care, empathy during the visit. He gave us confidence in the treatment plan he proposed.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2021
When I called the clinic they went through a round of questions and they wanted me to schedule with neurology instead of Dr Nystrom. Had to get his direct line in order to schedule this appointment.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2021
Dr. Nystrom and his staff made both of us feel at ease and took their time in explaining my husband's medical issue and options. Would STRONGLY recommend him and his staff to anyone who needs orthopedic assistance/attention.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2021
Making an appointment should not be so difficult. Having to go through the question session to determine I needed a different doctor was aggravating. When being referred to a specific doctor one should be able to make that appointment.
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2021
Doctor is very personable and caring---sensitive to my concerns.
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2021
Dr. Nystrom is one of my favorite doctors of all time. He takes time to listen to problems the patient is having and works on solutions to better the patients life
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2021
Dr Nystrom was also helpful in doing a quick physical exam on another issue I had related to a bicep tendon surgery I had five years ago, despite it not being my primary reason for making the appointment.
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2021
Best bed side manners I've ever seen, his staff are also outstanding individuals I feel blessed to have him as my doctor.
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2021
Dr. Nystrom is top notch! I always recommend him.
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2021
Dr. Nystrom is a very caring and thoughtful doctor. I am glad I got to discuss my situation with him.
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2021
Very pleased with Doctor Nystrom and his staff
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2021
Dr Nystrom is wonderful
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2021
Dr. Lukas Nystrom is the model surgeon! He went above and beyond when preparing me for what was to occur before, during and after my total knee replacement surgery. His attention to detail when explaining what to expect put me at ease. I suffer with fibromyalgia and when I was in severe pain on our followup visit, the Dr. was so empathetic and took such care in helping me find a specialist, that he brought more tears to my eyes. That is a rare quality in the Dr.'s I've had in the past. I already recommend him to anyone seeking his care. I actually look forward to replacing my left knee as well.
Reviewed on May 25, 2021
Cancer is a very scary thing and it definitely put my mind at ease to be able to see Dr. Nystrom and get a plan to move forward.
Reviewed on May 20, 2021
Dr Nystrom is an excellent doctor.
Reviewed on May 20, 2021
Dr. Nystrom and was amazing and gave lots of advice on how to treat my new scar and what the future of it should look like.
Reviewed on May 4, 2021
I was very pleased with how soon I was able to get in to see Dr. Nystrom.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2021
I feel very good about my treatment with dr. Nystrom. He takes the time necessary for questions and always moves quickly on issues that require it ( potential cancer)
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2021
Dr. Nystrom is the best doctor/surgeon I have ever dealt with.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2021
Fantastic doctor!
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2021
My dr. visited me daily.
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2021
This was our 2nd visit with Dr Nystrom and was even moreimpressed with him. We feel he will take the Best care of our Special needs son and hope the Hospital visit does the same.
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2021
Very impressed with Dr Nystrom
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2021
Dr. Nystrom is very caring and helpful. He explained several medical terms from my x-ray results and put me at ease about the results. He also gave me an injection in my shoulder with very little pain.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2020
Dr. Nystrom has been wonderful throughout our very stressful diagnosis and treatment of our son. He has shown compassion, understanding and knowledge that has made a very difficult situation a little easier. He is the best we could have hoped for in medical care.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2020
I am blessed to have Dr. Nystrom caring for me and my condition. From day one he has listened to me and my problems and concerns. He developed us a plan to follow with solutions in mind to get me well and active again.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2020
Very good visit with doctor
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2020
always a pleasure with Dr Nystrom
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2020
Dr. Nystrom and staff are very caring,exceptionally prompt regarding responding to my concerns,and exceedingly professional.
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2020
Doctor and Staff are the best. My wife and Dr. & Staff are the best. My wife and I are of the same feeling about Dr. Nystrom.
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2020
Dr. Nystrom is best doc I have ever dealt with.
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2020
My dr was great. My video appt went much better than the first one. I had trouble connecting because I was using my phone and didn't realize I needed to download safari. Your you-tube video did help. Wish there was a way to confirm before your visit that you were connected and all was good before your appointment.
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2020
Dr. Nystrom could not have been better and more professional. complex procedure done with ease. extremely impressed
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2020
would recommend Dr. Nystrom to all