Doctor of Medicine
The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Cum Laude

Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
Northwestern University

Fellowship in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

During his fellowship, Dr. Nickoli trained under internationally recognized leaders in sports medicine and gained extensive experience in advanced surgical techniques, minimally invasive procedures, and complex injury management.

Dr. Nickoli has served as a physician for professional organizations and Division I athletic programs, caring for athletes across football, hockey, baseball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and more. This background informs every aspect of his practice today. He understands the urgency, precision, and care athletes need when recovering from injury and applies the same standards to every patient he treats.

Dr. Nickoli practices with OhioHealth Physicians Group in central Ohio, where he treats patients with a wide range of orthopaedic and sports-related injuries.  He serves as the team orthopaedic surgeon for the Columbus Blue Jackets and also as the Chair of the Department of Surgery at OhioHealth Berger Hospital, a role in which he helps set standards for quality and patient care while continuing his own clinical practice.

Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine

Arthroscopy Association of North America

Ohio Orthopaedic Society

Columbus Orthopaedic Society

With strong roots in central Ohio, Dr. Nickoli is proud to serve the community where he grew up. Whether he is treating a high school athlete, a weekend competitor, or an active adult, his goal remains the same: provide expert care that helps patients get back to what they love, stronger and more confident than before.