Summary

Dr. Nichols joined the practice in 1982 after being on the pediatric staff of Indiana University. A native of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, he trained at the University of Michigan and Indiana University.

Dr. Nichols is board-certified in both pediatrics and sports medicine. In addition, he has a special interest in pediatric dermatology. He is on the staff of the Minnesota Sports Medical Center. Dr. Nichols is one of just a few pediatricians in the U.S. certified in both Pediatrics and Sports Medicine. He works as a team physician for Armstrong High School football. He also helps provide medical coverage for state high school tournaments, as well as for events such as USA Soccer Cup, Twin Cities Marathon and Lifetime Triathalon. Dr. Nichols was an athlete physician at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City.

He enjoys telemark skiing and wilderness mountaineering. He is an avid cyclist and hiker in the summer, and during the winter months volunteers as a ski patroller at Buck Hill.

Dr. Nichols sees patients at our Plymouth office.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 50 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • Indiana University Hospital
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Abbott Northwestern Hospital

800 E 28th StMinneapolis, MN 55407

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Polish, Spanish Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Minneapolis , MNFranklin , TNFranklin , TNMinneapolis , MN
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: New Jersey Medical School Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gary Edward Nichols

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Medica

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gary Edward Nichols has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gary Edward Nichols has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Family Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Sports Medicine
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Indiana University Hospital

Medical School

University Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 1976

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Dr. Gary Nichols's office is located at 800 E 28th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55407.
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Dr. Gary Nichols is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital.
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