Dr. Raymond L. Nichols, MD | Muscle Shoals, AL | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Raymond Nichols is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and has been practicing for 39 years. Dr. Nichols speaks English.

Dr. Nichols is affiliated with North Alabama Shoals Hospital and practices in Muscle Shoals and Florence, Alabama. He focuses on treating complex foot and ankle conditions and performs specialized surgical procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.3

21 Ratings
39 years of experience
8 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
6 written reviews
2 specialties
17 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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Went to Nichols for broken wrist. Break was set, cast was applied. Was told everything was looking good. Cast removed and was told " Looks like You'll need sugery". Guess Mamma needs a new pair of shoes. Please select your health care individuals carefully.

August 8th, 2019

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Dr. Nicholas has performed surgery on my grand children, two sons, wife and other family members with the most outstanding results and no medical problems. Would recommend him to anyone in North Alabama.

April 16th, 2018

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Dr Nichols really cares for his patients. He seems to be up to date on technology. I would recommend him

September 14th, 2017

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Dr. Nicholas did surgery on my foot. It started out for a fallen arch. He told me it was so simple he could do it on his lunch break. So I believed him. It Ended up with staples and bone graft material left in it. That's what I was told .After 3 more surgeries I have ensued up with a destroyed foot. It i cant even walk across the floor barefoot. It is constant pain. It is 100 times worse than a fallen arch now. It has completely took away my life. I was a hiker. All outdoor things. And crazy for shoes. Now I cant do anything you need a foot for.and I can wear new balance tennis shoes. That cuts out getting dressed up when your only shoe is a pair of tennis. I know this probably sounds like Im a whiney baby. But my whole life was destroyed and Im pretty sure he has never given it a second thought. I hope somebody reads this before they make the worst mistake of their life . Like i did.

June 20th, 2017

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Very professional. Xray tech was especially great!

February 27th, 2015

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Wonderful surgeon, took time to explain things, very understanding.

July 9th, 2013

Shoals Hospital

201 Avalon AveMuscle Shoals, AL 35661

Shoals Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

426 W College StFlorence, AL 35630

Tel: (256) 718-4041

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Dr. Raymond Lee Nichols, MD	Dr. Claude Fernand Martin Jr, MD	Dr. Wyatt Collier Simpson	Dr. Joseph Raker Thomas
Orthopedic Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.3 (21 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
39 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	54 Years of Experience	53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English		Speaks English
Muscle Shoals , AL	Florence , AL	Florence , AL	SHEFFIELD , AL
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine	Med School: McGill University Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: University of Alabama at Birmingham	Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Foot & Ankle Surgery
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
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Joint Pain/Swelling
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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What languages does Dr. Raymond Nichols speak?: Dr. Raymond Nichols speaks English.
Does Dr. Raymond Nichols accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Raymond Nichols accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Raymond Nichols affiliated with?: Dr. Raymond Nichols is affiliated with North Alabama Shoals Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Raymond Nichols?: You can find contact information for Dr. Raymond Nichols here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Raymond Nichols's office located?: Dr. Raymond Nichols's office is located at 201 Avalon Ave, Muscle Shoals, AL, 35661.

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