Dr. Nicholas Ryan Thiessen, MD

Dr. Nicholas Thiessen is a surgeon specializing in critical care medicine with 18 years of experience treating complex medical emergencies. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa, where he developed expertise in managing life-threatening conditions that require immediate surgical intervention. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients who need both surgical procedures and intensive monitoring in critical care settings.

Dr. Thiessen practices at Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center and sees patients in Chandler, Arizona. He treats serious conditions including closed head injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and acute cholecystitis, which is severe gallbladder inflammation. His procedural expertise includes performing CT scans for diagnostic imaging, providing sedation for patient comfort during procedures, and implementing therapeutic hypothermia to protect brain function after serious injuries. Patients rate him 4.5 out of 5 …stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his critical care expertise.