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Dr. Star Nixon, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
3.5 (11)
Map Pin Small Louisville, KY
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17 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Star Nixon, MD

Dr. Star Nixon, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Louisville, KY. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 17 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from UNIV OF NC CHAPEL HILL SCH OF MED.

Dr. Nixon works at UofL Physicians - Pediatrics Sleep Medicine in Louisville, KY with other offices in Cortez, CO. They frequently treat conditions like Humerus Fracture along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Nixon's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Norton Children's Hospital
    231 E Chestnut St, Louisville, KY 40202 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (502) 629-6000
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2
    Children's Orthopaedics of Louisville
    3999 Dutchmans Ln Ste 6F, Louisville, KY 40207 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (502) 394-5678
  3. 3
    Southwest Medical Group, Orthopedics
    20 S Market St # 2, Cortez, CO 81321 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions

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De Quervain's Disease Chevron Icon
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Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve) Chevron Icon
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Pyogenic Arthritis Chevron Icon
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    About Dr. Star Nixon, MD

    Specialties
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 17 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1326169327
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Michigan / Ann Arbor
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Of Colorado Health Sciences Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • UNIV OF NC CHAPEL HILL SCH OF MED
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Nixon has seen patients for Humerus Fracture, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Nixon on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Nixon. The overall rating for this provider is 3.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Nixon.

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