Christopher Nicholson, MD, is a board certified and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon at Optim Orthopedics. Dr. Nicholson specializes in the entire spectrum of foot and ankle medicine and surgery, from common problems such as bunions or sprained ankles to the most complex reconstructive surgeries.
Orthopedic Practice
Optim Orthopedics
Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine (Columbus, OH)
Internship
Ohio State University Medical Center (Columbus, OH)
Residency
Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)
Fellowship
OrthoCarolina (Charlotte, NC)
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Achilles Tendon Injuries
- Adult Acquired Flatfoot
- Ankle Sprains
- Arthritis of Foot & Ankle
- Bunion
- Bunionette Deformity (Tailor’s Bunion)
- Claw Toe
- Deformities of Foot & Ankle
- Diabetic Foot
- Fractures of Foot & Ankle
- Haglund’s Deformity (Retrocalcaneal Bursitis)
- Hallux Rigidus (Stiff Big Toe)
- Hammer Toe
- Injuries of Foot & Ankle
- Morton’s Neuroma
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Foot and Ankle
- Sesamoiditis
- Sprains of Foot & Ankle
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (Posterior Tibial Neuralgia)
- Tendon Injuries/Inflammation of Foot & Ankle
- Absorbable Antibiotic Bead Treatment for Osteomyelitis
- Achilles Tendon Lengthening
- Ankle Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fusion
- Arthroscopy of the Ankle
- Bunionectomy With Wedge Osteotomy
- Bunionette Deformity Correction
- Calcaneal Fracture Fixation (Open Reduction and Internal Fixation)
- Cartilage Repair, Arthroscopically-Assisted Technique (Zimmer® DeNovo® NT Natural Tissue Graft)
- Charcot Foot Treatment Options
- Cheilectomy
- Cotton Osteotomy (Medial Cuneiform Opening Wedge Osteotomy)
- Debridement of the Achilles Tendon
- DuVries Arthroplasty
- Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy (EPF)
- Excision of Mortons Neuromas
- Excision of Soft Tissue Masses
- First Metatarsal-phalangeal Joint (MTP) Arthrodesis
- First MTP Joint Fusion (Locking Plate)
- Fixation for LisFranc Injury
- Gastrocnemius Recession (Intramuscular Approach)
- Haglund’s Deformity Surgery (Resection Method)
- Hammertoe Correction (PIP Joint Arthroplasty)
- Jones Fracture Fixation (Open Reduction and Internal Fixation)
- Jones Fracture Fixation (Intramedullary Screw)
- Kidner Procedure
- Lateral Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
- Lapidus Procedure for Bunion Correction
- Lateral Column Lengthening (Evans Osteotomy) for Adult Acquired Flatfoot
- Mallet Toe Correction (DIP Joint Arthroplasty)
- Medial Calcaneal Sliding Osteotomy
- Metatarsal Fracture Fixation (Open Reduction and Internal Fixation)
- Midfoot Fusion
- Plantar Fascia Release (Open Technique)
- Subtalar Fusion
- Tarsal Tunnel Decompression
- Tendon Transfer for Hammertoe (FDL tendon transfer)
- Tibiotalocalcaneal Fusion (with Intramedullary Rod)
- TightRope™ Fixation for Ankle Syndesmosis
- Triple Arthrodesis
- Weil Osteotomy for Claw Toe
Click On The Link Below For More Detailed Information.
What to Expect After Foot & Ankle Surgery (non-weight bearing)
Christopher Nicholson, MD, is a board certified and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon at Optim Orthopedics. Dr. Nicholson specializes in the entire spectrum of foot and ankle medicine and surgery, from common problems such as bunions or sprained ankles to the most complex reconstructive surgeries.
Orthopedic Practice
Optim Orthopedics
Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine (Columbus, OH)
Internship
Ohio State University Medical Center (Columbus, OH)
Residency
Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)
Fellowship
OrthoCarolina (Charlotte, NC)
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Common Conditions
Common Procedures
Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Surgery
- Achilles Tendon Injuries
- Adult Acquired Flatfoot
- Ankle Sprains
- Arthritis of Foot & Ankle
- Bunion
- Bunionette Deformity (Tailor’s Bunion)
- Claw Toe
- Deformities of Foot & Ankle
- Diabetic Foot
- Fractures of Foot & Ankle
- Haglund’s Deformity (Retrocalcaneal Bursitis)
- Hallux Rigidus (Stiff Big Toe)
- Hammer Toe
- Injuries of Foot & Ankle
- Morton’s Neuroma
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Foot and Ankle
- Sesamoiditis
- Sprains of Foot & Ankle
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (Posterior Tibial Neuralgia)
- Tendon Injuries/Inflammation of Foot & Ankle
- Absorbable Antibiotic Bead Treatment for Osteomyelitis
- Achilles Tendon Lengthening
- Ankle Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fusion
- Arthroscopy of the Ankle
- Bunionectomy With Wedge Osteotomy
- Bunionette Deformity Correction
- Calcaneal Fracture Fixation (Open Reduction and Internal Fixation)
- Cartilage Repair, Arthroscopically-Assisted Technique (Zimmer® DeNovo® NT Natural Tissue Graft)
- Charcot Foot Treatment Options
- Cheilectomy
- Cotton Osteotomy (Medial Cuneiform Opening Wedge Osteotomy)
- Debridement of the Achilles Tendon
- DuVries Arthroplasty
- Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy (EPF)
- Excision of Mortons Neuromas
- Excision of Soft Tissue Masses
- First Metatarsal-phalangeal Joint (MTP) Arthrodesis
- First MTP Joint Fusion (Locking Plate)
- Fixation for LisFranc Injury
- Gastrocnemius Recession (Intramuscular Approach)
- Haglund’s Deformity Surgery (Resection Method)
- Hammertoe Correction (PIP Joint Arthroplasty)
- Jones Fracture Fixation (Open Reduction and Internal Fixation)
- Jones Fracture Fixation (Intramedullary Screw)
- Kidner Procedure
- Lateral Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
- Lapidus Procedure for Bunion Correction
- Lateral Column Lengthening (Evans Osteotomy) for Adult Acquired Flatfoot
- Mallet Toe Correction (DIP Joint Arthroplasty)
- Medial Calcaneal Sliding Osteotomy
- Metatarsal Fracture Fixation (Open Reduction and Internal Fixation)
- Midfoot Fusion
- Plantar Fascia Release (Open Technique)
- Subtalar Fusion
- Tarsal Tunnel Decompression
- Tendon Transfer for Hammertoe (FDL tendon transfer)
- Tibiotalocalcaneal Fusion (with Intramedullary Rod)
- TightRope™ Fixation for Ankle Syndesmosis
- Triple Arthrodesis
- Weil Osteotomy for Claw Toe
Click On The Link Below For More Detailed Information.
What to Expect After Foot & Ankle Surgery (non-weight bearing)
Locations
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- Savannah (Chatham)
- 210 East DeRenne Avenue
Savannah, GA 31405 - 912.644.5300
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- Pooler (Chatham)
- 101 W. Mulberry Blvd.
Ste. 140
Pooler, GA 31322 - 912.748.5111
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- Bluffton (Beaufort)
- 8201 Pinellas Dr.
Bluffton, SC 29910 - 843.705.9401
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- Vidalia (Toombs)
- 3301 East 1st St., Ste. B
Vidalia, GA 30474 - Main Number: 912.537.0888 Therapy: 912.537.8889
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- Optim Surgery Center - Savannah
- 210 East DeRenne Ave.
Savannah, GA 31405 - 912.644.5343
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- Optim Medical Center Tattnall
- 247 South Main St.
Reidsville, GA 30453 - 912.557.1000
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Ratings/Reviews
Very engaging and personal ask you questions that you should of thought to ask
Met Dr. Nicholson early summer 2019 I needed surgery on my left foot badly I had an MRI and an EMG done he studied them and I went back in January 2020 to scheduled my surgery I respect the fact he took the time to explain different procedures with me along with his bedside manner Thank you
The service was exceptional from the moment I walked into the facility.I was Treated promptly. The nurses, Xray tech. and Dr. Nicholson took care of me in a very compassionate manner,understanding the pain that I was experiencing. I cannot thank you enough. God bless each of you💖
Dr. Nicholson has been a great foot and ankle orthopedist. Gentle, patient and informative from the first visit, surgery, and follow up visit. The optim facilities are also amazing. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Service was amazing...from the check in process to my doctor’s visit. Very prompt and very thorough.
Dr. Nicholson is a caring, patient and competent foot doctor. He takes the time to answer any questions. I have been seeing him for about 7 years. He is very good at injecting painful feet. I highly recommend him.