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Joshua Turner Nicholson, DO

Joshua Turner Nicholson, DO

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Speaks

Languages

Spanish

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(616) 685-5050
Provider Groups
  • Trinity Health Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(616) 685-5050

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health Medical Group, Physical Medicine and Spine - Cherry

245 Cherry St SE
Ste 300
Grand Rapids , MI 49503

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Trinity Health Medical Group, Physical Medicine and Spine - Cherry

Trinity Health Hauenstein Neurosciences - Grand Rapids Campus

220 Cherry St SE
Hauenstein 1
Grand Rapids , MI 49503

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Trinity Health Hauenstein Neurosciences - Grand Rapids Campus

Trinity Health Hauenstein Neurosciences

200 Jefferson Ave SE
Grand Rapids , MI 49503

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About

Dr. Nicholson received his medical education from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine in California. He completed his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Sparrow Hospital and his fellowship in interventional physical medicine and rehabilitation at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. His clinical interests include physical medicine and rehabilitation with a focus on comprehensive pain management and interventional pain treatments.

"Excellence in determining and diagnosing conditions and ailments. Holistic patient care that is patient centered on comprehensive care with a focus on maximizing the patient's functional goals and quality of life. I try and empower my patients to better understand the problem and work together to develop a treatment plan," 

said Dr. Nicholson about his philosophy of care.

Insurances Accepted

  • Access Health HMO
  • Aetna HMO/PPO/POS
  • Aetna Michigan Preferred PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Align Senior Care/Ally Align HMO
  • Alliance Health and Life AHLIC PPO
  • Alliance Health and Life EPO/POS/PPO
  • ASR PPO
  • BCBSM
  • BCBSM Blue Preferred Plus BPP PPO
  • BCBSM Medicare Plus Blue PPO
  • BCBSM Premier PPO
  • Blue Care Network BCN HMO
  • Blue Care Network Behavioral Health
  • Blue Care Network MA HMO
  • Blue Care Network Preferred HMO
  • Blue Cross Complete BCC HMO
  • Cigna Covered under Priority Health PPO
  • Cofinity Advantage PPO
  • Cofinity PPO, Auto, Work Comp
  • First Health
  • HAP HMO
  • HAP HMO/PPO
  • HAP Preferred Inc HPI PPO
  • Humana HMO/PPO/PFFS
  • Humana PPO
  • Life Circles HMO [Muskegon]
  • Magellan Behavioral Health [Grand Rapids]
  • Meridian Health Plan of Michigan HMO [Closed to new patients]
  • Molina Healthcare of Michigan HMO
  • Multi-Plan/PHCS
  • NPPN PPO [Muskegon, Lakeshore]
  • Oceana Sheriff [Muskegon, Lakeshore]
  • Optum Health UBH Behavioral Health [Grand Rapids]
  • Oscar EPO
  • Priority Health HMO
  • Priority Health HMO/PPO
  • State Medicaid
  • Tricare Humana PPO
  • United Healthcare Community Plan HMO
  • United HealthCare Medicare PPO
  • United Healthcare PPO
  • Veteran’s Administration VA/CCN/Optum HMO
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Conditions Treated

  • Spine and Back
  • Neurodiagnostics
  • Interventional Physical Medicine
  • Sports Neurology

Education & Certifications

Education

Medical School:
Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Internship:
Sparrow Hospital

Residency:
Michigian State University

Residency:
Sparrow Hospital

Fellowship:
Michigan State University

Board Certifications

American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Provider Groups

Trinity Health Medical Group

Trinity Health Medical Providers

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(302 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

101 Reviews

10/02/2024

Good experience

09/25/2024

I was a patient of MPC and glad they closed. I feel I will get better care at Trinity

05/31/2024

Please don't change the way you do business!

05/17/2024

The provider needs to explain things so you known what he is talking about

04/30/2024

Never saw him, after 40 minutes sitting in exam room without him showibg up, I left.

04/30/2024

Very happy with treatment here!

03/12/2024

He really listened!

02/23/2024

I鈥檒l continue to see them if needed

01/31/2024

I am just hoping he can help me with my back issue

12/14/2023

Excellent. It all went very smoothly. He explained everything he was doing as he did it, so I knew what to expect. He also gave me the time to ask any any questions that I had.

12/08/2023

After dealing with my condition for 4 years and seeing various providers, Dr. Nicholson was able to explain to me detailed information about how my back condition creates the pain I've been experiencing. He offered suggestions on treatment, he listened to me, he knew my entire medical history before I arrived and was so effective at explaining things to me so I could understand.

11/30/2023

Awesome job!! Keep up the good work gang!

11/30/2023

Really seemed to care

11/29/2023

He works very hard to get to the bottom of my problem an very caring on how I'm doing

11/18/2023

All around, an excellent doctor.

11/17/2023

Very thorough in explanations and encouraging

11/04/2023

All staff is caring and pleasant

10/23/2023

The doctor was great

10/21/2023

Extremely relieved about my pain and what could be done about it.

10/20/2023

I know and appreciate all that they do

10/20/2023

Dr Nicholson and his female radiologist r just the kindest most helpful medical people I鈥檝e ever had

10/19/2023

I know that I feel like they are doing the best they can.

10/19/2023

Overall a good experience

10/17/2023

Was very nice and made sure I understood exactly what was going on

10/05/2023

Always excellent care.

09/30/2023

I was very impressed with Dr Nicholson and his Nurse

09/21/2023

Everyone I came in contact with was caring, polite and very professional

09/21/2023

Longer wait time than expected, but I鈥檓 sure the doctor was with another patient

09/17/2023

Very through exam and the Dr explained very well

09/13/2023

Dr Nicholson鈥檚 exam was thorough and spent the time needed to explain and answer questions. I would highly recommend him.

09/13/2023

I was given great care and constant details of my procedure.

08/09/2023

I think Dr. Nicholson is the best!

08/09/2023

Gave me feeling of real concern.

08/05/2023

I expect to learn more about him as I see him more. I do appreciate his seming determined attitude towards my care and he really did listen to what I had to say as well as referred to my records , taking into account the things that also are not in the records like the ongoing chiropractic care.

08/04/2023

I like ot that the do tor makes an effort to make a personal connection with me.

07/29/2023

Dr. Nicholson knew what I needed to have to get a correct evaluation of my needs.

07/28/2023

Waited long in the pre test area over half hour

07/21/2023

I really appreciated how thoughtful Dr. Nicholson and his staff treated me.

07/19/2023

All of them are awesome.

07/14/2023

Very kind & gentile with any interaction I've had with him.

07/14/2023

He. Made feel comfortable and at ease

07/13/2023

No problem with anyone or anything

07/12/2023

Dr Nicholson took the time to answer my questions and gave a though explanation of his plan to address my concerns

06/29/2023

Very good

06/28/2023

Dr Nicholson has helped me with my spine issues or the years. He is always finding solutions to help me stay pain free.

06/28/2023

Dr. Nicholson and staff are always caring, competent and respectful

06/24/2023

I like the Doctor he explains everything so I can understand everything he鈥檚 going to be doing he is the best pain doctor I鈥檝e ever had

06/17/2023

Compassionate

06/13/2023

Highly recommend

06/07/2023

Wonderful sraff from the receptionists to to doctor and nurses and nurse's assistances.

06/03/2023

Dr. Nicholson is a great explainer and listener. Making sure I understood everything that I was having done.

06/03/2023

It was very positive

05/31/2023

Me siento muy bien cuidada y atendida mi salud. (I feel very well cared for and cared for my health.)

05/27/2023

If I had need of his services I would not hesitate to see him.

05/21/2023

a very positive experience

05/19/2023

They r all wonderful

05/19/2023

I have never had a doctor who seemed more concerned with my condition and the plan to improve it. Very caring.

05/19/2023

One of the ones at st Mary I trust

05/17/2023

He did great

05/17/2023

Honesty, amazing

05/05/2023

I would highly recommend any of my friends or family to receive care from this team at Trinity.

05/05/2023

I鈥檓 extremely blessed to have him as a physician.

05/03/2023

Taking longer than he predicted to interpret tests results. I have raw results and can鈥檛 understand.

04/28/2023

Just awesome.

04/27/2023

Very good

04/27/2023

I trust him as my doctor.

04/26/2023

Always a pleasure to talk to Dr, Nicholson or his nurses. They talk to you not above you

04/22/2023

He took the time to listen to my concerns

04/21/2023

Wonder experience for having needles poked in your back!!

04/21/2023

I really appreciate their attitudes and expertise.

04/17/2023

Made me feel hopeful.

04/12/2023

He's the best, along with all his staff!

03/19/2023

Very good experience, no pain, efficient.

03/08/2023

Very caring a good listener try's his best for the best help i could ask for in a spine doctor

02/24/2023

You really feel Dr. Nicholson cares about you and what pain you're feeling

02/10/2023

Love it

02/05/2023

Would recommend him to everyone!!

01/28/2023

Just a big thank-you

01/27/2023

The doctor is great, getting an appointment for him and the next steps needs to be more efficient. If the process takes time for a reason, patients should be notified so we鈥毭劽磖e not anxiously waiting. We鈥毭劽磖e in pain and scared. Thank you

01/21/2023

Very good 铮棵济裁�

01/17/2023

Very good technical visit notes

01/13/2023

Great services

01/08/2023

Such a great experience. I was nervous but I can say it was very easy.

01/02/2023

Excellent, very knowledgeable, always present!

12/24/2022

very personable. caring. addressed my daughters, too

12/24/2022

Very good

12/21/2022

Everything was very good and Dr. Was easy to talk to.

12/15/2022

Very helpful staff pointing out were I needed to go

11/14/2022

Respeto y empatia al paciente. Muchas gracias. (Respect and empathy for the patient. Thank you so much).

11/13/2022

Very happy with the whole experience

11/13/2022

Dr Nicholson is extremely well trained and has a lot of experiecnce. When he performs a procedure, I have the utmost confidence in him. Recommend him to my family and friends!

11/11/2022

Keep up the good work.

10/20/2022

He was a great care provider who is knowledgeable of his profession

09/28/2022

Great doc for back pain

09/21/2022

I appreciated his thouroughness and expressed conderns

09/14/2022

I really appreciate the service I've been receiving.

09/05/2022

He is very concerned about your medical issues. I always come out of my appointment with an answer.

08/30/2022

Explains everything in great detail

08/27/2022

Dr. Nicholson really cares about his patients and it shows.

08/10/2022

He was rude and he treated as I was a bother. I know I was a bit late cause of traffic

08/07/2022

Dr Nicholson and his nurse provide compassionate care!
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