Dr. Erik Nilssen, M.D., is a board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon and the only individual to complete fellowships in both Sports Medicine and Foot & Ankle at the American Sports Medicine Institute under Dr. James R. Andrews. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida and completed his residency at McGill University. He specializes in foot and ankle conditions as well as Orthopaedic Occupational Health and worker’s compensation injuries.
Dr. Erik Nilssen, M.D., is a board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon and the only individual to complete fellowships in both Sports Medicine and Foot & Ankle at the American Sports Medicine Institute under Dr. James R. Andrews. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida and completed his residency at McGill University. He specializes in foot and ankle conditions as well as Orthopaedic Occupational Health and worker’s compensation injuries.
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He did a great job. Can't believe he took all those bone spurs outta my foot.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Quick analysis and to the point!!
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Great staff with. A great doctor. Listens and explains extremely well.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Love Dr Nilssen… the only one I trust with my feet… he knows what he’s doing.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Nilssen listened and addressed my foot and ankle concerns.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Nilssen is very kind and caring. He listens to hear you because his patients are important to him. His presence is there to assist in healing your physical condition …but his heart and soul is present to heal your emotional being. He’s a blessing and I’m grateful God brought him into my life to continue to help me through a long term trial.
Thank you Dr. Nilssen
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
The first name for anything ankle or foot! Dr. Nillsen fixed both of my ankles in 2010. Now, 16 years later, I tried to destroy my left ankle. I would not have anyone other than Dr. Nillsen to take care of me.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Very warm hearted, just love his spirit!
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
By far the best ankle orthopedic in the country. Changed my son’s life after football injury and now he fixed me! Highly competent, professional and caring. There is none better…period!
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
He went above and beyond today- teaching me a lot about various options, dealing with health, wellness and taking care of my knee!
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Davis Hwy. - Pensacola
4406 N. Davis Hwy Pensacola, FL 32503
Dr. Erik Nilssen, M.D., is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He is the only person to have completed fellowships in both Sports Medicine and Foot & Ankle at the American Sports Medicine Institute under the direction of Dr. James R. Andrews.
He earned his Bachelor of Science from Auburn University and his medical degree from the University of South Florida School of Medicine. Dr. Nilssen completed his Orthopedic Surgery residency at McGill University before pursuing advanced specialized training.
In addition to treating injuries and conditions of the foot and ankle, Dr. Nilssen specializes in Orthopaedic Occupational Health, which includes the evaluation and treatment of worker’s compensation injuries. He believes that patients injured on the job should have access to the full continuum of orthopaedic care, from the initial drug screening and assessment to surgical intervention to physical therapy if needed. His in-depth understanding of the worker’s compensation system also allows him to effectively and efficiently communicate with the employer and insurance provider involved.
He did a great job. Can't believe he took all those bone spurs outta my foot.
Quick analysis and to the point!!
Great staff with. A great doctor. Listens and explains extremely well.
Love Dr Nilssen… the only one I trust with my feet… he knows what he’s doing.
Dr. Nilssen listened and addressed my foot and ankle concerns.
Dr. Nilssen is very kind and caring. He listens to hear you because his patients are important to him. His presence is there to assist in healing your physical condition …but his heart and soul is present to heal your emotional being. He’s a blessing and I’m grateful God brought him into my life to continue to help me through a long term trial. Thank you Dr. Nilssen
The first name for anything ankle or foot! Dr. Nillsen fixed both of my ankles in 2010. Now, 16 years later, I tried to destroy my left ankle. I would not have anyone other than Dr. Nillsen to take care of me.
Very warm hearted, just love his spirit!
By far the best ankle orthopedic in the country. Changed my son’s life after football injury and now he fixed me! Highly competent, professional and caring. There is none better…period!
He went above and beyond today- teaching me a lot about various options, dealing with health, wellness and taking care of my knee!