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Morgan Douglas Bentley Nickerson

Morgan Douglas Bentley Nickerson, DO

4.8159 ratings, 19 reviews

Orthopedic Surgery

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult (18-65)
  • Adults over 65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Morgan Douglas Bentley Nickerson

Morgan Nickerson, DO, is an orthopaedic surgeon in State College and Lewistown.

Dr. Nickerson specializes in sports medicine, treating a variety of shoulder and knee conditions. He also performs Mako robotic-arm-assisted total knee replacement and partial knee replacements. His practice also includes general orthopaedic surgery and fracture care.

Dr. Nickerson earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and his Master of Science in Medical Education at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pa. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Millcreek Community Hospital, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Nickerson completed his fellowship in orthopaedic sports medicine from Penn State Health in State College, Pa.

He’s an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.

Locations

  1. Geisinger Lewistown - Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
  2. Geisinger Healthplex State College - Orthopedics

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Penn State Health, 2023
  • Residency: Millcreek Community Hospital, 2022
  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2017

Insurance

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

159 ratings, 19 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    She was very professional, caring, and informative.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    She was very helpful and knowledgeable! I look forward to working with her

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Very pleased with time taken to listen to my concerns and questions and explanations.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    The visit was informative and met my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/29/2025

    I have already recommended him to a friend. He is very thorough, listened to my concerns, answered questions I had, explained my X-rays to me and the issues with my knees. Excellent bedside manner, which to me is extremely important. I have total trust in him and have no problem taking his advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Dr. Nickerson and his nurse [...] were both wonderful! They listened and explained options available for my knee situation - they were kind and caring. At this point the option of an injection has provided great relief of pain and my mobility is very much improved. Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2025

    [...] Dr. Nickerson was absolutely wonderful. I would recommend him to anybody.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    Already have recommended this surgery to everyone!! And Dr Nickerson is great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Very professional, answered all my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Dr Nickerson is very caring and we discussed my options.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Excellent. Takes time to answer questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    He listened when I told him that I could not use the crutches, but had a walker at home to help me around the house.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    Dr. Nickerson is the best! When I first visited him a little over a year ago with my right knee problems I felt like this man can make my life better and he has beginning with the surgery on […] August 2024! My knee now feels like it's young again and at almost 65 years of age that means alot to me! The entire staff is outstanding and they genuinely care for me at every visit over the past year! Thank goodness for him and his team!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    I didn't even feel the procedure

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Everything went very smoothly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    My provider was honestly like no other he was awesome, Dr. Nickerson was always able to give me an answer I was looking for he was able to tell me exactly what was happening in my wrist. [...] he was amazing, gentle, kind, and always made sure I never left with unanswered questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Didn't feel like I was being rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    He is just an awesome surgeon!! And his bedside manner and personality are great!