Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD is a spine surgeon in Aurora, CO specializing in spine surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2012 and has 13 years of experience. Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD is affiliated with UCHealth, University of Colorado Medicine, UCHealth Spine Center - Anschutz Medical Campus and UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED.
12605 E. 16th Avenue Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion - 1st Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
1500 Park Central Drive 2nd Level
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD treated as a spine surgeon in Aurora, CO were spinal procedures, arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery), nerve procedures and decompression surgery.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.
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Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2012. He completed residency at Henry Ford Hospital. He has a state license in Colorado.
Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine (2012)
Residency: Henry Ford Hospital (2017)
Licensed In: Colorado
Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 184 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Aurora, CO.
After an MRI, and shot, he was able to determine that the disc was causing the issue / pain for me. He replaced C5-6 disc, and followed up with awesome care. No issue throught the recovery. Tiniest of scar on neck. Even checked up with me 2 years later. Highly recommend him for all care he supports.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Nolan Michael Wessell, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$8,158
Mariner MIS TLIF Retractor $4,250 |
SeaSpine Expandable Interbody $1,000 |
NorthStar $520 |
Mariner $500 |
Mariner MIS $339 |
Other $1,550 |
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$5,623
Reef TA $1,029 |
Mariner $675 |
Laminoplasty $589 |
WaveForm TA $500 |
Malibu $376 |
Other $2,453 |
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$2,162
UNiD $2,162 |
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$1,869
Spine Fixation $1,869 |
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$1,289
CD HORIZON $701 |
DIVERGENCE-L $195 |
AQUAMANTYS $144 |
O-ARM-Spine $113 |
PIVOX Oblique Lateral Spinal System $74 |
Other $63 |
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$3,386
MySpine $714 |
Orthopedics $290 |
Cervical /Trauma Therapies $165 |
Orthopaedics $162 |
Optio C $119 |
Other $1,936 |
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Dr. Nolan Wessell is a physician who specializes in spine surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Areas of expertise for Dr. Wessell include cervical herniated disc, bulging disc, and degenerative disc disease. On average, patients gave him a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine and then he performed his residency at Henry Ford Hospital. He is affiliated with UCHealth and the University of Colorado Medicine.
