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Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD

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Specializes in: General Surgery and Transplant Surgery

Wayne State University School of Medicine (2003)

Professional interests include: laparoscopic surgery, liver surgery, transplant procedures, and more.

12605 E 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045

(720) 848-0833

Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD is a general surgeon in Aurora, CO specializing in general surgery and transplant surgery. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2003 and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD is affiliated with UCHealth, University of Colorado Medicine, UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED and UCHealth Transplant Center - Anschutz Medical Campus.

Office Locations

Address:

12605 E 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045

Address:

1635 Aurora Court 7th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045

Some issues Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

In The News

“Doctor Megan Adams, left, works with Dr. Trevor Nydam to prepare the kidney for transplant after it was removed from Layne Pachl on May 31 at University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora.”—"Bonded by blood: A 20-year-old gives Greeley City Councilwoman Sandi Elder a life-saving gift. It was more than both bargained for.", Greeley Tribune, July 2017

abdominal surgery	28
transplant procedures	28
urologic procedures	27

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	28

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	39
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	58

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	51
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

abdominal surgery	23
transplant procedures	23
urologic procedures	22

**Gender**
Male	42
Female	24

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	40
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	43

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	48
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

abdominal surgery	18
doctor visit	14
transplant procedures	18
urologic procedures	17

**Gender**
Male	80
Female	62

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	86
Black	0
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	98

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	44
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

abdominal surgery	14
hospital care	32
inpatient care	32
transplant procedures	14
urologic procedures	13

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	29

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	58
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	52
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

abdominal surgery	30
doctor visit	42
hospital care	94
inpatient care	94
open surgery	30
stent placement (stenting)	30
transplant procedures	30
urologic procedures	60

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	40

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	58
Black	0
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	65

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	51
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

abdominal surgery	27
doctor visit	12
hospital care	54
inpatient care	54
open surgery	27
stent placement (stenting)	27
transplant procedures	27
urologic procedures	54

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	36

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	51
Black	0
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	49
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

abdominal surgery	17
hospital care	35
inpatient care	35
open surgery	17
stent placement (stenting)	17
transplant procedures	17
urologic procedures	34

**Gender**
Male	37
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	42
Black	0
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	22
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	52

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	45
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

abdominal surgery	19
doctor visit	14
hospital care	25
inpatient care	25
open surgery	19
stent placement (stenting)	19
transplant procedures	19
urologic procedures	38

**Gender**
Male	46
Female	33

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	44
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	49

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	39
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

abdominal surgery	25
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19
open surgery	10
stent placement (stenting)	10
transplant procedures	25
urologic procedures	35

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD treated as a general surgeon in Aurora, CO were hospital care, inpatient care, urologic procedures and transplant procedures.

abdominal surgery	22
doctor visit	23
hospital care	43
inpatient care	43
open surgery	20
stent placement (stenting)	20
transplant procedures	22
urologic procedures	33

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD.

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	28

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	41
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	11
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	46
65 to 74	2

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD treated were chronic kidney disease, hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	60
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	1
Diabetes	37
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	0
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2003. He completed residency at University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Colorado.

Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine (2003)

Residency: University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals (2010)

Licensed In: Colorado

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCHealth

University of Colorado Medicine

UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED

UCHealth Transplant Center - Anschutz Medical Campus

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$10,075 Da Vinci Surgical System $10,075
Medtronic Xomed, Inc.	$935 Advanced Energy Hemostatic Device $935
Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$149 Envarsus $149
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$121 ZORTRESS $32	$89
Ethicon US, LLC	$75 Harmonic $31	ENSEAL $15	HARMONIC Product Family $15	PROLENE $14
Other	$91 Signia $30	$61

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$6,809
Education	$3,000
Food and Beverage	$1,638

Research Payments

Dr. Trevor Lee Nydam, MD has received 13 research payments totaling $73,773.

Biography

Dr. Trevor Nydam's specialties are general surgery and transplant surgery. He practices in Aurora, CO. His clinical interests include gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), biliary disorders (gallbladder and bile ducts), and laparoscopic surgery. He is affiliated with UCHealth and the University of Colorado Medicine. Before completing his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Colorado Denver, Dr. Nydam attended medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine.