Dr. Nicholas Colyvas, MD

Dr. Nicholas Colyvas, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
429 Llewellyn Ave, Campbell, CA 95008

At a glance

Accepts 36 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of the Witwatersrand
Works at Spine and Sports Medical Group
Affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Pacific Campus
University of California San Francisco Medical Center and 1 more
4.75
4 reviews
Bedside manner
4.8
Wait time
4.5

Recent reviews

I knew I was in good hands when I met Dr. Colyvas. Staff was amazing made a bad situation into a positive experience.

Office location

Spine and Sports Medical Group
429 Llewellyn Ave, Campbell, CA, 95008

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Knee arthroscopy
Arthritis
Knee joint injury
Joint injury due to trauma
Knee arthroscopy
Arthritis
Knee joint injury
Joint injury due to trauma

More about Dr. Nicholas Colyvas, MD

Dr. Colyvas is board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery and has an additional board certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. He trained in Orthopedics at UCSF, where he still teaches as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Sports Medicine Department in the Department of Orthopedics at UCSF. Dr. Colyvas has been in practice in the Bay Area for over 10 years and specialized in arthroscopy of the shoulders and knees. He is the team physician for a number of local sports teams. In addition to his academic ties Dr Colyvas is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the Arthroscopy Association of North America.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - University of the Witwatersrand
University of California, San Francisco, Cardiovascular Research Institute (Fellowship)
University of California, San Francisco, Internship in General Surgery
University of California, San Francisco, Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery
University of California, San Francisco, Fellowship in Orthopaedic Surgery
University of the Witwatersrand (Bachelor’s)

Practice

Spine and Sports Medical Group

Affiliation

California Pacific Medical Center - Pacific Campus
University of California San Francisco Medical Center
El Camino Hospital Los Gatos

Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery)

Professional memberships

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Arthroscopy Association of North America
LeRoy C. Abbott Orthopaedic Society
Bay Area Knee Society
California Orthopaedic Association

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Colyvas N, Phillips N, Stoney R, Havel R J, Rapp JH "Lipoprotein Profiles of Patients with Recurrent Carotid Stenosis" Surgical Forum, Volume XI,:VI:281-283
Colyvas N, Rapp JH; Phillips NR; Stoney R; Perez S; Havel RJ; Kane JP "Relation of Plasma lipid and apopoprotein levels to progressive intimal hyperplasla after arterial endarterectomy" Circulation 1992 Apr, 85(4) :1286-92
Pan XM; Nelken N; Colyvas N, Rapp JH; 'Inhibition of injury induced intimal hyperplasla by saralasin in rats" Journal of Vascular Surgery, 1992 Apr, 15(4):693-8
Rapp JH; Lespine A; Hamilton R; Colyvas N; Tweedie-Hardman J; Kotite L; Kunitake ST; Havel RJ; Kane JP" Triglyceride rich lipoproteins isolated by selected anti-lipoprotein B immunosorption from human atherosclerotic plaque." Arteriosclerosis and Thrombosis, 1994 Nov, 14 (11) : 1767-74
Colyvas N, Eakin C, Gilbert R,. Skinner S: "Talectomy for Arthrogrypotic Clubfoot" Submitted to the journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics
Colyvas N: Orthopaedics Applications of Extra Corporeal Shockwaves. Submitted to The Journal of the Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Director of Shoulder Program, El Camino Hospital Los Gatos
Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, University of California, San Francisco
President, Orthopaedic Management Associates
Team Physician, Olympic Club Rugby

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1134148232

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Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.75
Wait time
4.50
Bedside manner
4.75
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I knew I was in good hands when I met Dr. Colyvas. Staff was amazing made a bad situation into a positive experience.
its great as usual
Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Nicholas Colyvas affiliated with?

Dr. Nicholas Colyvas is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Pacific Campus, University of California San Francisco Medical Center, and El Camino Hospital Los Gatos.

What practice does Dr. Nicholas Colyvas work with?

Dr. Nicholas Colyvas works with Spine and Sports Medical Group.

Where is Dr. Nicholas Colyvas's office located?

Dr. Nicholas Colyvas's office is located at 429 Llewellyn Ave, Campbell, CA 95008.

Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Colyvas have?

Dr. Nicholas Colyvas is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Nicholas Colyvas?

Dr. Nicholas Colyvas frequently sees patients for Knee Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Orthopedic Follow Up, Shoulder Problem, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Nicholas Colyvas on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Nicholas Colyvas speak?

Dr. Nicholas Colyvas speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Nicholas Colyvas in reviews?

4 patients have reviewed Dr. Nicholas Colyvas. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.75/5. They have a 4.75/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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