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Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman, MD

Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Nicholas Bruggeman, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Omaha, NE and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bruggeman has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Orthonebraska Hospital and Methodist Jennie Edmundson. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

2725 S 144th St Ste 212 Omaha, NE 68144

Make an Appointment

(402) 637-0800

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bruggeman is affiliated with Orthonebraska Hospital Omaha, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bruggeman specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Bruggeman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bruggeman

4.0

9 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
22%
22%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 28, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 08, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Omaha, NE – Oct 29, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marlene Dworak in Bellevue, NE – Feb 09, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Chris L. in Reno, NV – Nov 12, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Thank you for considering me as a doctor. I treat patients of all ages and many orthopedic conditions. I have dedicated my practice to patient care and teaching. My practice includes taking care of the most difficult injuries in the region as one...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Indiana University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • Mayo Clinic-rochester

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • Mayo Clinc

    Internship Hospital, 2000

  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999

  • University Of Nebraska

    Undergraduate School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Unavail2725 S 144th St Ste 212 Omaha, NE 68144
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Orthonebraska Hospital2808 S 143rd Plz Omaha, NE 68144
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Practice

Nebraska Orthopaedic Associates LLP2725 S 144th St Ste 110 Omaha, NE 68144
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Orthonebraska Hospital

    2808 S 143rd Plz
    Omaha, NE 68144
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    95%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Community Hospital-Fairfax

    26136 US Highway 59
    Fairfax, MO 64446

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Methodist Hospital

    8303 Dodge St
    Omaha, NE 68114
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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