About Me:

Nicholas has been a physician assistant since 2018 and joined Dr. Bret Kean as an associate provider in 2023. As a team, they provide orthopedic services in the surgical and non-surgical settings. Collaborating with Dr. Kean, Nicholas participates in patient care through the entire spectrum of orthopedic treatment and recovery process. Nicholas obtained his undergraduate degree from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where he earned a Bachelor’s of Science in in Biomedical Sciences. He then earned a Master’s of Science in Physician Assistant Studies also through Marquette University. Prior to relocating to Oregon, Nicholas practiced in Chicago, Illinois in the occupational medicine and urgent care settings, and has a clinical background treating various musculoskeletal injuries. As part of a Physician-PA team, Nicholas is credentialed to provide patient care in the office, surgery center, and hospital settings.