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Nicholas Loafman, DO

Nicholas Loafman, DO

Orthopedics


About the Provider

Video Title:Hip replacement: Connie Harmacinski "A humbling experience"

Video Summary: When Connie's hip pain didn’t go away, she knew it was time to seek help from orthopedic surgeon, Nicholas Loafman, DO.

Video Title:Hip surgery: Ethan Shirk "Running from the pain"

Video Summary: Ethan underwent surgery for hip pain and is back to running, weightlifting, and going for walks pain free.

Video Title:Physician Video Profile: Nicholas Loafman, DO (Orthopedic Surgeon)

Video Summary: Nicholas Loafman, DO, is an Orthopedic Surgeon with Lakeland Health.

Video Title:Check-Up: Is Hip Surgery For You? (Nicholas Loafman, DO)

Video Summary: Nicholas Loafman, DO, shares some of the factors Orthopedic Surgeons consider when deciding if someone is a good candidate for hip surgery.

Video Title:Check-Up: When to Seek Knee Replacement Treatment (Nicholas Loafman, DO)

Video Summary: Nicholas Loafman, DO, discusses options people can turn to before getting a knee replacement and what recovery is like for people who end up needing surgery.

Video Title:Check-Up: Treating Bursitis (Nicholas Loafman, DO)

Video Summary: Nicholas Loafman, DO, shares how physicians diagnose and help treat the common condition known as Bursitis.

Video Title:Check-Up: Sprain vs. Rupture (Nicholas Loafman, DO)

Video Summary: Nicholas Loafman, DO, explains the difference between a sprain and a rupture, and what people should do if they think they have suffered those kinds of injuries.

Video Title:Check-Up: Recovery After Hip Surgery (Nicholas Loafman, DO)

Video Summary: Nicholas Loafman, DO, outlines the recovery time for patients who have undergone hip replacement surgery.

Video Title:Total Joint Replacement: New Techniques and Best Practices

Video Summary: Learn the latest advances in joint replacements and how our orthopedic surgeons are providing higher quality outcomes.

Video Title:Number One in the State for Orthopedic Care - Spectrum Health Lakeland

Video Summary: Spectrum Health Lakeland is proud to be named number one in the state for orthopedic care.

Education

Medical School
  • Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Major: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency
  • Midwestern University
Internship
  • Millcreek Community Hospital

Testimonials

  • "Immediately upon meeting [Dr. Loafman] I felt very comfortable. He is straightforward and honest which I really appreciate, so I knew what to expect the whole time."

    "Dr. Loafman explained everything in great detail and left nothing to the imagination."

Insurances Accepted

  • Priority Health

Office Locations

A

Southwest Michigan Center for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

183 Peace Blvd,
St. Joseph, MI 49085
B

CH Orthopedics Longmeadow

6 Longmeadow Village Dr, Suite 1,
Niles, MI 49120

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