Nicolas
Noiseux
MD, MS, FRCSC

NNoiseux
Orthopedic Surgeon
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English, French
Clinical Professor
  • Orthopedics and Rehabilitation
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Iowa River Landing
105 East 9th Street
Coralville, IA 52241
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University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
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About Nicolas Noiseux

Nicolas O. Noiseux, MD, MS, FRCSC, is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in problems with previous hip and knee replacements, rapid recovery protocols for hip and knee replacements, as well as work-related injuries related to hip and knee dysfunction.

He received his medical degree and his orthopedic surgery residency training at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, before completing his hip and knee reconstruction fellowship and a research fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Noiseux has written several book chapters and publications on hip and knee reconstruction research topics and has won multiple awards such as the Eugene Rogalla Prize and the Vernon A. Nickel Award. 

He is an associate professor in the department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Iowa and serves as the Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs.

Related Information

Training and Education

Certifications

American Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Degrees

MD, McGill University of Medicine, Montreal

Residencies

Orthopedics, McGill University, Montreal

Fellowships

Hip and Knee Reconstruction, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn.

Ratings

The number of stars is an average of all responses to provider-related questions from Press Ganey patient satisfaction surveys. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. About our ratings.

Patient comments

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November 27, 2023
Everyone was friendly
November 22, 2023
Dr Nosiux was very polite and answered all my concerns.
November 9, 2023
The doctors and staff are always smiling and helpful!
November 9, 2023
Professionalism, competency, and caring friendliness of all staff and health care providers.
November 2, 2023
From Resident physician to staff physician the care was very good.
November 1, 2023
They helped me with the pain!!!!!
October 31, 2023
Getting to know my care team and experiencing their level of knowledge and skills enhanced my confidence
October 31, 2023
I believe he was honest with me that he had not experienced what I was dealing with after surgery and my loss of feeling and strength in my quad was something he would research. I believe in Iowa as a teaching hospital and if drs can learn from my set backs, I'm all for it.
October 31, 2023
Everyone's friendlyness
October 31, 2023
The care by the physician and the exercise science student.
October 25, 2023
Professional health care by master surgeon/doctors
October 24, 2023
Like I said, Dr N. is The best and the PA was a very good person to relate to.
October 24, 2023
Needless to say, Dr Noiseaux is the best your staff is great and the care I have always received over the years is wonderful!!
October 24, 2023
Love my doctor. He's the best at what he does.
October 17, 2023
Dr Noiseaux is very good The best
October 12, 2023
The care that I receive when I had my surgery and after.
October 3, 2023
Great knee replacements.
September 27, 2023
My dr, I think he knows my history
September 21, 2023
As always, Dr. Noiseux and his staff were friendly, caring and thoroughly professional. I'm grateful for the quality work that he and his staff did on my surgeries and their caring attitude. Thank you!
September 15, 2023
Always get my questions answered
September 15, 2023
The best!
September 14, 2023
I felt I had the full attention of everyone involved in my care.
September 14, 2023
Dr. Noiseux is a caring and knowledgeable doctor. He is thoughtful when answering questions taking into consideration my medical issues.
September 14, 2023
Everyone we interacted with was kind, helpful and respectful, whether we we asking for directions in the hospital, or of the ortho nurses or how to send outside documents to the orthopedic department. I trust my surgical health care to UIHC.
September 14, 2023
All good
September 6, 2023
Simply the best
September 5, 2023
Dr Noiseux is simply a master at his craft. I could not be any more pleased with the outcome of my surgery. Jamison Prickett had also been fantastic leading up to my surgery. UIHC has been amazing.
September 5, 2023
Dr. Explain why the shot was placed were it was.
August 31, 2023
He's the best
August 31, 2023
Dr. Was very helpful and took time with me and explained everything to me.
August 29, 2023
The injection medicine used is fantastic!
August 29, 2023
Absolute trust in his competence. For a busy surgeon, remarkable time devoted to education and answering our questions!
August 29, 2023
I felt listened to, heard, and understood.
August 29, 2023
Got answers to questions
August 22, 2023
Everyone was very helpful to get me to my destination
August 21, 2023
Getting right to the point, all Ts crossed and all Is dotted.
August 10, 2023
My son had good outcomes with surgical results with Dr Noiseux ~he came highly recommended
August 10, 2023
The functioning of the office setting seems to be well structured and organized
August 10, 2023
Dr Noiseux and his team were amazing!
August 8, 2023
The care I have gotten and their concern.
August 8, 2023
The doctor was wonderful and nurses were pleasant and helpful.
August 8, 2023
Dr Noiseux is exceptional!! I fully trust him for medical care and he always demonstrates that quality and good outcomes is of the utmost importance to him.
August 8, 2023
Promptly seen by x-ray & physicians
July 27, 2023
Both Dr Noiseux and resident Taylor Den Hartog were wonderful. Took time to explain test results, options and plan for future care. I didn't feel rushed at all and felt the appointment was very efficient
July 27, 2023
Everyone on Team Noiseux has made my experiences there great
July 27, 2023
I trust Dr. Noiseux
July 27, 2023
Love the promptness and concern they give.
July 25, 2023
Feel confident having Dr. Noiseux as my orthopedic surgeon.
July 24, 2023
Treats you wonderful
July 21, 2023
The process is very logical and well explained.
July 7, 2023
He was so rushed that after waiting forever we felt he came in wham bam, talked fast and it was hard to questions answered when we could tell hr wanted to leave
July 7, 2023
My doctors are great!
July 4, 2023
The shoes are for Dr noiseeaux and not his resident who would earn a solid 2.5, discussed with Dr N. Dr N is a superior provider.
July 4, 2023
Working with the imaging technician and honest,transparent conversation about my situation with Dr Noiseeaux.
July 4, 2023
Dr Noiseux is an excellent Dr. He had great concern of all my questions and took appropriate time with me. He doesn't treat you as a number. He treats you as a person. Very well done
June 16, 2023
The professional and personal care given by Dr. Noiseux. He has done wonders with my care.
June 16, 2023
Dr. Noiseux was a very good listener, had obviously read over my file by the way he addressed my knee situation, spent time and answered all of my questions in a way that I could understand and made me feel very comfortable about my upcoming surgery.
June 15, 2023
Dr. Noiseux and his assistant who spoke to me were excellent in there bedside manner, knowledge regarding my surgery and anything I asked questions about and positive attitude.
June 15, 2023
The personal attention from Dr Noiseux and his staff in addressing my issues was refreshing!
June 13, 2023
I think they have figured out what is wrong with my knee. While not looking forward to another surgery and recovery, am looking forward to it being fixed.
June 13, 2023
I learned what happened to my hip
June 13, 2023
Talking to the Doctor about my problems and hearing his comments.
June 12, 2023
Very informative, and personable. Listened to my concerns and answered all my questions thoroughly.
June 6, 2023
The know ya don't concern the doctor showed for my situation
June 6, 2023
Dr Noiseux ability as surgeon
June 6, 2023
Everyone did an excellent job
June 5, 2023
I got to see my favorite doctor.
June 1, 2023
Dr N was very nice. Explained everything well. Answered all my questions.
June 1, 2023
The smooth coordination of check-in through doctor.
June 1, 2023
Doctor Noiseux came very highly recommended. I would not hesitate to do the same to anyone considering knee replacement surgery.
May 30, 2023
Dr Noiseux was very nice
May 23, 2023
They were all very efficient and organized and very informative .
May 18, 2023
After the first lab work results which were elevated I was referred to another test to draw fluid off my left hip which was not successful the Dr. Never contact me nor did he ask his nurse Sue who is very nice to contact me. I called his office twice and each time a different nurse other than Sue return my call. 1st call please tell the Dr. That I haven't heard from him. 2nd call please have Sue or Dr to call me and also tell him I demand communication. Is he telling me the test he ordered that was unsuccessful Is the only test available for my condition. When Sue returned she called to say she received my msg and that he is referring me to have another blood draw and a special MRI. He has told me that if for any reason he has to remove my old hip replacement a new replacement was not an option, meaning I would be in a wheel chair an option I don't care for. Now waiting to schedule MRI.
May 15, 2023
Very informative! Helpful!
April 23, 2023
TOP HOSPITAL.
April 23, 2023
Dr. Noiseux provided exceptional care. Attentive to my medical issues, kind and am very confident of his care.
April 21, 2023
Everyone - was attentive, concerned, and sincerely helpful.
April 21, 2023
I met with several different people in the ortho department from Dr. Noiseux to a Nursing Assistant...they were all great. Dr. Noiseux justs talks...too...fast. But he is very good!
April 20, 2023
Dr. Noiseux was very friendly and listened to me.
April 11, 2023
He sat across from me and told me exactly what the problem was.
April 11, 2023
Dr. Noiseux did my left hip *DATE*
April 10, 2023
Although I gave Dr. Noiseux high ratings, he seemed extremely rushed during our meeting/evaluation/consultation.
April 4, 2023
Good.
April 1, 2023
Great listening to my concerns
March 30, 2023
Although I saw an Orthopedic Surgeon in the END, it was the NURSE PRACTIONER (ARNP?) who acted as the attending doctor of the afternoon. Before I left the office, we saw the surgeon ever so briefly; I do no recall that he even took the time to sit down. But it was late & he still had at least one other patient to see.
March 29, 2023
Thorough
March 21, 2023
The Fellow was short n didn't ask how I felt or any questions. Dr Noiseux was great, just acted very busy and only stayed in the room for about 5 minutes
March 17, 2023
Dr Noiseux was very nice and professional
March 17, 2023
Dr Noiseux is very good.
March 16, 2023
Very knowledgeable and friendly.
March 15, 2023
I mentioned earlier the ease in contacting and availability to discuss my issues.
March 14, 2023
Dr Noiseux is the best dr for my needs. We have had a couple of setbacks but he still remains positive that we will prevail
March 14, 2023
All good
March 6, 2023
Very friendly
March 6, 2023
My left knee replacement, done by Dr. Noiseux was great. He is very good surgeon - you can barely see the scar.
March 6, 2023
Dr. Noiseux is one of the best ortho doctors I have ever seen and I do recommend him & your clinic to others. The problem is you are 3 hours away.
March 2, 2023
So liked the doctor and his resident!!
February 28, 2023
The time spent with doctor was good and explained good
February 27, 2023
I like Dr. Noiseux!
February 21, 2023
I highly recommend Dr Noiseux
February 20, 2023
Being seen by Dr Noiseux
February 20, 2023
The doctor is confident, which gives me cofidence in him.
February 20, 2023
My initial visit went great
February 20, 2023
Everyone we talked to was so helpful and courteous.
February 14, 2023
Everything was good
February 8, 2023
The knowledge of Dr. Noiseux. Another way Dr. Noiseux compassionate... was from pronounciating his name.
February 6, 2023
I was very pleased with the way Dr. Noiseux explained the options and helped me with the decisions. He was very clear and helpful.
February 2, 2023
Dr. Noiseux and his staff - their straight forward approach.
February 2, 2023
Doctor was very patience with my many detailed questions; answered them thoroughly; and made it clear the decisions were ultimately mine.
February 2, 2023
Very polite and professional staff that provided evidence of high competence.
February 2, 2023
I have recommended my surgeon to several acquaintances.
February 1, 2023
Everybody treated me good.
February 1, 2023
Dr. Noiseux was very nice & gave me a lot of information.
February 1, 2023
I always get the best care there, wouldn't go anywhere else....
January 31, 2023
Timeliness. All aspects of visit went well. Much appreciated.
January 31, 2023
Organized
January 24, 2023
They were able to help me with a special request
January 17, 2023
My appointment was to speak to Dr Noiseux about by knee replacement follow up and to consult and do preparations for hip replacement on [date]. After examination, Dr Noiseux advised we do hip injections before surgery replacement as I was not evidencing groin pain symptoms. I was surprised by this "pause" as I had been told both hips and both knees needed to be replaced and that my hip joints were defective. However, I appreciate doing the least invasive process first.
January 17, 2023
Dr. Noiseux is the best!
January 5, 2023
Answered questions.
January 3, 2023
Very happy with total experience
January 2, 2023
Open discussion with the doctor.
December 29, 2022
Very attentive to my health problem and ready to help fix it.
December 27, 2022
Every time I've had an appointment with this doctor I've had to wait at least 2 1/2 hours the first time in an hour and a half the second time not very prompt does not take into consideration my time
December 27, 2022
Wonderful and welcoming personnel on all counts!
December 27, 2022
Caring professionals.
December 22, 2022
He was talking very fast and matter of fact. I know this is his everyday - However this is a very big decision and is a bit scary for me. I was alone at my visit.
December 22, 2022
Always providing excellent care and education.
December 20, 2022
Prompt, Professional and excellent medical care.
December 20, 2022
Dr Noiseux is an amazing doctor and I am happy I found him!
December 15, 2022
Dr Noiseux is amazing. We drive 1.5hr each way to see him.
December 15, 2022
Felt very cared for and felt I was listened to.
December 8, 2022
Answers to questions was good
December 6, 2022
Felt very comfortable. Established trust.
November 29, 2022
Efficiency
November 22, 2022
Everyone is very professional
November 22, 2022
The intern was very good. The dr. was good.
November 17, 2022
The drs. were friendly and did not talk down to me. I'm 87 yrs. old.
November 17, 2022
You can tell that they really care about your well-being.
November 15, 2022
Access to multiple specialists.
November 13, 2022
He is too arrogant. Does not have compassion for patients with problems from prior hip replacements. Does not answer questions and merely spends time using HIS language. I asked direct questions and expressed serious concerns. I got NO answers.
November 8, 2022
The care, concern and patience exhibited by EVERY person we met at the hospital.
November 6, 2022
I have had experience with this provider before and he remembered me and thoroughly answered my questions
November 6, 2022
People listened and were responsive.
November 6, 2022
Didn't have to wait too long before Dr. Came in.
November 1, 2022
My needs were met.
November 1, 2022
The doctor was great and listened to my concerns. Worth the wait.
October 25, 2022
Being treated with respect and concern.
October 25, 2022
Everyone is so so kind. I've never met a place as kind and caring as the University of IA Hospitals. Thank you. Very much.
October 25, 2022
I have full confidence in my future knee replacement
October 25, 2022
I have been very pleased with Dr. Noiseux.
October 21, 2022
The personal connection with Dr. Nicolas Noiseux and his staff. 10 out 10....Awesome!
October 20, 2022
My Dr showed concern about my health and problems I'm having with a referral she made for me over a month ago to General Surgery and I had to call them to try to get the referral recognized. They said they didn't know about it and ended up passing me off to another clinic.
October 18, 2022
Dr. N. & his assistant were very friendly & I felt total confidence in them. (His assistant was familiar with me because he was assisting Dr Patterson with my last shoulder surgery. It was nice having a familiar face.)
October 18, 2022
Friendly and through
October 11, 2022
I was included in all decision making in conjunction with my children in attendance.
October 11, 2022
Well run.
October 11, 2022
Physicians and staff top notch
September 27, 2022
Loved ALL the people I interacted with. Very friendly & concerned.
September 21, 2022
Professional but also friendly and knowledgeable
August 30, 2022
Great. Learned a lot.
August 30, 2022
Whole appointment was fine
August 30, 2022
All made my visit enjoyable.yes, had great caring drs. & asst.
August 24, 2022
Very competent medical service
August 23, 2022
The staff from check in, nurse, PA, and Dr. Noiseux are the best. I always leave with a good treatment plan and feel all my concerns have been addressed.
August 21, 2022
Didn't really know why I was there, thought it was for a different reason than the one I was referred for. Then didnt want to listen a whole lot to the issue I was having since the prior surgery they performed. Hadn't read notes or looked at my records before seeing me. Very disappointed.
August 19, 2022
Doctor knowledgeable about my condition and had great experience dealing with it. Great surgeon.
August 19, 2022
Great Doctors
August 18, 2022
Helpful attitude of all I met during visit
August 16, 2022
Excellent care.
August 15, 2022
Very professional, in and out in record time excellent care & service.
August 15, 2022
Dr Noiseaux is the best! Have referred many friends to him.
August 11, 2022
Dr Noiseaux. Talented and took care of the problems
August 11, 2022
Truly concerned about you and listens
August 4, 2022
Dr Noiseux is very professional and excellent at explaining. I am very thankful he did my surgery.
August 3, 2022
Appreciated the doctors' concern for my issue and a quick plan to relieve the pain.
July 14, 2022
Everyone was very knowledgeable kind and caring.
July 12, 2022
He is an outstanding doctor. Resident was excellent TOO!
July 5, 2022
I was in for a recheck and my x rays were clearly explained.
July 1, 2022
Dr. Noiseux. I have ultimate confidence, feel he is the best surgeon. He's done wonderful work for me, is personable, always positive and reassuring. I recommend him often to others for hip and knee replacement.
June 28, 2022
I felt heard and well supported, having a team working on my behalf gives me confidence in the care I have and will receive.
June 28, 2022
Good discussion with dr
June 28, 2022
Everyone was considerate v. friendly.
June 23, 2022
Great service and knowledge
June 23, 2022
My care giver explained everything so it was easy to understand speaking to him was very easy made me feel comfortable great job
June 14, 2022
Very professional
June 14, 2022
Dr Noiseux is a very good and professional orthopedic surgeon. He is a very concerned doctor and will do what is necessary to make you comfortable and get the job done. He is very thorough.
June 7, 2022
Fantastic: Let me know what to expect and what was expected from me.
May 16, 2022
Good clear reports
April 28, 2022
I'll take a good surgeon over a nice one, but Dr. Noiseux has the worst bedside manner of any doctor I've ever worked with. He's cold and completely lacks empathy and tact. I appreciate his expertise, but he didn't make me feel heard or cared about-at all.
April 28, 2022
New hip is fantastic. So glad I got it replaced!
April 19, 2022
He listened to me and took time with me as a new patient.
April 6, 2022
Dr. Nousiox spent probably more time with me discussing my issues.
March 31, 2022
I like the team approach
March 29, 2022
The information was very clear and all of the staff was very helpful
March 29, 2022
Dr. Was very professional and was familiar with my history and reviewed the x rays before coming in. He eas excellent in discussing options.
March 16, 2022
Explanation and language used was understandable. I felt I was an equal partner in any decisions.
March 9, 2022
My provider Dr Noiseux is one of the best! I had bilateral knee replacement and couldn't have had a better outcome.
March 8, 2022
Friendly and courteous service
March 7, 2022
I have recently met people from my area (two hours from Iowa City) who have gone to *Dr. Noiseux and have been very happy with this work. He has notoriety as a good physician.
March 3, 2022
Confident that care will be excellent.
February 27, 2022
It was good to visit with Dr. Noiseux again! Felt the 1st visit after surgery would have been more reassuring had I saw the doctor & not the nurses assistant.
February 27, 2022
Friendliness.
February 23, 2022
DR. NOISEUX IS AN EXCELLENT SUGERON WITH A WELL RECOGNIZED REPUTATION. I LIVE [location]. ON OUR SECOND FLOOR AT LEAST 4 OF US HAVE HAD SURGERY BY DR. NOISEUX. We ARE ALL VERY HAPPY.
February 23, 2022
[...] DR, NOISEUX'S VISIT COVERED A FEW DIFFERENT POINTS SO I HAD AN EXCELLENT DAY. I WENT AWAY FEELING THAT THIS LAST AND FINAL VISIT WAS HEART WARMING.
February 23, 2022
Excellent Dr.
February 23, 2022
Efficient
February 21, 2022
The resident and the surgeon asked more than once if we had any more questions for them before ending the visit which I thought was very nice.
February 15, 2022
I have always been treated very respectfully! I am humbled by the skills, knowledge, & expertise of your Doctors, Nurses & all Staff at U of Iowa Hospital & clinics!
February 14, 2022
great
February 14, 2022
I don't have any complaints
February 12, 2022
Friendly staff. Md. Took the time to explain the procedure to be done and answered all questions I had.
February 7, 2022
Helpfulness of everyone I came in contact with!
February 7, 2022
Competence & professionalism of Dr. Noiseux!
February 6, 2022
Everyone was helpful and kind.
February 1, 2022
[...] and Dr Noiseux were very helpful and informative. They answered all my questions and gave me information that I needed to know.
January 31, 2022
Expertise and having answers to meet my needs.
January 31, 2022
Explained my situation to me and treated me like a professional doctor. Answered all my questions.
January 29, 2022
Courteous and professional.
January 29, 2022
Excellent care
January 27, 2022
Am very impressed with Dr. Noiseux, his explanations, time spent and knowledge and caring.
January 24, 2022
Top, quality care!
January 24, 2022
Dr. Was very helpful but quick in explaining what the surgery will be.
January 19, 2022
Doctor seems very knowledgeable and friendly
January 17, 2022
Talked to me on my level, not a "canned" talk. Highly recommend this clinic and this doctor
January 12, 2022
He put mind mind at ease about my situation. He was such a good listener and I felt like I could ask him anything. So I did!!
January 2, 2022
Everyone was so friendly.
January 2, 2022
Dr Nocieux was confident, professional, courteous.
December 13, 2021
Meeting Dr Nocieux who was confident in what he does and this persuaded me to schedule surgery, though there is still a long wait (end of February & had I nit prescheduled this earlier in the fall, who knows when it would get on the OR calendar.
December 13, 2021
Feeling trusting. Great experience in every aspect of my visits to U. of Iowa Hospitals & clinics.
December 5, 2021
Physician attention to my concerns
November 24, 2021
Very professional!
November 22, 2021
The amount of time that the doctor spent with me explaining all the treatments and the pros and cons of that treatment.
November 22, 2021
Friendliness, concern for my pain
November 17, 2021
I know he is very good.
November 16, 2021
No long wait time, and very nice doctor and nurses.
November 8, 2021
Really no comments. Dr Noisuex never gave up on finding the problem with my hip! And he fixed it! I really wanted hip to do my other hip replacement but he's such a busy dr. I would have to wait 5 months. And it's way too painful to wait that long. So I'm getting it done locally.
November 7, 2021
Being able to ask all my questions without feeling hurried and getting good answers.
November 3, 2021
Extremely happy with my experience with the surgeon.
October 26, 2021
Dr Nosioux and he PA were great!
October 26, 2021
Care by the Dr
October 25, 2021
I really liked the three person, team approach to my case. Each one had their own perspective. Dr. N summarized and provided verbal instructions to the next steps I needed to take.
October 21, 2021
Dr and Staff
October 12, 2021
*Dr. Noiseux is outstanding!
August 2, 2021
Confidence.
August 2, 2021