Pediatrics

Peter Nichol, MD

Director, Short Gut Program

Peter F. Nichol, MD, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Division of Pediatric Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, specializing in pediatric general surgery. He treats a broad spectrum of pediatric surgical conditions, with particular expertise in children with short gut syndrome (intestinal failure), Hirschsprung’s disease, birth defects of the intestine and abdominal wall, and traumatic injuries. As Director of the Short Gut Program at American Family

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Surgery (American Board of Surgery)
Pediatric Surgery (American Board of Surgery)

Education & Training

Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine (MD)
Graduate Education: Washington University (PhD, Neurosciences)
Graduate Education: Washington University (MA, Neuroscience)
Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics (General Surgery)
Residency: University of Virginia Medical Center (Urology)

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Pediatric SurgerySurgical Sports Medicine

Conditions & Treatments

Musculoskeletal ConditionsConcussionACL & Ligament ReconstructionArthroscopic Surgery

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

UW Health
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics
Ascension Saint Mary - Chicago
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
HSHS St. Vincent Hospital

Languages

English, Italian

Conditions Dr. Nichol treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Nichol accept Aetna insurance?

Peter Nichol's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Arise Health Plan plus 9 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Nichol practice?

Peter Nichol practices in Madison, WI with hospital affiliations including UW Health, University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, and Ascension Saint Mary - Chicago.

What does Dr. Nichol specialize in?

Peter Nichol is a board-certified pediatrics specialist with focus areas in Pediatric Surgery and Surgical Sports Medicine.

What is Dr. Nichol's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine (MD); Graduate Education: Washington University (PhD, Neurosciences); Graduate Education: Washington University (MA, Neuroscience).