Orthopaedic Associates Welcomes Dr. Nicholas Pilla

Fellowship-trained hand surgeon Nicholas I. Pilla, M.D., will join Orthopaedic Associates Sept. 2. Dr. Pilla is an expertly trained surgeon offering care for the hand, wrist and elbow and will be available to see patients in Fort Walton Beach at 1034 Mar Walt Drive, in Destin at 36474C Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 3101, in Niceville at 554-D Twin Cities Blvd. and in Crestview at 5300 S. Ferdon Blvd. Patients in need of specialized hand, wrist or elbow care are encouraged to call 850-863-2153.

As a fellowship-trained orthopaedic hand surgeon, Dr. Pilla specializes in treating injuries and conditions of the hand and upper extremity. He focuses on restoring function, relieving pain and improving quality of life through personalized, evidence-based care. His expertise includes:

  • Basilar, IP and MCP joint replacement.
  • Carpal tunnel release.
  • Cubital tunnel release.
  • De Quervain's stenosing tenosynovitis release.
  • Dupuytren’s contracture release.
  • Ganglion cyst excision.
  • Lateral epicondylitis debridement (tennis elbow).
  • Medial epicondylitis debridement (golfer’s elbow).
  • Nerve injury.
  • Steroid and PRP injections.
  • Tendon ruptures.
  • Trauma of the finger, wrist, forearm and elbow.
  • Trigger finger release.

“We are excited to welcome Dr. Pilla to Orthopaedic Associates as we continue to expand access to exceptional care. His addition supports our ongoing commitment to meeting the orthopaedic needs of our growing community with skill, compassion and innovation,” said Orthopaedic Associates Practice President Dr. Jason Thackeray. “Dr. Pilla’s clinical expertise and genuine commitment to patient care make him an outstanding addition to Orthopaedic Associates.”

Dr. Pilla earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey. He then went on to Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, where he completed an orthopaedic surgery residency. Dr. Pilla then furthered his training, undergoing a hand fellowship at Baptist Health South Florida and Florida International University in Coral Gables.

To learn more about Dr. Pilla or to schedule an appointment at Orthopaedic Associates, call 850-863-2153.

 

Recent News