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“My goal is to work with patients to find the underlying cause of their pain and help find a solution so they can return to the activities that they enjoy."​


Provider Bio down arrow

Dr. Nikhil Shelke is an orthopedic and neurological spine surgeon who helps patients experiencing neck and back pain along with pain radiating to their arms or legs. 

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​​​Dr. Shelke is fellowship-trained with a comprehensive combination of Orthopaedic and Neurological Surgery of the Spine.

Along with back and neck pain, patients may have issues with their balance while walking and trouble with using their hands, both of which may be related to their spine. “Back pain that radiates to the leg and arms can be quite debilitating," said Dr. Shelke. “It keeps people from experiencing the joys and wonders that life has to offer."

Finding the source of patients' injury or condition is key to Dr. Shelke's practice. From there, his goal is to partner with his patients and their family to create a collaborative treatment plan they can work towards together, which may include minimally invasive surgical options. 

Strong communication and trust with his patients drives Dr. Shelke. The foundation of this relationship is important because Dr. Shelke will remain with the patient on their health journey for several years to decades to help get back to life pain free.​​​

Dr. Shelke earned his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago - Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, Illinois. He completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and his fellowship at Duke University Health System in Durham, North Carolina.

“I believe that my life experiences have shaped my philosophies and who I am as a person today," he said. He has lived, worked and learned in five countries across three continents. Dr. Shelke also served as combat medic in US Army 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant after a seven-year career.

While not at work, Dr. Shelke enjoys spending time with his family, carpentry and making wooden furniture. He and his wife have three sons and look forward to including their children as they continue to travel the world. 

Professional Summary down arrow

  • Medical School
    Loyola University Chicago - Stritch School of Medicine Maywood, IL, United States, M.D. 2015

    Residency
    University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio San Antonio, TX, United States, Orthopedic Surgery 2020

    Fellowship
    Duke University Health System Durham, NC, United States, Orthopedic Surgery & Neurosurgical Spine Surgery 2021

  • State Licenses
    Wisconsin

Patient Ratings down arrow

4.6
out of 5 (62 ratings, 16 comments)
4.6
Provider explanations of my problem
4.6
Provider concern for my questions
4.6
Provider's efforts to include me in treatment decisions
4.6
Provider's discussion of proposed treatment
4.4
My likelihood of recommending this provider

Patient Comments down arrow

Comments are also gathered from the Press Ganey patient satisfaction survey and displayed in their entirety with the exception of any language that may be considered slander, libel or contain private health information, which will be removed prior to publishing.
Comments are from Press Ganey surveys. Slander, libel and private health information are removed.
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January 28, 2022
I was very impressed with his concern, knowledge and communication skills. He addressed each issue & provided clear options.
February 21, 2022
Excellent - very personable and informative - caring - takes time to explain doesn't rush you there.
April 22, 2022
Much kindness showed to me. Made me feel like they cared.
June 17, 2022
He is excellent!
August 5, 2022
Dr. listened & discussed my problems.
October 4, 2022
Very thorough, explained in my terms.
October 21, 2022
Dr. Shelke is one of the most kind and compassionate doctors I have ever met. He listened and responded to my questions & concerns.
October 27, 2022
Dr. Shelke is the best.
December 9, 2022
Impressed my wife with his personality and putthing things in a language and verbiage that we could understand.
December 16, 2022
Dr. Shelke listened to me and answered all of my questions. I really like him.
December 23, 2022
I was in surgery in an emergency situation. Dr. Shelke was as thorough as he could be with me under the circumstances. I felt confident in his knowledge and ability.
March 9, 2022
I thought Dr. Shelke was a very cool and caring person.
June 29, 2022
"Very good experience overall."
November 13, 2021
Compared to other surgeons Dr. Shelke showed compassion & seemed concerned w/my condition!
June 4, 2022
Other than waiting so long to see him he seem knowledgeable.
August 1, 2022
Overall pretty good experience!!
June 4, 2022
Other than waiting so long to see him he seem knowledgeable.
August 1, 2022
Overall pretty good experience!!
November 13, 2021
Compared to other surgeons Dr. Shelke showed compassion & seemed concerned w/my condition!
March 9, 2022
I thought Dr. Shelke was a very cool and caring person.
June 29, 2022
"Very good experience overall."
January 28, 2022
I was very impressed with his concern, knowledge and communication skills. He addressed each issue & provided clear options.
February 21, 2022
Excellent - very personable and informative - caring - takes time to explain doesn't rush you there.
April 22, 2022
Much kindness showed to me. Made me feel like they cared.
June 17, 2022
He is excellent!
August 5, 2022
Dr. listened & discussed my problems.
October 4, 2022
Very thorough, explained in my terms.
October 21, 2022
Dr. Shelke is one of the most kind and compassionate doctors I have ever met. He listened and responded to my questions & concerns.
October 27, 2022
Dr. Shelke is the best.
December 9, 2022
Impressed my wife with his personality and putthing things in a language and verbiage that we could understand.
December 16, 2022
Dr. Shelke listened to me and answered all of my questions. I really like him.
December 23, 2022
I was in surgery in an emergency situation. Dr. Shelke was as thorough as he could be with me under the circumstances. I felt confident in his knowledge and ability.
November 13, 2021
Compared to other surgeons Dr. Shelke showed compassion & seemed concerned w/my condition!
January 28, 2022
I was very impressed with his concern, knowledge and communication skills. He addressed each issue & provided clear options.
February 21, 2022
Excellent - very personable and informative - caring - takes time to explain doesn't rush you there.
March 9, 2022
I thought Dr. Shelke was a very cool and caring person.
April 22, 2022
Much kindness showed to me. Made me feel like they cared.
June 4, 2022
Other than waiting so long to see him he seem knowledgeable.
June 17, 2022
He is excellent!
June 29, 2022
"Very good experience overall."
August 1, 2022
Overall pretty good experience!!
August 5, 2022
Dr. listened & discussed my problems.
October 4, 2022
Very thorough, explained in my terms.
October 21, 2022
Dr. Shelke is one of the most kind and compassionate doctors I have ever met. He listened and responded to my questions & concerns.
October 27, 2022
Dr. Shelke is the best.
December 9, 2022
Impressed my wife with his personality and putthing things in a language and verbiage that we could understand.
December 16, 2022
Dr. Shelke listened to me and answered all of my questions. I really like him.
December 23, 2022
I was in surgery in an emergency situation. Dr. Shelke was as thorough as he could be with me under the circumstances. I felt confident in his knowledge and ability.
December 23, 2022
I was in surgery in an emergency situation. Dr. Shelke was as thorough as he could be with me under the circumstances. I felt confident in his knowledge and ability.
December 16, 2022
Dr. Shelke listened to me and answered all of my questions. I really like him.
December 9, 2022
Impressed my wife with his personality and putthing things in a language and verbiage that we could understand.
October 27, 2022
Dr. Shelke is the best.
October 21, 2022
Dr. Shelke is one of the most kind and compassionate doctors I have ever met. He listened and responded to my questions & concerns.
October 4, 2022
Very thorough, explained in my terms.
August 5, 2022
Dr. listened & discussed my problems.
August 1, 2022
Overall pretty good experience!!
June 29, 2022
"Very good experience overall."
June 17, 2022
He is excellent!
June 4, 2022
Other than waiting so long to see him he seem knowledgeable.
April 22, 2022
Much kindness showed to me. Made me feel like they cared.
March 9, 2022
I thought Dr. Shelke was a very cool and caring person.
February 21, 2022
Excellent - very personable and informative - caring - takes time to explain doesn't rush you there.
January 28, 2022
I was very impressed with his concern, knowledge and communication skills. He addressed each issue & provided clear options.
November 13, 2021
Compared to other surgeons Dr. Shelke showed compassion & seemed concerned w/my condition!

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