Meet Dr. Nicole D’Apice
Nicole is originally from Michigan. She received her bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from Grand Valley State University. She later completed her Master’s degree in Sports Health Care from A.T. Still University. Eventually returning to complete her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from A.T. Still University. She has been working as a PA in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery for over 13 years now! Nicole has been married to her husband, James, for over 20 years. They have two children, a boy and a girl, as well as a 14 year old mutt named Jellybean.
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The Truth About Orthopedic Surgery
Most people who come in here thought surgery was coming. That is usually the first thing they mention. And honestly, for most of them, it never happens. Over 90% of orthopedic conditions do not require it. We start with what is least invasive and go from there. That is just how we work.
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If there’s a 90% chance you don’t need surgery… why start with a surgeon?
WHY START HERE INSTEAD?
Surgery shouldn’t be the first solution.
Traditional Ortho Surgeon:
- surgical-first mindset
- may refer for expensive imaging
- focus on procedures
Non-Surgical Orthopedic Specialist
- focus on helping patients avoid surgery
- in-house diagnostics
- regenerative and conservative treatments
- specialized in non-invasive care
Faster Answers Without Expensive Imaging
Faster Answers
Without Expensive Imaging
Diagnostic ultrasound is done right here. Same visit, clear picture, way less expensive than an MRI. You are not waiting weeks and paying a lot just to find out what is going on.
Key Points:
- Fraction of the cost of MRI
- No referrals or waiting
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Most clinics send you out for imaging.
We diagnose and treat — all in one place.
Everything You Would Get At An Orthopedic Clinic —Without Surgery
Real orthopedic care and actual treatment options. You get answers here. Nobody is going to push you toward a procedure just because it exists.

Regenerative Medicine

Steroid Injections

Joint Pain Treatments
Dr. Minor understands when you need surgery.
He knows the best surgeons in town. If you need surgery, he can refer you to the best of the best.

Sports Injury Care

Soft Tissue Therapy
Over 90% of Orthopedic Conditions Don’t Require Surgery
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You Don’t Have To Live With This
Knee Pain
Shoulder Pain
Back Pain
Arthritis
Limited Mobility
Chronic Inflammation
Pain grinds on you after a while. It is in the back of your head when you wake up. It changes what you do on weekends. People around Chandler put up with it for a long time before coming in. Understandable. But there is usually something that can be done.
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A Smarter Path To Recovery

Accurate Diagnosis (On-Site)

Targeted Treatment Plan

Restore Movement Without Surgery
Before You Consider Surgery — Talk To Us First
You may not need it. Let’s find out.
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