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Nigel N. Hsu

Nigel N. Hsu, MD

Foot and Ankle Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 3-12
  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64

Languages

  • Chinese - Mandarin
  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Nigel N. Hsu

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Nigel N. Hsu, M.D., is an orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon serving patients in the Baltimore and Howard County areas. He is an assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Hsu specializes in comprehensive surgical care of the foot and ankle. He is an expert in total ankle replacement, foot and ankle deformity correction, foot and ankle arthritis, sports-related injuries, ankle arthroscopy, bunions, lesser toe deformities and fracture care. Dr. Hsu employs the latest technology in total ankle arthroplasty and minimally invasive techniques to achieve the best outcomes for his patients. 

Dr. Hsu completed his orthopaedic foot and ankle fellowship at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore. Prior to that, he earned his medical degree and completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He graduated with honors in chemistry and studio art from Dartmouth College.

Dr. Hsu has authored numerous publications, book chapters and has presented research nationally. He is an accomplished artist and is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society.

Centers and Institutes

Musculoskeletal Center

Selected Publications

  • Hsu N, Tan EW, Miller SD. Dual Semitendinosus Allograft Reconstruction of Large Defects in Chronic Achilles Tendinopathy. Techniques in Foot and Ankle Surgery. 2015

  • Jain A, Sullivan BT, Hassanzadeh H, Hsu NN, Sponseller PD. Posterolateral Diskectomies for Treatment of Pediatric Spinal Deformities. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2018 Aug;43(16):1139-1145. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000002525. PMID: 29227364

  • Lee RJ, Hsu NN, Lenz CM, Leet AI. Does obesity affect fracture healing in children? Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2013 Apr;471(4):1208-13. doi: 10.1007/s11999-012-2626-7. PMID: 23054519

  • Thakkar SC, Hsu N, Hasenboehler EA. Knee Extensor Mechanism Reconstruction With Complete Extensor Allograft After Failure of Patellar Tendon Repair. Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2015 Jun;44(6):E199-203. PMID: 26047006

  • Weber KL, Doucet M, Shaner A, Hsu N, Huang D, Fogel J, Kominsky SL. MIP-1δ activates NFATc1 and enhances osteoclastogenesis: involvement of both PLCγ2 and NFκB signaling. PLoS One. 2012;7(7):e40799. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0040799. Epub 2012 Jul 9. PMID: 22792407

Honors

  • AOFAS Resident Scholar, 1/1/15
  • Sellard Travel Grant, Johns Hopkins University, 1/1/09
  • Dean's Research Grant, Johns Hopkins University, 1/1/09

Lectures & Presentations

Management Of Acute Ruptures Of The Achilles Tendon - Healing The Achilles' Heel, Scientific Exhibit, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Orlando, FL, 3/1/16

Memberships

  • Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
  • Maryland Orthopaedic Association
  • Dartmouth College Alumni Association
  • Johns Hopkins Medical and Surgical Association
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Professional Activities

Johns Hopkins University Collegiate Lacrosse, Sideline Physician, 1/1/13 - 12/31/17

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton
    • 1106 Annapolis Road, Pavilion I, Suite 280, Odenton, MD 21113
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  2. Charter Professional Center
  3. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
    • 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 2100, Lutherville, MD 21093
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, Foot and Ankle Surgery, 2018
  • Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2017
  • Medical Education: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, MD, 2012

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2020

Insurance

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  • Aetna
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthSmart/Accel
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • MultiPlan
  • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

254 ratings, 89 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Overall Rating by Patient
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Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    Very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    I cannot say enough about Dr. Hsu. He is so knowledgeable, always a good listener & really tries to explain things so I can understand them. I'm so grateful to have had him as the surgeon for my ankle surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    Pleasant, easy to talk to and explained everything clearly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    The provider explained everything in details and eased my mine about my upcoming surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Great doctor surgeon

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Very happy with the care and consideration from this provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Dr. Hsu, has excellent bedside manner. He was caring and sensitive to my needs and explained my surgery and after care completely. My first follow-up appointment was exactly as he said it would be. I experienced some anxiety after the doctor had finished my exam, the nurses called him back into the exam room and without hesitation he came to check on me to ensure I was ok.I really appreciated his concern.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Great listener. Great doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    Excellent knowledge and manners.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    It was good visit with the doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    Dr Hsu is a very thoughtful and caring surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    Dr. Hsu was fantastic! He gave me great options for my foot that the other specialist did not.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    Dr. Hsu is an exceptional doctor! He is thorough and very detailed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    Professional, responsive and friendly. A few weeks prior at Howard County General, he did a great job with my leg, ordered a CT which found another break besides those from the X-rays and did a great job with the surgery to fix everything. I appreciate his quick responses to questions on portal.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/26/2026

    Dr. Hsu is the kindest, most competent medical professional I have ever dealt with. He always listens to my concerns and addresses every single question I ask him. I cannot say enough positive words about every one of my experiences with him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    I had a very good visit with Dr. Hsu.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Dr Hsu provides excellent care

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Is sometimes not very forthcoming with the necessary treatment options. I Have to kind of dig out what my treatment options are from my own questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    I am so thankful dr Hsu validated my concerns with my ankle and got me in quickly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Dr. Hsu was knowledgeable, professional and explained my injury and the recommended treatment approach in detail

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Very informative, caring of my situation in which made me feel better

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Very knowledgeable and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Dr Hsu is very thorough and very respectful!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Very through and respectful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Dr Hsu was very attentive to me and my ankle injury and acted quickly to get me scheduled for surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Explained everything in detail. Listened to me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Dr. Hsu does great work, and has an excellent rapport with his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Dr. Hsu,Seems to be a caring and thoughtful .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Dr Hsu is the best orthopedic specialist and he is the only person that I trust to do any kind of procedures with

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    Dr Hsu is an outstanding physician. He's caring, understanding and kind. Our visits are never rushed. I have and will continue to recommend Dr Hsu to everyone I know in need of foot and ankle care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Excellent doctor. Read x-rays and MRI explaining them in detail to me. Provided info about continued healing, Was knowledgeable and courteous.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    I would highly recommend this provider to those who need his expertise. He is extremely knowledgeable and also took the time to understand me and my lifestyle, taking that into account when formulating and explaining a path to recovery. I have rarely felt so comfortable at a new provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Dr. Hsu is an exceptionally professional, empathetic and articulate physician dedicated to finding a strategy to address my issue.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2025

    Dr Hsu has been amazing from my first visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Very knowledgable - and esp. Patient. I really appreciate his willingness to follow up on email questions, so helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Excellent

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Excellent. Great bedside manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    He was very kind and helpful providing information about what the best procedure would be for my injury. He talked me through what was going to happen and helped me understand the benefits and risks of my procedure.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr. Hsu was professional snd friendly. He did not make me feel like I was infringing on his time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr Hsu is always very professional and explains everything going on with my Achilles heel.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Great. Understands the uniqueness of my situation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Dr.Hsu is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Doctor Hsu was very helpful in explaining the current condition of my wrist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Very good Doctor, thorough exam and good alternatives.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Dr. Hsu is skilled, attentive, and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Dr. Hsu is very knowledgeable and patient centered.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    More time should be spent for first post op visit. The Dr needs to be more informative and verbal about post op health expectations, potential hazards and risks, timeline recovery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    He was wonderful. Listened, cared, did not rush me through my many questions. He also suggested one thing the prior doc from Ortho MD did not. He wants me to take a baby aspirin while my broken foot is in a boot. Ortho MD did not think of that!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Great listener and chair side manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    Provider was knowledgeable and concern about my injury

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Dr, Hsu is excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    Skilled, attentive, courteous, kind

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    No have or provided enough time with patient

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    It was a referral from my therapist, and he was very exceptional, I was very pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Very kindly and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Dr Hsu was very knowledgeable. He showed me my X-Rays and explained them. He also explained what surgery I would need and how long the recovery process is.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    Dr. Hsu was very helpful in helping me understand my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    Good listener. I felt my needs were met.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    One of Hopkins best!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    He's an outstanding doctor!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    Dr Hsu has always been very supportive and given great care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Everyone was very helpful, cheerful and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    He listened which is great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Great bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Dr. Hsu made me feel very comfortable. He was very professional, supportive and understanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    Caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    Dr. Hsu is a superlative physician: excellent training, a caring and good listener, and one who Inspires confidence and comfort In his care of you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    Dr. Hsu has proven to be a terrific surgeon and is also a very nice man.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Dr Hsu is outstanding .I have been able to walk without discomfort for at least three months, well beyond expected date of recovery .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Dr. Hsu is very comprehensive in explaining procedures , listens carefully and answers questions completely. He is very good in my opinion- the best!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    Dr. Hsu came highly recommended so I was happy to get an appointment. He seemed friendly and knowledgeable, although our appointment was brief.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Dr Hsu is one of The Best! Would Highly Recommend him to Family and Friends!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    The doctor was great!

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    I never saw the provider. After waiting 45 minutes, I gave up and left.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Very knowledgeable provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    Wonderful experience so far .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    Knowledgeable, Kind, Patient

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    Calm, knowledgeable and assuring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    Dr. Hsu is an ambassador for surgeons and a wonderful example of how to care for a patient. He is very responsive, thoughtful, ensures all of my questions are answered, and patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    Dr. Hsu is an extraordinary doctor. I trust his judgment and feel safe in his care. He's very personable and makes me feel calm, heard, and genuinely cared for.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2025

    Good service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Very thorough; easy to converse with. Provided clear explanations and expectatiobs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    The provider was good but some how impersonal

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/18/2025

    Very kind, informative, efficient, took time to truly provide me with clear explanations of my condition