Dr. James Nuttall is a double board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in joint replacement, fracture care, musculoskeletal oncology, limb salvage, and complex reconstructive surgery. He completed medical school at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, orthopaedic surgery residency at McMaster University in Canada, and advanced fellowship training in limb salvage, complex reconstruction, and orthopaedic oncology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School.

Dr. Nuttall believes in a patient-centered approach to orthopaedic care. He works closely with each patient to develop individualized treatment plans, ensuring they understand the benefits, risks, and alternatives of both surgical and non-surgical treatment options. His goal is to help patients restore function, relieve pain, and return to the activities that matter most to them.

Throughout his career, Dr. Nuttall has trained and practiced at internationally recognized academic medical centers in Canada, Ireland, and the United States. He has extensive experience treating arthritis, traumatic injuries, complex joint conditions, bone and soft tissue tumors, and revision joint replacement surgery. He was also among the earliest surgeons in Indiana to adopt robotic arm-assisted joint replacement technology to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Nuttall has been a lifelong athlete. He competed as a member of Cornell University's NCAA Division I rowing team and later served as Head Coach of the University of Toronto Women's Rowing Team. His experiences as both an athlete and coach continue to shape his commitment to teamwork, discipline, and helping patients achieve their personal goals.

Board Certified:

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (Orthopaedic Surgery)

Medical School:

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Doctor of Medicine (M.B., B.Ch., B.A.O.)

Residency

McMaster University
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
Chief Resident (Final Year)

Fellowship
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Limb Salvage
Complex Reconstruction
Orthopaedic Oncology