Nicholas Martin MD, CAQSM
Specialties:
Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
About Nicholas Martin MD, CAQSM
Nicholas Martin, MD, CAQSM attended Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Health Science. He then obtained his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School in Worcester, Massachusetts. He remained at the UMass Chan Medical School where he completed a residency in Family Medicine through the Barre Family Health Center and a fellowship in Primary Care Sports and Exercise Medicine. He is board certified through the American Board of Family Medicine and holds an additional certification in Sports Medicine.
Dr. Martin’s philosophy of care is based on the idea that physicians should always strive to find the right treatment, for the right patient, at the right time. He believes the key to finding the best outcome for each patient comes from taking a holistic look at the numerous factors that impact a patient’s health. Having personally struggled with sports related injuries as a young athlete, Dr. Martin remembers the way his physician made him feel understood as a patient and he aims to provide the same level of care in his practice.
Throughout his training, he had the opportunity to work with team physicians, covering football, hockey, baseball, basketball, and mass participation events. As part of his fellowship, Dr. Martin was able to serve as a team physician for the Worcester Red Sox as well as collegiately at the Division I, II, and III levels with local schools including College of the Holy Cross and Assumption University. Attending these games and working with these teams gave him the opportunity to witness the great impact Sports Medicine has on the ability to help players bounce back and return to doing what they love after an injury.
When not at work, Dr. Martin can be found watching whichever Boston sports team is playing, working on DIY projects, woodworking, and spending time with his wife and two cats. He also volunteers as a mentor at his alma mater, Northeastern University, working with college students to help prepare them for their education and careers in medicine.
Locations
1565 North Main Street
Suite 506
Fall River, MA
02720
Suite 506
Fall River, MA
02720
2444 East Main Road
Portsmouth, RI
02871
Portsmouth, RI
02871
Insurance
Southcoast Health accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast Health patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.
Ratings & Reviews
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Patient Comments (120)
Went over all my results and explained everything and gave me options on how to proceed with my care
Dr Martin was fantastic. He's kind and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure to have an appointment there on Christmas Eve
Dr Martin and his staff are excellent! Knowledgeable. Empathetic. Highly skilled. Always asking questions and giving excellent advice. Support staff (secretaries and medical assistants) are great.
Dr. Martin is kind, gentle, and a good listener. He gave a number of options to deal with the problem and let me choose which one I thought was best, then affirmed my choice as a good one.
I felt very informed on what was going on with the choice I made to have 2 cortisone shots done in each shoulder.Dr Martin was very polite and professional kept me at ease during the procedure.I am very happy with Dr Marrain
Dr. Martin is the best! So attentive, patient, kind and thorough. He understands me and my goals, which helps me continue to move forward healthfully!
Listened to me and explained plan of treatment very carefully Hope it all works
Very professional staff and dr so glad I found them and to have a drink that actually listens to all your questions they are the best
Dr. Martin was professional, knew my health issues, explained in detail the procedure as well as what to expect and complications.I highly recommend Dr.Martin
My appointment was at 9am and didn't get called to see the dr. Until after 9:30. Other than that, the staff and dr. were very nice and professional. I felt at ease with them.
Dr. Martin always listens and tries to help with a resolution of pain. He makes sure all of your questions are answered. I trust him and his knowledge in the field of orthopedics
Dr Martin is a breath of fresh air. Smart. Honest. Kind. And wants to help. Great asset to SCH.u00A0
Dr. Martin makes you feel at ease, listen's to your concerns and questions explains extremely clearly the procedures and reasons of your visit.Very knowledgeable and friendly definitely going back and referring him to my family and friends.
Everything Dr Martin is excellent, I would recommend him to anyone
Doctor asked pertinent questions, was very thorough, and listened very, very carefully to the information that the patient provided him with. Very pleased, also very pleased by the fact that he alone, among doctors, gave a correct diagnosis of the condition that I was being treated for.
Everything was good from the receptionist to the assistant and doctor.
You explained everything to me and I understood what the doctor was telling me. Thank you. Bye.
Dr. Martin and his staff are very kind while dealing with my elderly mother who has Alzheimers.
He listen to everything I said and he explained everything perfectly
Dr Martin was kind, patient and respectful. He listened carefully and told me about the one option I have to treat my knee pain, at this point.Dr. Martin answered my questions. Then he told me to think about it and that I could make an appointment for that treatment if I choose.
Just taking care of my needs and a timely manner.
This was my first visit with Dr Martin and he was very friendly and willing to listen to my problem and concerns. He explained everything and took the time to listen to me. He also made sure to refer me to [Name]u00A0for a consultation as my next step. He assured me that if his plan did not work to give him a call. Thank you for taking time and listening to my issue at hand.
Front reception staff were excellent. The nurse [Name] was exceptional as well and Dr. Martin was a kind, compassionate and clearly a competent physician. He's a gem and fortunate to have been referred to him.
Dr Martin explained the risks of getting a cortisone shot and explained the procedure in detail. I was extremely happy with his service and highly recommend him. He has to be the best doctor that I've been to in my 10 years of shoulder issues.
Compassionate and good listening skills
He listened for the explanation of how it happened examined my leg in different positions showed me the ex ray and explained what is probably wrong and gave me an approximate time for healing and helped set up rehab for me I was very pleased and impressed with Dr Martin
He was very knowledgeable about my situation
I thought specialist was Orthopedic surgeon
It was my first time on this office, but I had a great experience. The doctor explained and the nurse explained everything. I did understand very well. Thank you.
Everyone were very accomodating and friendly. Keep up the good work!!
My experience was perfect. Dr. Martin is professional, courteous and extremely knowledgeable.
Dr Martin was very helpful in explaining my results. He talked directly to me and was very knowledgeable and helpful.
Dr. Martin listened well and explained things thoroughly. He was friendly and kind. I am grateful for his recommendation of treatment. I am hopeful that the shot works.
Dr Martin was very professional, listened well and provided good medical advice.I was seen in a timely manner
10 speaks for it all
Everything went well. Dr Martin very skilled .
Treated me with respect and listened to cares
Dr. Martin explained everything in an easy to understand manner making it easy to make decisions on the next step to treat the persistent elbow pain.
The staff was extremely knowledgeable and went above and beyond as well as the Dr.
As usual it's hard to improve on perfection.
The building was very difficult to find. There was not a sign outside indicating that I was in the correct place. Inside the building had many handmade signs directing me where to go, but nothing official.
Knowledgeable and explained all the possible options for my situation.
Staff heard my need and took care of it. My care is very much appreciated. TY
I was there for a injection. He came in, spoke to me, discussed the situation. I'm due for a surgery. He explained in detail how I have to wait three months for surgery after any shot. Got the scheme six months out, so figured out a timeline for when I want my surgery. And when my last shot can be, Dr. Martin's great.
Well informed, expert and responsive.
This was my first visit to this provider. Everything went well
Doctor Martin is both candid and engaged in helping me with my hip problems. Short term and long term implications of treatment and goals is outstanding. The best ortho guy I have seen in 50 years!!!
Dr. Martin was great. He explained everything well and made it easy for me to understand exactly what the plan was. He gave me two injections and I had almost zero pain, it was a comfortable experience.
Dr. Martin was very patient with me during the ultrasound procedure. He is very kind and very informed and a very good doctor. Thank you.
This dr listened and we talked and seams to really care about his patients!!! I find him great
I was extremely grateful that Dr. Martin listened to me and heard me when I explained I have been dealing with this issue for a while and wanted some relief
Dr. Martin listened carefully and I didn't feel rushed at any time throughout my appointment. He was very thorough in explaining the procedure and it went very smoothly.
Dr Martin came in, shook my hand and asked me what was going on. He listened to me and provided me with options. Also he kept me informed on what he was doing when giving me a cortisone shot in my shoulder. He made me feel very comfortable. Would recommend him to any of my friends who needed an orthopedic doctor.
Dr. Martin and staff were polite, friendly, and informative regarding my medical concern. We discussed options for treatment, and decided upon a plan of action.
Dr Martin and his nurse were awesome!Explained everything in a way I could understand. When Dr Martin did the injection he explained everything before he did it. Very happy with him, his bedside manner was great, something you don't see all the time
Very courteous and thoughtful.Also knowledgeable
The line to check in and out needs improvement. 1 person is unexceptable
Dr Martin and his staff are doing a great job! Listened to me and explained everything perfectly.
Dr Martin and his team were very professional and treated me very kindly.I have no complaints.
The support staff was very helpful, very friendly, made me feel comfortable. Dr. Martin, I can't say more than enough how well he talks and gentle and explains everything and really feels like he cares. Thank you.
Don't change anything. Great job
Everyone was so courteous and helpful.
Time was taken when Dr Martin explained everything to me.
The visit was on time. The information about what the plan is for my health was well defined.
Exceptional staff and would not change a thing about how they deal with myself as a patient! Highly recommend
The doctor was very thorough and answered all my questions. All the other staff were very pleasant
DrMartin was a very gracious provider concerned about the patient.
Seen in a timely manner. Provider was informative and respectful. Procedure was performed with minimal discomfort. Plan was discussed with consideration of my goals.
Dr. Martin's nurse assistant, [Name] was so helpful in aiding me change into the gown and getting on and off the exam table. Dr. Martin is so encouraging and supportive in describing what he's doing and why he's injecting the medication into my left [Name]
Dr Martin an the staff are always very nice and helpful and friendly I very much appreciate everything they do for me
Dr Martin was wonderful. He explained everything he was doing. So gentle and caring.
I feel as if he's very informative and he listens for what you have to say. I'm very satisfied with him and I would highly recommend him.
Fantastic experience. Everyone was super friendly and the care was much better than expected in a very timely fashion. Thank you.
Nice staff excellent team very pleased with the results
Everyone in the office are super nice and inviting and the doctor is so nice! I felt very comfortable and he listened to everything I had to say. Would recommend to everyone
DR MARTIN, is fantastic! His bedside manner. Easy to speak with. I was so pleased with him & the office. Please keep him around!
Dr Martin is very conscientious, caring and punctual.
Well treated by friendly and well informed staff. Down to earth Dr. Martin explained the situation well, offering his professional expertise.
Dr.Martin what a great doctor listened to my concerns explained to me down to earth doctor seen him 2 times and would recommend him to everyone give him 5 times thumbs up
Very effective explanations
Dr Martin was fantastic! He explained everything to me and gave me opportunity to ask questions. He was kind and very knowledgeable. Rose the medical assistant was so sweet and kind.
Dr Martin is taking care of me for a torn medial posterior meniscus. He reviewed my prior images from another facility and spoke with me about my options. Dr Martin is an excellent physician with great bedside manner, explains everything. Cannot improve!!!!
Awesome informative
My visit to Dr. Martin was intended to provide me with relief from pain in my right shoulder - the result of a terribly arthritic joint and torn rotator cuff. It is evening now, and I do feel relief already. I am grateful for his intervention.
Wait time for appointment was a long time considering that I was in discomfort. Staff is friendly and courteous.Dr Martin is friendly, explains things in way that is to understand and is very knowledgeable in his field.
Wonderful. Took time to explain when I couldn't hear him.
All was perfect. Nothing to improve.
Dr Martin was great. He answered all my questions and handled my anxiety very well
Excellent doctor!!
I have no complaints about this physician, who treated me with respect and courtesy. He described the procedure he was about to undertake in a clear and informative manner, and his care was impeccable. I would recommend him to anyone that asks.
Dr. Martin was very accurate in describing the procedure and what was to be expected. The office was clean. The appointment was timely.
Discussed prognosis, explained options, respected any decisions I made, explained procedures step by step so I felt comfortable with what he was doing.
Dr. Martin was a very, very nice, polite and very friendly person. And I would say that this was the least painful shot that I've ever had in my hip.
Everything was great and professional
Nothing needs to change on my end
Excellent, professional staff!My only criticism is the physical plant.The old red brick building at 1565 N. Main St.,Fall River has quality office space. However,the parking lot, outside access, huge potholes & general dumpy environs is truly pathetic for a healthcare system like SouthCoast!
I was treated with respect and courtesy and made to fell at ease even thought I was very nervous great bed side manner would recommend to family and friends.
No long wait times and they do injections at this location making it much easier.
Dr Martin is amazing informed me about everything . I could tell he gave me best care i could get Thank you again south coast health for making this appoint 100 percent perfect
Absolutely fantastic service. The staff was friendly and respectful. Dr. Martin is an excellent doctor and is very helpful in providing options for joint issues.
Unfortunately I had to wait over an hour to be seen for this scheduled visit, but other than that, everything was great. Dr. Martin was knowledgeable, thorough, and involved me in the medical decision-making
The whole experience from check in staff, my medical tech ([Name]) and Dr Martin could not have been better! Dr Martin interviewed me, listened and answered questions. He explained everything in both an informative and kind manner. I felt care for and safe, in capable hands. I was nervous about having a pain injection into my hip joint, but feel very eased now. He is truly a wonderful caregiver. Thank you.
Dr Martin and the staff are always so kind and polite. I can't say enough good things about them they make you feel very comfortable.
He was prompt and quick and walked me through everything and let me know what to expect, what to look for, and overall made me feel comfortable during the entire appointment. And he had great bedside manner.
I was treated respectfully and informed of each step of the process.
The doctor was very attentive and knowledgeable. He answered my questions very carefully and explained the questions in a way I had a complete understanding of my condition and my options.
My experience with this doctor was one of the best I have had so far. I am very happy to have been treated by him. I would also like to mention the excellent service provided by the doctor's assistant and the receptionist. Everything was fantastic!
Very caring DR and staff listen to everything I had to say no matter how long it took
Mr Martin was very efficient and friendly. Was very impressed with everyone and the facility itself
My visit was comforting and gave me the knowledge of what I was dealing with.The manner of care and compassion was amazing. Thank you! [Name] [Name]
Dr. Martin listened to me and I didn't feel rushed. He explained things very well.
Dr Martin was wonderful! He took time to explain the procedure and made me very comfortable! Thank you for a great experience
Dr Martin is great . He listens and explains things for you to understand . I am very happy with Dr Martin. He is very down to earth !
Dr Martin is an excellent physician. He helps me to talk through the decision making process with him. I always leave feeling like I got exactly what I came for. The support staff are friendly and serious about getting the data they need to get their job done.
Dr Martin is second to none, a true humanitarian. He is caring, detailed, professional, etc. the Doctor's staff mirrors the same caring virtues. I am grateful
Dr. Martin takes his time with you, listen to all your questions and concerns. He explains everything to you I a manner that is easy to understand and is very thorough and kind.
Excellent experience thus far….
Appointment was in a timely manner. Dr. Martin answered my questions and gave me options for my care.
The person I saw not the nurses that rushed me through seamed to listen I'm I'm waiting on the follow up calls for the mri he put out for . All day nothing
Dr. Martin is very caring and kind!! He pointed areas of concern out to me on my MRI and explained how the procedure should work and what would be the next treatments we can due if needed. The ladies in the office were wonderful and polite. I mean that!!! They also spoke very highly of Dr. Martin and as far as I am concerned, that's great to hear!!!