Nicole Derby, PA-C
Nicole Derby, PA-C is a certified physician assistant working in close collaboration with Jamie L. Friedman, MD. Nicole earned a Bachelor degree from the Duke University Physician Assistant Program, Durham, NC. Dedicated to high-quality orthopaedic care, Nicole assists in patient evaluations, treatment planning, and surgical support to help patients recover and stay active.
Area of Interest
Nicole was born and raised in Rochester, New York. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY where she majored in both Neuroscience and Psychology and played on the women’s varsity soccer team. She then attended Duke University in Durham, North Carolina and completed her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies.
After graduation, Nicole worked for an orthopedic practice in Albany, NY before joining Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group, where she is focused on the treatment of orthopedic sports medicine injuries.
Nicole and her boyfriend moved to Colorado Springs in the summer of 2024. They thoroughly enjoy many of the outdoor activities Colorado has to offer, including trail hiking and biking. She also enjoys running, CrossFit, traveling and spending time at home with their two crazy cats.
Graduate
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Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Duke University Physician Assistant Program, Durham, NC
Undergraduate
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BS in Neuroscience, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY
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BA in Psychology, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY
- Certifications: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Memberships: American Academy of Physician Assistants
- North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants
- Physician Assistants of Orthopedic Surgery
- Honors: Pi Alpha member, National Honor Society for Physician Assistants
Practice Locations
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4110 Briargate Parkway Suite 300
Colorado Springs, CO -
1655 Quail Lake Loop
Colorado Springs, CO
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Jamie L. Friedman, MD Fellowship Trained & Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon