Originally from Wisconsin, Dr. Nicholes received her undergraduate degree at Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. She earned her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at Des Moines University and then completed her 3 year surgical residency at SSM Health DePaul Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Nicholes is skilled in the techniques of foot and ankle surgery, sports medicine, wound care, and diabetic foot care.

In her spare time, Dr. Nicholes enjoys spending time with her husband, hiking with their two dogs, camping, reading and playing board games.