In addition to enjoying his family, Dr. Nitka’s hobbies include watch and clock building, as well as golfing, sailing and fishing. He is married to the former Melanie Smith and they have one son.
- Undergraduate: University of Arizona
- Postgraduate: College of Medicine, University of Arizona
- Internship: Duke University Medical Center
- Residency: Duke University Medical Center
- Fellowship: Texas Institute for Spinal Disorders
- Board Cerification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery