About
Dr. Nick Blank grew up in Haslett, Michigan and completed both his undergraduate studies and medical degree at Michigan State University. He attended Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, spending his first two clinical years in Grand Rapids and his final two years in Flint. Medicine runs in his family; he followed his father's path into the field.
Dr. Blank completed his Family Medicine residency in Grand Rapids, where he met Dr. Matt Falkiewicz and the two served together as co-chief residents. He holds board certification as a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. A close friend's experience with a ruptured AVM in high school, and the long recovery that followed, shaped his commitment to the human side of medicine. He describes walking alongside patients through their health journey as what makes medicine meaningful to him. He co-founded Nova Direct Primary Care with Dr. Falkiewicz to build a practice centered on that relationship.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Michigan State University
Medical School
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, Grand Rapids
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Blank right for?
Dr. Blank is a strong fit for patients who want a physician invested in their full story, not just their symptoms. He works well with adults and children managing chronic conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure. Patients navigating complex or ongoing health challenges will appreciate his focus on the long-term relationship. His broad family medicine background also makes him a good choice for acute care, routine physicals, and preventive visits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Blank treats the full scope of family medicine, including diabetes, high blood pressure, weight management, sexual health, chronic disease management, and acute illness. He also sees patients for annual physicals and well-child exams.
Yes. Dr. Blank holds the FAAFP designation, Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He earned this certification after completing his Family Medicine residency in Grand Rapids.
Dr. Blank earned both his undergraduate degree and his medical degree from Michigan State University. He attended Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, with clinical training split between Grand Rapids and Flint. He then completed his Family Medicine residency in Grand Rapids, serving as co-chief resident alongside Dr. Matt Falkiewicz.
Dr. Blank entered medicine because of the human connection it requires. A close friend's experience recovering from a ruptured AVM in high school showed him the importance of a physician who walks alongside patients through difficult health challenges. He describes that ongoing relationship as the core of what makes medicine meaningful.
Yes. Dr. Blank sees Nova members for same-day and next-day appointments. Members can also reach him by phone, video, or text for concerns that do not require an in-person visit.
Yes. Dr. Blank practices full-scope family medicine and cares for patients of all ages. Children under 18 must have at least one guardian enrolled as a Nova member.
Yes. Dr. Blank performs in-office procedures included in the Nova membership at no additional cost. These include laceration repair, abscess drainage, skin tag removal, ingrown toenail removal, cryotherapy, EKG, pap smears, and more. Skin biopsies require a separate pathology fee of approximately $65.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026