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Dr. Dorothy Nicholson, MD

Rheumatology* Age 70
Dr. Dorothy Nicholson, MD
3.9 (15 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Dorothy Nicholson, MD

Rheumatology* Age 70
Alexandria, VA
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Dorothy Nicholson, MD works in Alexandria, VA as a Rheumatology Specialist and has 43 years experience.

They are board certified in Internal Medicine and graduated from Boston University in 1981. Dr. Nicholson completed a residency at George Wash University School of Medicine. Dr. Nicholson has has worked on more claims relating to Joint Pain, Arthritis and Limb Pain than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Nicholson has received an average rating of 3.9 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. They are affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital and Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Nicholson practices at Practice in Alexandria, VA.

Offers Telehealth

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Locations

  1. 1 Drs. Schwartz and Nicholson Plc.
    101 S Whiting St Ste 105, Alexandria, VA 22304
    Monday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    10:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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3.9
Based on 15 Reviews
5 Stars (9)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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May 14, 2020
Dr. Nicholson is excellent, she is well versed in her specialty of arthritis. She has a excellent manner and she considers all options for your wellbeing. I highly recommend Dr. Nicholson.
Dr Joan Rodano — May 14, 2020
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Boston University
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • George Wash University School of Medicine
    1982
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • George Wash University School of Medicine
    1984
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • George Wash University School of Medicine
    1986
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Dr. Dorothy Nicholson, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Nicholson accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Nicholson's office to make an appointment.

Dr. Nicholson accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Nicholson accepts here.

Dr. Nicholson frequently sees patients for Joint Pain, Arthritis and Limb Pain.

Dr. Nicholson has a star rating of 3.9/5 and has been reviewed 15 times.

Dr. Nicholson is board certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Dr. Nicholson has been practicing as a Rheumatology Specialist for 43 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Inova Alexandria Hospital
  • Inova Fairfax Hospital
  • Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

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