Jennifer L. Nichols, MD

Dr. Jennifer Nichols is a neurologist who specializes in treating complex movement disorders and neurological conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed her residency at UPMC Medical Education in Pittsburgh in 2017. Dr. Nichols further advanced her expertise through a fellowship at Oregon Health and Science University, finishing in 2019. With 13 years of experience in neurology, she brings extensive knowledge to her practice.

Dr. Nichols practices with Northwestern Medical Group in Winfield, Illinois, and maintains an affiliation with Portland VA Medical Center. She focuses on treating patients with ataxia, atypical Parkinsonian syndromes, and blepharospasm. Her approach to care includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs for patients who need movement rehabilitation. She also performs bedside swallow examinations to assess patients who may have difficulty with eating or drinking …safely.