Dr. Lawrence M. Nichols, MD | La Palma, CA | Dermatology

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Dr. Lawrence Nichols specializes in dermatology and has dedicated 58 years to caring for patients with skin conditions. They earned their medical degree from University of California Irvine School of Medicine and completed their residency training through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Throughout their extensive career, Dr. Nichols has developed deep expertise in diagnosing and treating various skin disorders. They are fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing them to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Nichols practices at locations in La Palma and San Clemente, California, and maintains an affiliation with La Palma Intercommunity Hospital. Their decades of experience have established them as a trusted dermatologist in the community. Patients have given Dr. Nichols an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, reflecting their commitment to quality care and patient satisfaction.

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accepting new patients
4.1

14 Ratings
58 years of experience
speaks Spanish, English
U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
5 written reviews
1 specialty
12 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations

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I was referred by my insurance company, whom the Dr. is contracted with. The front office staff wanted an authorization form. With another call to my insurance co., they said the form wasn't needed. I sat in the office for 45 min. and was refused service. My insurance Co. is looking into the matter and is sending me somewhere else. A day wasted. And in the meantime, my condition is getting worse!

June 5th, 2014

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We found Dr. Nichols thru our insurance company and went for our daughter's acne issues. I was greeted kindly by the front desk ladies, was told everything upfront as far as cost and felt comfortable. We were taken to a room within 5 minutes and were seen by the Dr within another 5 minutes...all before our actual appt time. The dr was friendly, funny and easy to talk to. He was quick with a treatment plan and careful to listen to my daughter's thoughts and fears.Based on that visit, I signed up for follow up appts and made an appt for another of our children. Highly, highly recommend Dr Nichols's office.

July 11th, 2012

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This physician is the best at giving the right medication to rid shingles - right away!

January 31st, 2012

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NEVER GO HERE! DO NOT EVEN ATTEMPT TO CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT! 0 star! Their staffs are very mean! And I'm talking about giving you an attitude.. Oh, if you think the wife would be of help, forget about it. She'll go with whatever her staffs would say. They are not professional. I believe customer service doesnt exist in this place so you won't get any. I haven't even seen the doctor himself, I was just setting up an appointment and they stressed me out already ( mind u with my skin problems and all..) don't go here.

March 3rd, 2011

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Worst Staff Ever!!! Never met a more rude front staff in my life. Doc is old school, not empathetic and will overcharge for routine visits, especially if you pay cash or have a high deductible.

March 4th, 2009

Lawrence M Nichols MD Inc

5471 La Palma Ave Ste 202La Palma, CA 90623

Tel: (714) 522-2041

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Lawrence Martin Nichols Md

2911 Calle GuadalajaraSan Clemente, CA 92673


Dr. Lawrence Martin Nichols, MD	Virginia Jones	Dr. Julia Kwan, MD	Dr. Anne E Allen, MD
Dermatology	Dermatology	Dermatology	Dermatology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (14 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.3 (7 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
58 Years of Experience		14 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
La Palma , CA	Glendora , CA	Rancho Palos Verdes , CA	Knoxville , TN
Med School: University Of California Irvine School Of Medicine		Med School: New York University	Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Dermatology

Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
Acne Rosacea
Actinic Keratosis
Basal Cell
Excision
Melanoma
Mole
Psoriasis
Rash
Rosacea
Skin Biopsy
Skin Cancer

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

U S Department Of Veterans Affairs

Medical School

University Of California Irvine School Of MedicineGraduated in 1968

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