Summary

Dr. Richard Nickowitz is a gastroenterologist who earned their medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College. With 39 years of clinical experience, they have developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating digestive system disorders. Dr. Nickowitz is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing them to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Nickowitz practices at Unio Specialty Care - Gastroenterology in Pasadena, California, and maintains an affiliation with Huntington Memorial Hospital. They specialize in treating conditions such as colon polyps, high cholesterol in children and teens, and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Their procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower GI endoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy to help diagnose and monitor digestive health issues. Patients have given Dr. Nickowitz an average rating of 4.3 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 39 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
  • 20 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Unio Specialty Care - Gastroenterology

50 Alessandro Pl Ste 410Pasadena, CA 91105

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4.3 
39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Pasadena , CASacramento , CALittle Rock , ARSacramento , CA
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: University of South Alabama
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard E. Nickowitz

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard E. Nickowitz has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard E. Nickowitz has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Pancreatic Diseases
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Richard E. Nickowitz holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Nickowitz's NPI number is 1083686893.

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Where is Dr. Richard Nickowitz's office located?
Dr. Richard Nickowitz's office is located at 50 Alessandro Pl Ste 410, Pasadena, CA, 91105.
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