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Dr. Amy Nicholas, MD

Dr. Amy Nicholas, MD

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Amy Nicholas, MD is an ophthalmologist in Frederick, MD and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2009. She is affiliated with medical facilities Frederick Health Hospital and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (55 reviews)

Practice

5283 Corporate Dr Ste 201 Frederick, MD 21703
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nicholas specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Nicholas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nicholas

4.9
55 ratings, 51 with a written review
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Very Thorough, Great Explainer!
I was able to get in for a checkup the day after my retina ophthalmologist referred me to the practice. Dr. Nicholas carefully examined my eyes and gave a thorough explanation of what she found and recommended going forward. I felt completely comfortable with her professionalism and competence.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 20, 2025
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Takes the Fear Out Of Extensive Eye Care
Dr. Nicolas is very thorough, kind and understanding. She removed cataracts from both of my eyes and she and Dr. Chen have provided follow up visits to ensure me that my eyes are doing well.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 14, 2025
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Dr Nicholas is the reason
When I moved back to Maryland, my eye care came from a well-known and well-respected provider. In less than 3 years of bi-annual vists I saw 5 of their doctors. Then I found Dr. Nicholas. She is very interested not only in my condition but also being my doctor by asking probing questions. Her treatments are informed and based on the understanding she and arrive at. I feel confident because Dr Amy Nicholas is my doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 05, 2025
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Highy recommended
Dr. Nichols is great. I had flashes and floaters in my eyes and called her office. They got me in the very next morning and Dr Nichols and staff spent about two hours with me. She diagnosed me and referred me to get laser retinopexy asap. Her office found a nearby provider, scheduled the appointment for that very day right after lunch. All in on e day I was diagnosed and treated which could have helped prevent retinal detachment. I highly recommend Dr. Nichols. I do not where else I would have gotten such good treatment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ed in Maryland – Mar 28, 2025
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Great Doctor
Dr Nicholas is great. She is friendly & explains everything & made me feel comfortable. Staff is great too.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cynthia C. – Mar 27, 2025
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Wonderful doctor
Dr Nicholas is a very personable and caring doctor. She does a thorough exam, clearly explains what's going on with my eyes, listens to my questions and answers them all completely. The best ophthalmologist I've ever had.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Roger E. – Jan 31, 2025
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Thorough and knowledgeable
Dr. Nicholas is thorough and clearly explained my situation and offered options for the future. I highly recommend her.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Jan 18, 2025
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explain everything wanted to know
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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DONALD RUSSELL – Jan 04, 2025
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She is highly knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, and patient centered. She communicates clearly and educates you on your condition in easy to understand terms. Highly recommend!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 03, 2024
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Best Ophthalmology Experience
Best experience I have ever had in the office of an ophthalmologist (That I can remember at least.) Recent experiences elsewhere have not been that great. The office staff here were great too.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 05, 2024
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Great Experience
Knowledgeable, thorough, easy to understand and she cares about her patients. She's the best.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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MB – Mar 23, 2024
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Dr. Nicholas is the real deal
Dr. Nicolas recently performed cataract surgery on my left eye, and I am extremely pleased with my experience with her. She is professional, friendly, knowledgeable and direct. My surgery went perfectly, without incident. I could not have asked for a better experience or doctor. Dr. Nicholas answered all of my questions and gave me great confidence going into the procedure. I also really appreciated her checking in on me the same day after surgery. That is the true sign of a doctor that cares. Dr. Nicholas performed my sister's cataract surgery. My sister had nothing but high praise for Dr. Nicholas, and I feel exactly the same. When it comes time to have my other eye done, I will absolutely have Dr. Nicholas do it. I highly recommend her.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Donna Joe – Jan 26, 2024
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Highly recommend
As always, excellent, though and she explains everything and makes sure to address and questions and concerns that I might have. Just a wonderful physician!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 21, 2023
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Dr. Nicholas is phenomenal!
What a good doctor!!! Dr. Nicholas is detailed oriented, a good listener and very professional. My kind of doctor. She's absolutely wonderful. Keep up the good work, Dr. Nicholas.Sharon H-B
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sharon H-B – Dec 10, 2023
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Awesome!
I am really, really impressed! Knowledge, competence, demeanor… everything!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 22, 2023
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Excellent doctor
Very efficient and willing to answer questions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 28, 2023
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Office Visit
Professional, Compassionate and very knowledgeable of my medical history. Wonderful that a doctor can have all of the above and still be friendly and put my mind at ease.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joanne – Jul 19, 2023
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Dr. Nicholas greeted me on time and with a friendly "Hello." She was thorough in her examination of my eyes, explained her findings and recommendations, and answered each of my questions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 21, 2023
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A good doctor
This is my second time to see Dr. Nicholas. She is always warm, thorough and listens attentively. I am very happy that we have a good doctor serving our community.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 26, 2023
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I would highly recommend the practice the staff is very friendly. Doctor Nicholas is very thorough and explains things very well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 17, 2023
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About Me

biography

Amy Lynn Nicholas M.D. grew up in Manchester, NH. She move to Washington, DC in 2001 and graduated summa cum laude from both Georgetown University and Georgetown University School of Medicine. She completed her ophthalmology residency at the Medstar...read more
  • Ophthalmology

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  • Washington Hospital Center Program

    Residency Hospital
  • Georgetown University Hospital/washington Hospital Center Ophthalmology Residency Program

    Residency Hospital, 2013
  • Inova Fairfax Hospital Transitional Year

    Internship Hospital, 2010
  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2009
  • Georgetown University

    Undergraduate School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Central Maryland Eye Associates PC5283 Corporate Dr Ste 201 Frederick, MD 21703
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Practice

The Retina Group of Washington PLLC9601 Blackwell Rd Ste 340 Rockville, MD 20850
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Frederick Health Hospital

    400 W 7th St
    Frederick, MD 21701
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Holy Cross Germantown Hospital

    19801 Observation Dr
    Germantown, MD 20876

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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