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Dr. Christopher Nichols, MD

Dr. Christopher Nichols, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Nichols, MD is a plastic surgeon in Tacoma, WA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Florida in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities Providence Centralia Hospital and Providence St. Peter Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

6002 Westgate Blvd Ste 160 Tacoma, WA 98406

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Dr. Nichols' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nichols

4.4
21 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Four weeks wasted.
Researched Dr. Nichols and selected him based on reviews and location. During 30-minute phone consult with staff, discussed repeatedly and specifically Dr. Nichols and my health insurance (he is in network) for a breast reduction. Instructed to have a referral sent over from my doctor for insurance to cover in-office consultation with Dr Nichols. Referral sent for Dr. Nichols. Call from office to schedule appointment with Dr. Nichols. Five days before appointment, receive a text message for my appt. with Dr. Gray. WHO? Called office and was told that insurance patients have to see Dr. Gray. WHO? Total attitude from receptionist, saying, 'Of course, I was told that I would be seeing Dr. Gray...not Dr. Nichols.' Cancelled appt.Note to Dr. Nichols: Your office staff can make or break your reputation. Your staff was deceptive and condescending. Trust is necessary for a successful doctor-patient relationship.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Mar 31, 2024
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Dr. Nichols removed my implants in 2017 due to them leaking into my lymph nodes. A slight scar was left under each breast but minimal and was expected. I was 100 Percent happy with the results. My dermatologist said he did an excellent job. The staff was really nice.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Sandi – May 13, 2021
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Dr. Nichols took care of me following my mastectomy due to cancer. . He gave me back my self condfidence. My outcome was even better than before I had surgery. He and his staff are compassionate and so professional. I have been his patient for almost 10 years now. He’s the best in his field. I’m so thankful to Dr. Nichols and his staff.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Nov 11, 2019
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Had a breast lift and reduction in August 2018. Entire experience excellent. Dr Nichols explained the procedures thoroughly, including drawing pictures of possible incisions, in easily understandable language. Patiently answered all my questions. Inspired confidence. After surgery experience also great. Minimal pain; healing nicely. Couldn’t recommend him more highly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Tacoma , WA – Sep 28, 2018
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Poor quality of care, lacks compassion and empathy. Left me with horrible scaring, adhesions and deformities. Will never recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Disappointed in Tacoma, WA – May 15, 2018
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2 weeks ago I had a breast reduction / cosmetic reconstruction. Dr. Nichols did an amazing job. I am so in love with my smaller breast! Highly recommend Dr. Nichols and his entire staff, they are true professionals. Great experience.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Kelly in Tacoma, WA – Aug 17, 2017
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I am a 57 year old woman diagnosed with breast cancer I opted to have a double mastectomy was referred to doctor Nichols by my insurance carrier and I'm so glad I was. He's so very kind and attentive. He never left the room without answering any or all of my questions. His staff just rocks they are wonderful shout out to Emma. I've had my mastectomy and then reconstruction by Dr. Nichols I'm so pleased. He is really genuinely a nice person and very empathetic, he is an artist!
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
14 others found this helpful
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Melody in Tacoma, WA – Dec 29, 2016
Thank you! I have moved my practice to Olympia WA... Read More
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Chris Nichols completed his plastic and reconstructive surgery training at Washington University in St. Louis. He trained in general surgery at Columbia's Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown, NY. Dr. Nichols graduated from The University...read more

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Barnes-jewish Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007

  • Washington University

    2004

  • Washington University In St. Louis

    2004

  • Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • University Of Florida

    Medical School, 2001

  • University Of Florida College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001

  • Florida State University

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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  • Use of cold-preserved allografts seeded with autologous Schwann cells in the treatment of a long-gap peripheral nerve injury., 2007

  • Motor nerve architecture and peripheral nerve regeneration., 2007

  • Urethral Reconstructive Surgery, Chapter 3., 2008

  • One Hundred Years of Progress in the Treatment of Apert Syndrome., May 2009

  • Effect of Sciatic Nerve Injury on Gene Expression in Ventral Horn, Dorsal Root Ganglia and Sciatic Nerve. Muscle and Nerve.

  • Effect of motor versus sensory nerve grafts on peripheral nerve regeneration., 2004

  • The neuroregenerative effects of pre-injury FK-506 administration., 2006

  • Choosing the correct functional assay: A comprehensive assessment of functional tests in the rat., 2005

  • Co-Investigator Award, First Prize. A paradigm Shift From Sensory to Motor Nerve Grafting to Improve Nerve Regeneration. Pla, 2007

  • Plastic Surgery Education Foundation and Academy of Otolaryngology Poster. Motor Nerve Architecture and Peripheral Nerve Reg, 2007

  • American Society for Surgery of the Hand Research Grant ($9930) Determinants of Motor Neuron Pathway Specificity,., 2003-2005

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Locations

Practice

Chris Nichols MD PS6002 Westgate Blvd Ste 160 Tacoma, WA 98406
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