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Dr. James Nichol, MD

Dr. James Nichol, MD

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. James Nichol, MD is a family medicine physician in Auburn, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sutter Roseville Medical Center and UC Davis Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.1 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 2.1 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

3200 Bell Rd Auburn, CA 95603
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nichol specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Nichol's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nichol

2.1
11 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
27%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
73%
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Today, Dr. Nichol ordered bloodwork, sent in an order for a shingles vaccine, set an appointment for an aortic aneurysm screening (smoker). I waited only 1 week for this yearly checkup. In addition to being a good doctor he is also backed up by UC Davis medical which is very proactive in health matters. Oh, almost forgot, I received a pneumococcal vaccine while in the checkup room that I had requested just today.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 05, 2021
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Horrible Dr. I had a fainting event. He would not even do an EKG, barely interacted and tried cancel appointment after my arrival and scheduled appointment because his office did not send me the appropriate paperwork to fill out. Staff unfriendly and complaining to each other at front desk. I felt that he had better things to do then to address my concerns. Said I had low BP, but not concerned since "women tend to have Low BP" and shooed me off telling me to drink more water and sit down if I feel dizzy again.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 04, 2020
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Similar experience to the above....annual physical is essentially to ask a few general questions. Does no prostrate exam and I'm 70 old male. Also looking for another doc.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Nov 29, 2019
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On October 18th, my mom had an appointment with Dr. Nichol and he provided thorough and exceptional care. He carefully reviewed her history in great detail and asked a lot of questions to ensure he was getting the best information. His suggestions and next steps were clear. I highly recommend Dr. Nichol when you are searching for a doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 20, 2019
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Dr. Nichol didn’t seem very interested in my problems. I got the impression that he would rather send me off somewhere else rather than do his own inquiries into my health issues.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Auburn, CA – Oct 21, 2017
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I agree with the previous reviewer. I just had my annual physical and he barely touched me. He also didn't order any blood work. I will be requesting a new Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
4 others found this helpful
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Davis, CA – Jun 26, 2017
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Aloof, does not talk, asks few questions, avoids physical contact.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Penn Valley, CA – Dec 06, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Nichol, MD is a family medicine physician in Auburn, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sutter Roseville...read more
  • Family Medicine

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  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

The Regents of the Univ of CA Constituti3200 Bell Rd Auburn, CA 95603
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sutter Roseville Medical Center

    1 Medical Plaza Dr
    Roseville, CA 95661
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UC Davis Medical Center

    2315 Stockton Blvd
    Sacramento, CA 95817
    Recipient of 49
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital

    11815 Education St
    Auburn, CA 95602
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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