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Dr. Kathleen Nichols, MD

Dr. Kathleen Nichols, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Kathleen Nichols, MD is an internist in Avondale, AZ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF NURSING in 1998. She is affiliated with medical facilities Banner Estrella Medical Center and Phoenix Children's Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

13055 W McDowell Rd Ste E106 Avondale, AZ 85392
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nichols specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pediatrics. 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.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Nichols' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nichols

3.4
23 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
57%
57%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
35%
35%

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I have been going to Dr Nichols and Dr Gruenberg for years . There very patient and down to earth professional Doctors
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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Jason – Jun 13, 2024
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I have been going to Dr Nichols and Dr Gruenberg for over 20 years ! They are very patient and caring, my husband and a few handfuls of my friends have all started going to this office ! The hole staff is amazing !
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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Denna lee – Jun 13, 2024
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Long time doctor
Dr. Nichols has been my doctor for many years. She is always thorough and pragmatic.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2023
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I have had DR Nichols for several years I have kept her as a Doctor thinking being a female Doctor she would listen to my concerns, when addressing my health issues she only wants to focus on one thing when I explain about my pain level and where it( lower back) pain is affecting me she immediately wants to refer me to therapy, Doesn't write any scripts for pain only renewed baclofen b/c I told her I couldn't get in to the Core Institute for a month no refills on that med, She ordered no labs or further tests has my medical Hx explained pain I was feeling, months later my lab tests show kidney stones I will need further follow up tests from my Kidney Doctor to address! I'm elderly and have been suffering with extreme back pain for months which has gotten so bad I can't walk w/o a cane or walker It is with this type of attitude that I am changing my primary Doctor hope to find one that listens to you and shows concern about your pain!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Goodyear, AZ native – Feb 11, 2022
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My wife had a brain hemorrhage Dec. 30, 2020. After reaching out to Dr. Nichols' (her primary care physician) office and through the portal half a dozen times, I have yet to receive a call or contact. I guess I cannot rate her as there has been no interest from her or her office to return calls or provide care. I wish they would just say, Sorry...we're busy. The contact process for her office is designed for the office benefit, not the patient. Please feel free to comment, but not during lunch I am unavailable and you are not allowed to leave a message.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
4 others found this helpful
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Abandoned – Jan 25, 2021
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Excellent!
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
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Mary Johnson – Oct 23, 2020
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Thank goodness for a doctor like this! She knows everything and doesn't even want to hear about your medical history. As she says, "We're talking about the here and now." No need to confuse her with important information about existing medical conditions.
What went well
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2018
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Dr. Nichols has been my PCP for almost four years. She is the best and most caring doctor I have ever had. I wanted to see a female doctor that was in my same age range as I believed she would be able to help me navigate through numerous health issues. Dr. Nichols has not let me down. She spends whatever time she needs to with me and never makes me feel rushed. She is direct and thorough. I would recommend Dr. Nichols with no hesitation - she is awesome!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Tasha Lockhart in Goodyear, AZ – Jan 27, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kathleen Nichols, MD is an internist in Avondale, AZ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF NURSING in 1998. She is affiliated with medical facilities Banner Estrella Medical...read more
  • Internal Medicine

  • Pediatrics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Providence Hospital / School Of Nursing

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

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Locations

Practice

Office13055 W McDowell Rd Ste E106 Avondale, AZ 85392
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Banner Estrella Medical Center

    9201 W Thomas Rd
    Phoenix, AZ 85037
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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™ (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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Phoenix Children's Hospital

    1919 E Thomas Rd
    Phoenix, AZ 85016
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