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Dr. Thomas Nicholson, MD

Dr. Thomas Nicholson, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Nicholson, MD is a general surgeon in York, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Hanover and UPMC Harrisburg. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1703 Innovation Dr Ste 3136 York, PA 17408

Make an Appointment

(717) 741-3449

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nicholson is affiliated with UPMC Harrisburg Harrisburg, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nicholson specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nicholson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nicholson

4.5

17 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
88%
88%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
12%
12%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Concerned Citizen – Oct 22, 2024
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Rectal Cancer - Exceptional surgery and care – Jan 20, 2023
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sabrina Claudio – Feb 08, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joe in York, PA – Jul 04, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Henry D in Kentucky – Jan 11, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Nicholson, MD is a general surgeon in York, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Hanover and UPMC Harrisburg. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC Harrisburg

    111 S Front St
    Harrisburg, PA 17101
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 100 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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UPMC Memorial

    1701 Innovation Dr
    York, PA 17408

    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

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • WellSpan York Hospital

    1001 S George St
    York, PA 17403
    Recipient of 16
    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

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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