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Lowell Thorndike Nicholson, MD

He | Him | HisDermatology
Dermatology Mission Bay
415-353-7800
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Lowell Thorndike Nicholson, MD

He | Him | HisDermatology
Dermatology Mission Bay
415-353-7800

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About me

Dr. Lowell Thorndike Nicholson is a dermatologist with expertise in caring for patients with medically complex skin diseases, including those who are hospitalized. He sees patients with all types of skin, hair and nail conditions, but has special interests in severe dermatologic drug reactions, rashes caused by systemic diseases, and autoimmune and autoinflammatory skin disorders.

Nicholson earned his medical degree at Duke University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF and a residency in dermatology at the University of Utah. He completed a fellowship in complex medical dermatology at UCSF.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Residency

  • Dermatology, University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics
  • Internal Medicine, University of CA at San Francisco School of Med

Internship

  • Internal Medicine, University of CA at San Francisco School of Med

Degree

  • MD, Duke University School of Medicine

My expertise

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    Reviews

    Average rating

    4.8
    4.8 out of 5 Stars
    82 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 23, 2025

      The Dr explained how the procedure would go and the timeline of healing and follow up. He explained how long it would take, and even let me watch the procedure

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 9, 2025

      Same as above - Thoroughly explained things, professional, courteous

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 20, 2025

      Dr. Lowell Nicholson is a wonderful and great doctor.....i have been very pleased with him.

    • 4.9 out of 5 Stars
      November 8, 2025

      Dr Nicholson has looked over my concerns and labs before the visit. He reviewed my labs and was prepared for the next steps ahead.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 2, 2025

      I felt very comfortable, safe, cared for with the care provider.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 14, 2025

      I felt very well cared for.

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