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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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    Average rating

    4.8
    4.8 out of 5 Stars
    86 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 20, 2026

      Dr. Lowell Nicholson was kind, professional, and treated me with care and respect!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 20, 2026

      Dr Nicholson was thorough, communicative and educational.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 13, 2026

      Dr Nicholson is terrific - professional thorough compassionate explains medical procedures, and issues where I could understand engaging. Can't say enough positive things about him. Also the nurse who I forgot it his name was terrific also

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 8, 2026

      DR. LOWELL NICHOLSON IS AWESOME

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 8, 2026

      Incredibly warm and considerate manner.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 2, 2026

      Thanks to Dr Nicholson fore his expertise!

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