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Dontese Nicholson

Anesthesiology, Interventional Pain Medicine (Board Certified), Pain Management
4.4 out of 5 ( 82 Ratings)
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  • Accepting New Patients
  • Primary Specialties: Anesthesiology, Interventional Pain Medicine (Board Certified), Pain Management
  • Additional Specialties: Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine (Board Certified), CRPSDegenerative Disc Disease (DDD)DiscographyEpidural Steroid InjectionFacet Joint InjectionsMedial Branch BlocksMILD ProcedureOsteoarthritisRadiofrequency Neurotomy, SI Joint Injection, Spinal Cord Stimulation, Spinal Stenosis
  • Gender: Male

About

About

As a pharmaceutical scientist he dedicated his efforts to developing breakthrough medications for a variety of medical conditions. As a physician he optimizes the use of medications and procedures for the best outcomes for his patients. His personal interests include music, art and travel.

Among his achievements, Dr. Nicholson is a member of the following professional organizations:

  • American Medical Association
  • American Society of Anesthesiologists
  • Maryland Society of Anesthesiologists
  • American Pain Society
  • American Society of Regional Anesthesia
  • American Academy of Pain Management

Dr. Nicholson joined National Spine & Pain Centers in 2012. He was born and raised in New York City. He is an interventional pain specialist expertly trained in many of the most advanced treatment options currently available.

Dr. Nicholson’s multidisciplinary approach to patient care has been shown to allow patients to decrease pain and regain function. He is known for his engaging and empathic patient care.

Affiliations

Bel Air,  White Marsh,  Germantown

Education & Experience

    • Stanford University Medical Center Fellowship
      United States, Stanford, CA 2012
    • New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Residency
      United States, New York, NY 2011
    • Lenox Hill Hospital Internship
      United States, New York, NY 2008
    • SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University - College of Medicine Medical School
      United States, Brooklyn, NY 2007
    • Syracuse University Undergraduate
      Syracuse, NY 1996

Awards

  • Diplomate, American Board of Anesthesiology
  • Member, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians

Reviews

  • 06/19/2025
    Rating: 5.00

    Because I was well taken care of and the treatment I received help a lot

  • 06/10/2025
    Rating: 5.00

    Friendly staff. Physician listened and discussed treatment options.

  • 06/09/2025
    Rating: 5.00

    I am a new patient at your facility in Whitemarsh, and I can't tell you how appreciated I felt and the kind words from all your staff Amy and Katie are great. Dr. Nicholson is great so is queen in recovery so far so good

  • 06/05/2025
    Rating: 5.00

    This office has efficient staff at the front desk , friendly on the phones making follow up appointments. The nurses at gentle with me as i am in a lot of pain and they show empathy. Dr. Nicholson is looking into solutions to help ease pain in many ways.