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Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD

Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD

Rheumatology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD is a rheumatologist in Reading, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nicholas Jr has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Temple University in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Reading Hospital and Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

2760 Century Blvd Reading, PA 19610
(610) 375-4251

Dr. Nicholas Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nicholas Jr specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nicholas Jr' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nicholas Jr

4.3

16 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
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1 Star
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Jan 02, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lori J Gilmore – Dec 07, 2021
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tim McDonald – Apr 23, 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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Teddie Kazmierczak in Bernville, PA – Jul 13, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Susan C in Pottsville, PA – Sep 24, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Philip M in Pottsville, PA – Sep 13, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Kimberly Hartman in Birdsboro – Feb 24, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD is a rheumatologist in Reading, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nicholas Jr has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Temple University in 1977. He is affiliated...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Temple University

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Nicholas Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Century Physicians of Reading LLC2760 Century Blvd Reading, PA 19610
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital

      100 Paramount Blvd
      Orwigsburg, PA 17961
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      87%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      9% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center

      2500 Bernville Rd
      Reading, PA 19605
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (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

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Geisinger Medical Center

      100 N Academy Ave
      Danville, PA 17822
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      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
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality