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Dr. Edward Nichols, MD

Dr. Edward Nichols, MD

Internal Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Edward Nichols, MD is an internist in Bakersfield, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bakersfield Heart Hospital and Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

6001 Truxtun Ave Ste 400D Bakersfield, CA 93309
Telehealth available
(661) 371-3285

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nichols specializes in the areas of Emergency Medicine & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nichols' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nichols

3.5

37 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
51%
51%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
30%
30%

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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Aug 17, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Richard H. – Oct 22, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Care is given with dignity to every patient, not only for the treatment of injury and sickness, but for the maintenance of health and prevention of illness as well.

  • Internal Medicine

  • Family Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Kern Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Valley Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Emergency Medicine®
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Emergency Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office6001 Truxtun Ave Ste 400D Bakersfield, CA 93309
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Office6001 Truxtun Ave Bldg D Bakersfield, CA 93309
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Centric Health4500 Morning Dr Ste 101 Bakersfield, CA 93306
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Practice

Unavail2901 Sillect Ave Ste 100 Bakersfield, CA 93308
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bakersfield Heart Hospital

    3001 Sillect Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93308
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

    420 34th St
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 6
    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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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