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Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD

Rheumatology* Age 73
Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD
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Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD is a Rheumatologist in Reading, PA.
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Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD

Rheumatology* Age 73
Reading, PA
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience
Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD is a Rheumatologist in Reading, PA.

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Dr. Nicholas Jr graduated from Temple University. Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD is a Rheumatologist in Reading, PA and has 47 years experience. Dr. Nicholas Jr currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Reading Hospital, Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, St. Luke's Hospital-Miners Campus and Washington Hospital. Dr. Nicholas Jr has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Low Back Pain and Osteoporosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Nicholas Jr received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 16 times. Dr. Nicholas Jr' office accepts new patients. Dr. Nicholas Jr is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Osteoporosis
Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Osteoporosis
Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Osteoporosis
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Steroid Injection
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Gout
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Limb Pain
Lupus
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Lyme Disease
Malaise and Fatigue
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Psoriatic Arthritis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Trigger Finger
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Bursitis
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Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Felty's Syndrome
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Fibromyalgia
Granulomatosis
Hammer Toe
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
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Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyositis
Raynaud's Disease
Sarcoidosis
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylitis
Still's Disease
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Vasculitis
Temporal Arteritis
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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  • Geisinger Choice with no Referral PPO
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    Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
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  • MVP Health Plan EPO

Locations

  1. 1 Century Physicians of Reading LLC
    2760 Century Blvd, Reading, PA 19610
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (610) 375-4251

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nicholas Jr
4.2
Based on 16 Reviews
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Jan 02, 2022
Dr.Nicholas has been my doctor for the past 12 years. He is kind, patient, extremely knowledgeable, caring, and accommodating . He answers all of my questions thoroughly and gives me hope and plenty of encouragement! Dr. Nicholas gives you as much time as you need for the appointment. I truly wish more doctors possessed the ways of Dr. Nicholas!! Catherine K. Pine Grove, PA
— Jan 02, 2022
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Temple University
    1977
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nicholas Jr' profile.

Dr. Nicholas Jr frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Low Back Pain and Osteoporosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD is affiliated with Reading Hospital, Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, St. Luke's Hospital-Miners Campus and Washington Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Peter Nicholas Jr, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Reading Hospital

    420 S 5th Ave, Reading, PA

  • Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital

    100 Paramount Blvd, Orwigsburg, PA

  • Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill S. Jackson Street

    420 S Jackson St, Pottsville, PA

  • Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center

    2500 Bernville Rd, Reading, PA

  • St. Luke's Hospital-Miners Campus

    360 W Ruddle St, Coaldale, PA

  • Washington Hospital

    2000 Mowry Ave, Fremont, CA