Overview
Lauren Nicholls, MD, is a dually trained palliative care and family medicine physician. Board-certified in family medicine, Dr. Nicholls is focused on improving the quality of life for those she treats. She also specializes in providing compassionate care for adults with terminal illnesses, attending to their emotional and physical well-being and helping to manage their symptoms. Additionally, Dr. Nicholls offers guidance and support to her patients’ families.|She has a clinical interest in end of life care.|Dr. Nicholls earned her medical degree from the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. She completed her residency in family medicine at the University of Rochester, followed by a fellowship in hospice care and palliative medicine at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y.|Dr. Nicholls is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association, Pennsylvania Medical Society and Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Opioid Induced Constipation.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nicholls is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1800 Mulberry Street, Scranton, PA 18510
1800 Mulberry Street, Scranton, PA 18510
1800 Mulberry Street, Scranton, PA 18510
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center - Palliative Medicine Cancer Center
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Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center - Palliative Medicine Cancer Center
Joseph Kapcia, MD, is an internal medicine physician specializing in hospice and palliative care. He helps adults and their families with comprehensive symptom management and advance care planning. He has a special clinical interest in cancer-related pain and serious illness conversations.|“It remains an incredible honor to help patients live as well as possible and navigate through the complexity of serious illness,” he says.|Dr. Kapcia earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from Temple University in Philadelphia. After medical school, he completed a residency and fellowship at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.|Originally from Philadelphia, he moved to central Pennsylvania for his residency. “My wife and I fell in love with the area and decided to raise our family here,” Dr. Kapcia says. Dr. Kapcia is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Opioid Induced Constipation. Dr. Kapcia is currently accepting new patients.
Hosana Healthcare Solutions LLC
Jennifer Legar is a Palliative Medicine provider practicing medicine in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Legar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Protein Deficiency, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Chronic Pain.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls by calling their office at 570-703-4600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls a top-rated expert for Opioid Induced Constipation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls is classified as an Experienced expert for Opioid Induced Constipation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls specialize in?
While Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls is a Palliative Medicine, they have specific expertise in Opioid Induced Constipation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Palliative Medicine.
Does Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Opioid Induced Constipation. You can view a list of Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls accept my insurance?
Dr. Lauren E. Nicholls accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-703-4600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Nicholls isExperienced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.