
Overview
Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson is an oculoplastic surgeon who specializes in reconstructive surgery of the eyelid, eye socket and tear drainage system. Her expertise also includes cosmetic surgery of the eyelids and face, as well as nonsurgical facial rejuvenation. She is passionate about listening carefully to patients, addressing their specific concerns and providing personalized treatment plans. In research, Hodgson is interested in health disparities related to orbital disease, ophthalmologic medical education, and artificial intelligence. She has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in prominent journals, including the New England Journal of Medicine, JAMA Ophthalmology, Orbit, and Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. A frequent lecturer on oculoplastic surgery, she is active in medical education and has received awards for her teaching. Hodgson earned her medical degree and completed a residency in ophthalmology at the University of California, San Diego. She completed a fellowship in oculofacial plastic surgery at Johns Hopkins University. She also has a master of advanced studies degree in clinical research from UC San Diego. When she's not caring for patients, Hodgson enjoys swimming, hiking, art, and spending time with her family.
Dr. Hodgson is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Chalazion, Ptosis, Thyroid Eye Disease, and Orbital Cellulitis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 27 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
490 Illinois St., San Francisco, CA 94158
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson by calling their office at 415-353-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson a top-rated expert for Chalazion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson is classified as an Advanced expert for Chalazion, 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. Nickisa M. Hodgson specialize in?
While Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Chalazion, Ptosis, and Thyroid Eye Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson has published 27 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chalazion. You can view a list of Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nickisa M. Hodgson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- ChalazionDr. Hodgson isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Hodgson isAdvanced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- Orbital CellulitisDr. Hodgson isAdvanced. Learn about Orbital Cellulitis.
- PtosisDr. Hodgson isAdvanced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Thyroid Eye DiseaseDr. Hodgson isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Eye Disease.
- Experienced
- Bell's PalsyDr. Hodgson isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Hodgson isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- BlepharitisDr. Hodgson isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Blocked Tear DuctDr. Hodgson isExperienced. Learn about Blocked Tear Duct.
- Brown SyndromeDr. Hodgson isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.
- ChemosisDr. Hodgson isExperienced. Learn about Chemosis.


