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Dontese Nicholson, MD

Anesthesiology, Interventional Pain Medicine (Board Certified), Pain Management
4.5 out of 5 ( 74 Ratings)
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  • Accepting New Patients
  • Primary Specialties: Anesthesiology, Interventional Pain Medicine (Board Certified), Pain Management
  • Additional Specialties: Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine (Board Certified), CRPSDegenerative Disc Disease (DDD)DiscographyEpidural Steroid InjectionFacet Joint InjectionsMedial Branch BlocksMILD ProcedureOsteoarthritisRadiofrequency Neurotomy, SI Joint Injection, Spinal Cord Stimulation, Spinal Stenosis
  • Gender: Male

About

About

As a pharmaceutical scientist he dedicated his efforts to developing breakthrough medications for a variety of medical conditions. As a physician he optimizes the use of medications and procedures for the best outcomes for his patients. His personal interests include music, art and travel.

Among his achievements, Dr. Nicholson is a member of the following professional organizations:

  • American Medical Association
  • American Society of Anesthesiologists
  • Maryland Society of Anesthesiologists
  • American Pain Society
  • American Society of Regional Anesthesia
  • American Academy of Pain Management

Dr. Nicholson joined National Spine & Pain Centers in 2012. He was born and raised in New York City. He is an interventional pain specialist expertly trained in many of the most advanced treatment options currently available.

Dr. Nicholson’s multidisciplinary approach to patient care has been shown to allow patients to decrease pain and regain function. He is known for his engaging and empathic patient care.

Affiliations

Bel Air,  White Marsh,  Germantown

Education & Experience

    • Stanford University Medical Center Fellowship
      United States, Stanford, CA 2012
    • New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Residency
      United States, New York, NY 2011
    • Lenox Hill Hospital Internship
      United States, New York, NY 2008
    • SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University - College of Medicine Medical School
      United States, Brooklyn, NY 2007
    • Syracuse University Undergraduate
      Syracuse, NY 1996

Awards

  • Diplomate, American Board of Anesthesiology
  • Member, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians

Reviews

  • 03/25/2026
    Rating: 5.00

    Everyone is very friendly and helpful, and Dr. Nicholson is very caring and always makes sure you are comfortable and wellness overall.

  • 03/16/2026
    Rating: 3.80

    I received good care.

  • 03/15/2026
    Rating: 5.00

    No waiting. Dr Nicholson takes his time and I feel he wants the best for me. I trust his judgment.

  • 03/10/2026
    Rating: 5.00

    My last back procedure was handled very well from check in to being discharged. Dr. Nicholson was fantastic as was the entire team. I’ve always had this kind of experience and the results have kept me being able to walk relatively pain free.