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Dr. Matthew Phillip Nicholas
Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist
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Dr. Matthew Nicholas
Ophthalmology – Retina Specialist
West Hartford, CT
Areas of Expertise
Retinal Vein and Artery Occlusions
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Retinal Tears
About Me
Dr. Matthew Nicholas is a vitreoretinal physician focused on the medical management of retinal disease. He completed ophthalmology residency at the University of Rochester Flaum Eye Institute, followed by a medical retina fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute. Dr. Nicholas earned his MD and PhD through the Medical Scientist Training Program at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine after studying physics at Yale College.
In clinic, he treats macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, vascular occlusions, central serous chorioretinopathy, retinal tears, and uveitis, and also manages cataracts and glaucoma when they coexist with retinal disease. He emphasizes thorough exams, plain-language education, and treatment plans that balance effectiveness and convenience.
Training
- Medical RetinaCleveland Clinic Cole Eye InstituteFellowship
- OphthalmologyUniversity of Rochester Flaum Eye InstituteResidency
Medical Scientist Training Program (MD/PhD)Albert Einstein College of MedicineMedical School
BS, PhysicsYale CollegeUndergraduate
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In:CT, OH
- License Numbers:1.068238, 35.138743
