Board-Certified Ophthalmologist

Expert Eye Carein Chattanooga.

Dr. Paula Nicola, MD offers comprehensive ophthalmology services — from routine exams to complex eye disease management — with the personal attention your vision deserves.

Accepting New Patients
Medicare & TennCare
Se Habla Español
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Dr. Paula Nicola, MD
Our Practice

Dr. Paula Nicola, MD

Dr. Nicola is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Director of Ophthalmology Services at Erlanger Health System. She completed her medical degree at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and her ophthalmology residency at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine at Chattanooga.

She chose to train and open her practice in Chattanooga because she is proud to serve this community. Her approach combines state-of-the-art techniques with genuine, personal attention for every patient.

Why EyeCare Chattanooga

Vision Care You Can Trust

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist

Dr. Nicola is a medical doctor, board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, and Director of Ophthalmology Services at Erlanger Health System.

Se Habla Español

Dr. Nicola is fluent in Spanish and can conduct your entire visit in Spanish — no interpreter needed.

Medicare & TennCare Accepted

We accept Medicare, Medicaid / TennCare, and most major insurance plans, and offer affordable self-pay rates.

Rooted in Chattanooga

Dr. Nicola trained at UT College of Medicine Chattanooga and chose to stay. Our office is in the Erlanger Medical Mall on the Erlanger main campus.

Now Accepting New Patients

Call our office to get started with Dr. Nicola.