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.

Comprehensive Ophthalmology Services
From your annual exam to the management of complex eye disease, EyeCare Chattanooga is your trusted partner in lifelong vision health.

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.
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.