Nicholas J. Volpe, MD
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Practice Focus Areas
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine - 1987
- Internship:
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Beth Israel) - 1988
- Residency:
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Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School - 1991
- Fellowships:
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Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School - 1992
Board Certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
July 31, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Volpe has all the characteristics you would want your surgeon to have. He was thorough in his assessment and clearly communicated the steps needed for a positive outcome. Dr. Volpe has a professional and confidence building demeanor. I never felt rushed, all my questions and concerns were addressed.
June 26, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr Volpe is clearly a fantastic problem solver. He double checks everything and he has a resident and / or fellow with him and he is always asking them great questions to insure they have all agreed on the correct diagnosis. He is always thinking and observing and trying to find out the best course of action. He answered all of my questions (a lot of doctors don't like being asked so many questions. On the day of surgery I questioned what he had put in his notes and while checking in I raised the question, and the nurse paged Dr Volpe who made sure to stop in and clarify. He was very calm about it and he just never treated me like an annoyance.
May 08, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Volpe is excellent and his team is very knowledgeable and attentive. Having suffered with my condition for quite a while, it was good to have a plan of treatment. The surgery was successful and I am very happy to have regained my vision back without the balance issues and the double vision any longer
April 18, 2023
5.0 star star star star starBecause he does excellent care. He really cares about his patients. Also staff was welcoming. He gives a thorough report to the patients about their vision and makes the patients feel relaxed and welcome.
April 10, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Volpe is a rare find, a surgeon with an excellent bedside manner and outstanding care. His staff are professional and always prompt in responding. I would highly recommend him to anyone with ophthalmologic issues.
April 06, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Volpe worked very hard over the past 8 months to determine the issue at hand and to try to ascertain what the best course of action would be to correct my vision. I appreciated how patient and thorough he and his team were as well as how they took my concerns seriously and approached the problem as a unique situation that it was for me. I never felt like my concerns or symptoms were not heard and I felt like Dr. Volpe appreciated the problem and using all methodologies to determine the correct course of action before moving on to the action itself. This was much appreciated.
February 16, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr Volpe is knowledgeable and explains himself in a way you can understand and feel good about your care. He doesn’t rush your appointment. I love his calm demeanor. Very down to earth, makes me feel at ease.
January 04, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Volpe is one of a kind. He is so knowledgeable, very kind and really cares about his patients. He also has a great bedside manner but most importantly you can talk to him and ask questions and he is very thorough and explains everything. He is excellent and I would not go to anybody else but him!!
Disclosures
Industry Relationships
Ownership or Investment Interests
Faculty member had an ownership or investment interest in the following companies
- Opticent, Inc.
Consulting / Related Activities
Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities
- Yale University
Service on Board of Directors
Faculty member served in a fiduciary capacity, such as a board member/director, officer, or trustee, for the following companies or other entities
- Association of University Professors in Ophthalmology
- Heed Ophthalmic Foundation
External Professional Relationships
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