Dr. Lauren Nicholas, OD, Homestead, FL

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.65

Average wait time

3.81

Bedside manner

4.56

“Very friendly staff, there was a bit of a wait, but I could tell everyone was being helped in a timely manner. The doctors and techs I interacted with were all excellent as well. Busy office, but they seem to have a good system in place.”

Raul D.February 6, 2025

About Dr. Lauren Nicholas

Dr. Lauren Nicholas only sees patients aged 4 and up. Dr. Lauren Nicholas is a residency-trained optometrist with a proficiency in low vision and the fitting of scleral, rigid gas permeable, hybrid, and soft contact lenses. She has received numerous awards and released academic publications on the cornea and contact lenses. She also has taught lectures at Nova Southeastern University related to her work with low vision and lens services. Dr. Nicholas received her bachelor’s degree at the University of Connecticut before completing her Doctorate of Optometry at the New England College of Optometry in Boston, Massachusetts. She then relocated to Florida to complete her residency in primary care with an emphasis in geriatrics, low vision, and contact lenses at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Today, she skillfully provides scleral contact lens fittings and other optometric services at South Florida Eyecare Centers.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Optometric Evaluation for Concussions

Pachymetry

Retina Consultation

Routine Eye Exam

Contact Lenses

Eyeglasses

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Office location

South Florida Eye Center

948 N Krome Ave, Homestead, FL 33030

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Education and background

Practice names

South Florida Eye Center

Education and training

New England College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry
Nova Southeastern University, Residency in Primary Care With an Emphasis in Geriatrics, Low Vision, and Contact Lenses
University of Connecticut (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

American Academy of Optometry
American Optometric Association
Florida Optometric Association

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1790341543

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.65

Wait time

3.81

Bedside manner

4.56

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I will definitely visit again. An overall great appointment.

December 8, 2025Nivia F.Verified patient

Everything good but very expensive, was the only time I have to paid a lot for my glasses

July 15, 2024Alexander F.Verified patient

The experience was positive...

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Service was terrible. The waiting room was chaos.. what funny it is my first time coming to this place. however, there was one of Customer Service. She has Kelly hair She was very friendly and she scheduled my appointment for 205. O’clock. imagine what now it’s 4 o’clock I’m still here.

March 18, 2025Meguine D.Verified patient

Very friendly staff, there was a bit of a wait, but I could tell everyone was being helped in a timely manner. The doctors and techs I interacted with were all excellent as well. Busy office, but they seem to have a good system in place.

February 6, 2025Raul D.Verified patient

They were awesome!

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What practice does Dr. Lauren Nicholas work with?

Dr. Lauren Nicholas works with South Florida Eye Center.

Where is Dr. Lauren Nicholas's office located?

Dr. Lauren Nicholas's office is located at 948 N Krome Ave, Homestead, FL 33030.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lauren Nicholas?

Dr. Lauren Nicholas frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lauren Nicholas on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Lauren Nicholas speak?

Dr. Lauren Nicholas speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Lauren Nicholas in reviews?

20 patients have reviewed Dr. Lauren Nicholas. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.65/5. They have a 4.56/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.81/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.