Dr. Nicole Siegel

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Nicole Siegel, MD, serves as Clinical Associate Professor in the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine at Boston University, specializing in Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences. She is an accomplished vitreoretinal surgeon active in academic practice with Boston University Eye Associates and sees patients at Boston Medical Center. Nicole has a strong background in teaching and has held pivotal roles such as Vice Chair of Education and Program Director of the Ophthalmology Residency. Her medical training includes a residency at Boston Medical Center where she was chief resident, followed by a two-year fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery. Nicole’s clinical interests encompass diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and retinal detachments, among others. Additionally, she is deeply engaged in research focusing on patient satisfaction with sedation in ophthalmic surgery and the diagnostic potential of biomarkers in ocular conditions. Nicole has contributed to her field through numerous presentations, case reports, and book chapters, and she maintains active memberships with leading professional organizations including the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists. She has received recognition as an Outstanding Clinical Instructor, participated in the Women's Leadership Program at Boston University Medical Center, and has earned various academic honors throughout her education.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

— Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Active in teaching and administration within the Department of Ophthalmology.

Vice Chair Education Program Director

— Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Oversight of the Ophthalmology Residency educational program.

Chief Resident

— Present

Boston University Medical Center • Boston, MA

Led the residency program during the final year.

Awards

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Outstanding Clinical Instructor

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Participant

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.