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Nicole Gifford, NP

4.8 out of 5 (188 Ratings)

Specialties:

Family Medicine / Primary Care

About Nicole Gifford

Nicole received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Worcester State University in Worcester, Ma. She then went on to obtain her Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University in Addison, Illinois.

She believes that preventative medicine is the best approach to maintaining health and wellness. She utilizes multiple modalities of therapies based on the patient and their input on their care to maximize the patient’s health and prevent illness; always working with her patients and making them a contributing member of their healthcare team. 

While working as an RN, she noticed that many patients were repeat admissions. That sparked her interest in becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner. In doing so, she could work in preventative medicine and help in the prevention of patients being required to be hospitalized for chronic illnesses. Working in Family Medicine allows her to work with a variety of patients from across the lifespan. 

Having grown up in Southeastern Massachusetts, and having been a patient herself of Southcoast Health her entire life, she feels that Southcoast Health means serving the community that she lives in and being a part of its improvement. 

Nicole loves sports and played soccer throughout her undergraduate education and continues to enjoy watching and playing with friends. When not at work she enjoys hiking, walking, and kayaking.

Locations

Practicing at the following locations:

  1. Southcoast Physicians Group Family Medicine

    1800 Main Road
    Tiverton, RI 02878

    P: 401-625-5552

    Get Directions 41.6379738 -71.20498629999997

Insurances Accepted

Southcoast accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.

Provider Ratings

Rating Willingness to recommend provider’s office Overall Provider Experience
4.8
4.8
4.8

Patient Comments (53)

At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.

  • Nicole was great! She answered all my questions and was very nice.

  • Excellent help provided for an unplanned visit.

  • I didn't have to wait long, and the staff were AMAZING. KeepUp the good work

  • I had a great appointment with Nicole. I found her to be approachable and easy to talk to. She listened to my concerns and provided thorough, knowledgeable replies. She stated she would follow up with a specialist who had not sent over some of my medical records. I would definitely recommend Nicole to family & friends.

  • Everything went fine. I like that office a lot. Always nice staff and personnel. Easy parking. Never a long wait. Capable medical people.

  • Nothing to improve. Everyone very respectful and responsive.

  • Nicole Gifford NP was great. Thorough, friendly and responsive to my complaint. Excellent care

  • Very efficient, yet personable

  • I had never seen Nicole before, but she was great! I have nothing negative to say.

  • Nicole was professional, friendly and courteous of my concerns. She handled everything in a kind manner while using her expert knowledge. She was wonderful!

  • Very positive interaction and even some concern for my wife who accompanied me.

  • Nicole Gifford provided me with excellent care.

  • Fit me in same day! So grateful thank you

  • Excellent first time visit! Reception was quick, professional and extra friendly, definitely put my first visit at ease. Check out including making appointments for me with referrals, which was important to me. Nicole was wonderful, spent a good amount of time discussing my medical history. She is friendly, professional, caring and in general I had a very comfortable feeling during my interaction with her.

  • The attention and respect I received, a sincere level of personal care.

  • My provider was awesome. I have seen her a couple times when my doctor is out and she is great. She listens, follows up and has good advise.

  • Too many calls to my provider's office. Never talked to my own doctor. As a retired RN, I was frustrated. I liked the NP but would have preferred to speak to my doctor myself

  • Your staff are unfailingly polite, helpful and kind.

  • The office staff was friendly and professional. They were helpful in correcting the spelling of my name and provide information about upcoming appointments. The nurse and PA listened to my concerns and answered all my questions. It was refreshing to leave a doctor's office and feel that my health and care were a priority.

  • Very efficient operation. Staff listens and understands.

  • Entire staff is very courteous and enjoyable to interact with.

  • To make it easier to get through the call center to the provider.

  • I saw a nurse practitioner for the first time and she was as kind and attentive to my situation that anyone could wish for.

  • Everything went very well, from the front desk to the providers. I was hit with a family emergency as well as something coming up unexpected With myself, And the staff was incredible. I saw I believe N.Gifford, I can't thank her enough for the information and the care she gave me.

  • Nicole is great and listens and then asks for feedback when making health based decisions

  • Nicole Gifford was excellent. Very personable , professional and knowledgeableI though so highly of her I suggested that my daughter see her from now on.

  • Unbelievably kind and caring. Listened intently to everything I said! Beyond pleased!

  • Nothing it was an excellent visit. I think very highly of the office staff, nursing, lab phlebotomist, Nicole and Dr. Ainsworth. They are extremely professional and caring people.

  • All staff were courteous and kind. MA [Name] was friendly and efficient I was seen right away. NP Nicole Gifford also came in right away, was very friendly and made me comfortable and feeling heard. This visit was pleasant and quick but thorough.

  • Nicole was awesome! Everyone at this office is terrific -- from the reception window to the appointments desk. Thank you!

  • if only our govt.could run as smoothly!

  • This provider was absolutely outstanding and beyond reproach. She was absolutely professional, caring and listened to what I had to say. It would be impossible to improve my experience at this primary care center.

  • The nurse practioner I saw was the best! My health has put me through the ringer this year and usually I don't know the people I see are saying because they don't explain anything so I just try to get through the appointment and get out and you're generally rushed out. Frankly this was the most positive experience I have had in some time! Keep this nurse she's aces!!!

  • Nicole knew my history and was aware of my current situation. She is compassionate and empathetic. She expressed understanding of my concerns and affirmed my feelings. I felt supported and heard. I left feeling like I had an advocate.

  • I had a sick visit given an appointment same day and I know I'll be better because of it.

  • Nicole was kind and easy to talk to. Professional and clear communication. Thorough. Did not rush

  • Very attentive, explained care plan, and how to escalate if the conservative approach is ineffective

  • Nicole is confident, knowledgeable, and decisive. She took her time & explained my condition in a clear manner. She resolved my issue.

  • Nicole was great, she really listened to understand what I've been going through in order to see a whole picture of my overall health. She did not make me feel rushed and she showed what so many providers are lacking. EMPATHY. Thank you! It is truly appreciated.

  • The service is always extremely prompt and everyone that works is really nice. I recommend this office to all my family and friends, because I have never received better service anywhere else.

  • Welcoming and friendly.

  • Nicole was very informed and professional. She listened to me and addressed all of my concerns. Her treatment advice has helped me to feel much better

  • Knowledgeable, patient, friendly > all good.

  • Keep doing what you ate doing. It works!

  • Nicole Gifford and the MA were very professional and listened to my concerns.

  • Nicole, NP was very caring and listened carefully to my concerns.

  • Nicole. the NP who saw me was very thorough and asked many questions to be sure of what was going on with me and to how best treat me. Thanks very much!

  • Incredibly kind and thoughtful. Made my child and I feel comfortable and listened to. Thank you!

  • Nicole was very thorough and answered all my questions.

  • I had an emergent illness….. and I was seen immediately

  • Excellent NP - empathetic and great skills. I'm a retired nurse

  • They fit me into schedule for Sick, same day visit. Excellent service as usual. Efficient and friendly

  • Everything called got right

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