Dr. Nicholas Whitesides, OD
Whitesides Optometry
1740142322Is Dr. Nicholas Whitesides, OD a Good Optometrist?
Dr. Nicholas Whitesides, OD has a trust score of 50/100 — below average for Fairview Heights. Consider comparing with other providers nearby. At 1 years of practice, they are early in their career.
The most important verification step for any optometrist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Whitesides's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a general optometrist?
General optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and detect eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.
When to see one: For routine eye exams, glasses or contacts, and vision changes.
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- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Eye care in Fairview Heights, IL
Fairview Heights has 17 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 15 years in practice, and 17 focused on optometrist. Illinois optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
1
Years practicing
15
Avg in Fairview Heights
17
Optometrists in Fairview Heights
OD
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Whitesides's license is active and unrestricted with the Illinois board (link on this page).
- Ask whether the visit is a routine exam or a medical eye evaluation, and what it covers.
- Bring your current glasses or contacts, plus a list of medications and any family history of eye disease.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and whether dilation or extra imaging carries a separate fee.
- Mention symptoms like dryness, headaches, or screen strain so they can be addressed during the exam.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Nicholas Whitesides, OD a licensed optometrist?
Dr. Nicholas Whitesides, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1740142322) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Dr. Nicholas Whitesides, OD?
Dr. Nicholas Whitesides, OD has approximately 1 year in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Fairview Heights has about 15 years. There are 17 optometrists in Fairview Heights, including 17 with a optometrist focus.
Where is Dr. Nicholas Whitesides, OD located?
Dr. Nicholas Whitesides, OD practices at Whitesides Optometry, 815 LINCOLN HWY, Fairview Heights, IL 62208. Phone: (618) 628-8868.
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Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Whitesides's current standing at the source:
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Quick Facts
- Focus
- Optometrist
- Credential
- OD
- Gender
- Male
- NPI Since
- 12/02/2025