Meet Dr. Nicola Williamson

Serving Central Virginia since 2003, Dr. Nicola L. Williamson, DVM and the rest of the staff at Veterinary Dermatology of Richmond are dedicated to the health and well-being of your best friend. Browse our site to learn more about dermatological conditions that threaten your pet’s health, and discover how we can help.

When she opened Veterinary Dermatology of Richmond, Dr. Nicola Williamson had a simple goal: to treat cats, dogs, horses, and other pets with skin or ear problems and educate their owners about the importance of their animal’s dermatological health. Extensive research, study at some of the finest institutions in the country, and recognition by leading veterinary publications all make Dr. Williamson a respected expert in the field. Dr. Williamson’s work has been published in text books and Veterinary Journals. She has also participated in drug trials with major pharmaceutical companies, helping to further better treatment in pets with skin diseases. But it’s the wagging tails of her four-legged friends that turn a veterinary profession into a personal passion.

After obtaining a Bachelor’s degree from University of Virginia, Dr. Williamson became a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine after completing her degree at the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in Blacksburg, Virginia. After an internship in internal medicine and surgery at the Animal Medical Center in New York City, she spent three years completing a residency in Veterinary Dermatology at the University of Tennessee before becoming board-certified in veterinary dermatology by the American College of Veterinary Dermatology.

Dr. Williamson was voted the Best Veterinary Dermatologist in the Richmond and central Virginia area by other Veterinarians, in Virginia Living Magazine.

If your pet is suffering from scratching, chewing, sores, ear infections, hair loss, or other dermatology problems, Dr. Williamson is here for you. She treats all patients with care and compassion

When not busy helping her patients, Dr. Williamson enjoys traveling, hiking, gardening, reading, and quilting. She also enjoys spending time with her dogs, Chloe, a beautiful lab mix, and Fonzie, a very affectionate rescued shepherd.

Client testimonials:

“Dr. Williamson is the ultimate pet LISTENER who creates highly individualized treatments according to your loved one’s needs and idiosyncrasies.”

“It is simply wonderful to know that Dr. Williamson cares, truly cares, as she ministers to pet and owner.”