Dr. Nicholas J. Schmitt, M.D., is a Board-Certified Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and partner at Northwest Eye in Minnesota. Dr. Schmitt specializes in the medical and surgical management of conditions affecting the eyelids, lacrimal (tear) system, the orbit (the bony cavity surrounding the eye), and the adjacent face.
Dr. Nicholas J. Schmitt, M.D., is a Board-Certified Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and partner at Northwest Eye in Minnesota. Dr. Schmitt specializes in the medical and surgical management of conditions affecting the eyelids, lacrimal (tear) system, the orbit (the bony cavity surrounding the eye), and the adjacent face.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Northwest Eye through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
The care team was very efficient, but I felt the conversations/instructions/interaction was rushed. Especially from the Anesthesiologist, Barb.
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
All concerns were answered
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Professional, caring and attentive.
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Transparent and easy conversations. A follow up phone to assess patient condition occurred on a Saturday. Very much unexpected and appreciated.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
I had a real nice consultational visit I understand that all the procedures thank him
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Professional, informed, helpful. Answered all of my questions.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Amazing care from this physician. He is super knowledgeable and patient. He is an expert surgeon and has done eye surgery on 4 of my colleagues.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
The entire clinic was very professional.
Post surgery information was very helpful.
Thanks
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
No pain, very little swelling, little to no discoloration. Fabulous results with eye surgery.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
He has been 1/2 an hour late to every appointment - the initial consultation - the surgery and both follow up appointments - he is also impatient with my questions - I was concerned about bruising and swelling and possible infection - he stated “I don’t know what you are expecting” - - the scribe entered all the right responses and answers in my chart but he didn’t say that
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
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Northwest Eye: Maple Grove Office
12000 Elm Creek Blvd N. Suite 100 Maple Grove, MN 55369
Northwest Eye: Wayzata Office
250 Central Ave N. Suites 105 & 107 Wayzata, MN 55391
Dr. Nicholas J. Schmitt, M.D., is a Board-Certified Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and partner at Northwest Eye in Minnesota. Dr. Schmitt specializes in the medical and surgical management of conditions affecting the eyelids, lacrimal (tear) system, the orbit (the bony cavity surrounding the eye), and the adjacent face.
He also specializes in cosmetic eyelid surgery as well as dermal fillers and Botox, helping patients look and feel their best with products such as BOTOX®, Restylane®, and JUVÉDERM™. He has been a member of Northwest Eye’s respected team of doctors since 2005.
Dr. Schmitt completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Guitar Performance at the University of Miami and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. Schmitt completed an internship in Internal Medicine and a residency in Ophthalmology at the University of Rochester Medical Center. He completed a fellowship in Oculoplastic, Reconstructive, and Orbital Surgery at the Drexel University of Pennsylvania – Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.
Outside of Northwest Eye, Dr. Schmitt enjoys music and walking his dogs, as well as diving, hiking, and skiing. For Dr. Schmitt, the highlights of his profession are his ability to provide a wide variety of oculoplastic and reconstructive procedures for patients with many different needs, as well as having the opportunity to help people of all ages, from infants to seniors. Dr. Schmitt is inspired by the great staff and doctors at Northwest Eye each and every day.
Dr. Schmitt sees patients at our Maple Grove and Wayzata Northwest Eye locations.
The care team was very efficient, but I felt the conversations/instructions/interaction was rushed. Especially from the Anesthesiologist, Barb.
All concerns were answered
Professional, caring and attentive.
Transparent and easy conversations. A follow up phone to assess patient condition occurred on a Saturday. Very much unexpected and appreciated.
I had a real nice consultational visit I understand that all the procedures thank him
Professional, informed, helpful. Answered all of my questions.
Amazing care from this physician. He is super knowledgeable and patient. He is an expert surgeon and has done eye surgery on 4 of my colleagues.
The entire clinic was very professional. Post surgery information was very helpful. Thanks
No pain, very little swelling, little to no discoloration. Fabulous results with eye surgery.
He has been 1/2 an hour late to every appointment - the initial consultation - the surgery and both follow up appointments - he is also impatient with my questions - I was concerned about bruising and swelling and possible infection - he stated “I don’t know what you are expecting” - - the scribe entered all the right responses and answers in my chart but he didn’t say that