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.
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Efficient check in. Dr Schmitt listened to what I was saying and was very helpful.
Aug-2025
Dr. Schmitt was very efficient & pleasant. I’m pleased with my initial results. His staff was very pleasant, efficient & made me feel very comfortable too. Highly recommend!
Aug-2025
He did An amazing job. Great pre-op instructions and things to take to help after surgery.
Aug-2025
Listened to my concerns
Aug-2025
Dr. Schmidt is patient, understanding, answered all my questions. Great physician. Peace!
Aug-2025
He was wonderful and awesome nurses
Aug-2025
Very knowledgeable and skilled surgeon!
Jul-2025
friendly and efficient- glad I found him
Jul-2025
Doctor Schmitt took the time to answer all of my questions about my eye procedure. I appreciate his patience and his kindness.
Jul-2025
Easy to talk to. Did an excellent job. Followed up with me after procedure
Jul-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.
Efficient check in. Dr Schmitt listened to what I was saying and was very helpful.
Dr. Schmitt was very efficient & pleasant. I’m pleased with my initial results. His staff was very pleasant, efficient & made me feel very comfortable too. Highly recommend!
He did An amazing job. Great pre-op instructions and things to take to help after surgery.
Listened to my concerns
Dr. Schmidt is patient, understanding, answered all my questions. Great physician. Peace!
He was wonderful and awesome nurses
Very knowledgeable and skilled surgeon!
friendly and efficient- glad I found him
Doctor Schmitt took the time to answer all of my questions about my eye procedure. I appreciate his patience and his kindness.
Easy to talk to. Did an excellent job. Followed up with me after procedure