Nicholas Buckley, DO

Dr. Nicholas Buckley, DO, is a family medicine physician based in San Mateo, California, whose work reflects a thoughtful blend of clinical excellence, compassion, and whole-person care. He has built his medical career around geriatrics, hospice, and palliative medicine, supporting patients and families during some of the most meaningful and complex moments of care. A graduate of the California Institute of Technology, Dr. Buckley earned his medical degree from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, where his interest in caring for patients with complex medical and emotional needs deepened.

Since entering clinical practice in 2020, Dr. Buckley has focused on caring for older adults and individuals with serious illness, emphasizing dignity, comfort, and clear communication. He currently serves as a hospice physician with Mission Hospice and Home Care in San Mateo, working closely with fellow physicians and interdisciplinary care teams in both home care settings and skilled nursing facilities. His daily practice extends beyond direct patient care to thoughtful collaboration with nurses, social workers, and caregivers to ensure treatment plans align with each patient’s goals and values.

Education and connection are central to Dr. Buckley’s approach to medicine. Although he initially considered psychiatry, family medicine offered the breadth that allows him to address both physical and mental health—an integration that has proven especially meaningful in geriatrics and palliative care. He is actively involved in in-service education for clinical staff and prioritizes teaching patients and families so they feel informed and supported. Known for his patience, attentive listening, and genuine interest in people’s stories, Dr. Buckley exemplifies a holistic model of care that blends science, humanity, and trust into a practice that is both skilled and deeply personal.

• Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine - D.O., Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy
• California Institute of Technology - B.S., Engineering and Applied Sciences, Computation and Neural Systems Track

• American Osteopathic Association