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Dr. Brian Nelson, OD

Optometry* Age 61
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Dr. Brian Nelson, OD is an Optometrist in Metairie, LA.
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Dr. Brian Nelson, OD

Optometry* Age 61
Metairie, LA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience
Dr. Brian Nelson, OD is an Optometrist in Metairie, LA.

About

Dr. Nelson graduated from Indiana University School Of Optometry in 1989 and completed a residency at Azar Medivision Medical & Surgical Eyecare Center.Dr. Brian Nelson, OD is an Optometrist in Metairie, LA and has 36 years experience. Dr. Nelson currently practices at Ochsner Health Center - Metairie and are affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Nelson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Nelson accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner Vision Center - Ochsner
    2005 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70002
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 842-3995

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Aug 01, 2022
Eye exam was very thorough with detailed explanation. Bedside manner was excellent.
Jane Chotto — Aug 01, 2022
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Specialties*
Optometry
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Indiana University School Of Optometry
    1989
Medical Education

Internship

Internship
  • Omni Eyecare Services
    1988
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Azar Medivision Medical & Surgical Eyecare Center
    1990
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brian Nelson, OD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Brian Nelson, OD is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA