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Dr. Cara Nelson-James, DO

Family Medicine* Age 52
Dr. Cara Nelson-James, DO
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Dr. Cara Nelson-James, DO is a Family Medicine Physician in Dundee, FL.
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Dr. Cara Nelson-James, DO

Family Medicine* Age 52
Dundee, FL
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience
Dr. Cara Nelson-James, DO is a Family Medicine Physician in Dundee, FL.

About

Dr. Nelson-James graduated from Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Cara Nelson-James, DO is a Family Medicine Physician in Dundee, FL and has 21 years experience. Dr. Nelson-James currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with HCA Florida Osceola Hospital and AdventHealth Lake Wales. At present, Dr. Nelson-James received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Dr. Nelson-James' office accepts new patients. Dr. Nelson-James is board certified in Family Practice/OMT and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Tobacco Use Disorder
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Tobacco Use Disorder
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Tobacco Use Disorder
Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Muscle Cramping
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Pharyngitis
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Smoking Cessation Counseling
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Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
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Acne
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Acute Bronchitis
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Acute Pharyngitis
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Acute Sinusitis
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Anemia
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Arthritis
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Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Autonomic Disorders
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
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Bronchitis
Bunion
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Cervicitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Common Cold
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COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
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Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulosis
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Ear Ache
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Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Erectile Dysfunction
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
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Fibromyalgia
Folliculitis
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hidradenitis
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Indigestion
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leukocytopenia
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obesity
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Onychogryphosis
Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pap Smear Abnormalities
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyositis
Polyneuropathy
Postnasal Drip
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rib Fracture
Ringworm
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sciatica
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Sebaceous Cysts
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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Shortness of Breath
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Symptomatic Menopause
Syphilis Infections
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
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Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
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Vertigo
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Vitamin B Deficiency
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Warts
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Wheezing
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Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Cholesterol Screening
Dementia or Depression Screening
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Diabetes Screening
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Osteoporosis Screening
Pregnancy Test
Thyroid Screening

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Locations

  1. 1 Central Florida Health Care-Dundee
    916 Dundee Rd, Dundee, FL 33838
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (863) 419-3330
  2. 2 Office
    916 542, Dundee, FL 33838
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (866) 234-8534
  3. 3 Frostproof Medical Dental Center
    109 W Wall St, Frostproof, FL 33843
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (863) 635-4891
  4. 4 Central Florida Health Care-Winter Haven
    1514 1st St N, Winter Haven, FL 33881
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (863) 292-4280

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4.1
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Apr 01, 2023
She patiently listens to her patients and bring about good results.
Gladys L. — Apr 01, 2023
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Specialties*
Family Medicine
Geriatric Medicine
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Education

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Medical Education
  • Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
    2003
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  • Family Practice/OMT
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Cara Nelson-James, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson-James' profile.

Dr. Cara Nelson-James, DO is affiliated with HCA Florida Osceola Hospital and AdventHealth Lake Wales.

Yes, Dr. Cara Nelson-James, DO holds board certification in Family Practice/OMT.

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Florida Osceola Hospital

    700 W Oak St, Kissimmee, FL

  • AdventHealth Lake Wales

    410 S 11th St, Lake Wales, FL