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Dr. Eric Nelson, MD

General Surgery* Age 46
Dr. Eric Nelson, MD
3.8 (24 Ratings)
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Dr. Eric Nelson, MD is a General Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN.
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Dr. Eric Nelson, MD

General Surgery* Age 46
Chattanooga, TN
Accepting new patients
Dr. Eric Nelson, MD is a General Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN.

About

Dr. Nelson graduated from Loma Linda Medical School and completed a residency at University of California Medical Center, Davis, Sacramento, CA - Chief Resident, General Surgery. Dr. Eric Nelson, MD is a General Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Nelson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga and Erlanger Baroness Hospital. Dr. Nelson has experience treating conditions like Anorectal Abscess among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 24 times. Dr. Nelson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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These providers are on the medical staff of CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga
These providers are on the medical staff of CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga.
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Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Anorectal Abscess
Colectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Anorectal Abscess
Colectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Anorectal Abscess
Colectomy
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Ileus
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Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Pelvic Abscess
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula
Small Intestine Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Sphincterotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Illeum Cancer
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pouchitis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Visceroptosis
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Cauterization
Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Mastectomy
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vaginectomy
Varicose Vein Procedure
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 University Surgical Associates
    979 E 3rd St Ste 300, Chattanooga, TN 37403
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 267-0466
  2. 2 Office
    1635 Gunbarrel Rd Ste 210, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 757-0760
  3. 3 Chi Memorial Chest and Lung Cancer Center
    2108 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN 37404
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson
3.8
Based on 24 Reviews
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1 Star (7)

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Patient Reviews
May 06, 2024
Dr. Nelson is an excellent doctor surgeon. His professionalism is outstanding and he cares for his patients. He explains everything in depth and is honest but very forward pertaining to the procedure you’re having done. I would recommend him to anyone. Thanks again Dr. Nelson
Jonathan Irvin — May 06, 2024
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loma Linda Medical School
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University of California, Davis
    2008
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of California Medical Center, Davis, Sacramento, CA - Chief Resident, General Surgery
    2012
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Chattanooga Campus
    2013
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Eric Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Eric Nelson, MD is affiliated with CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga and Erlanger Baroness Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Eric Nelson, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga

    2525 Desales Ave, Chattanooga, TN

  • Erlanger Baroness Hospital

    975 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN