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Dr. George Nelson, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 40
Dr. George Nelson, MD
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Dr. George Nelson, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Dothan, AL.
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Dr. George Nelson, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 40
Dothan, AL
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14 years of experience
Dr. George Nelson, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Dothan, AL.

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Dr. Nelson graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine. Dr. George Nelson, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Dothan, AL and has 14 years experience. Dr. Nelson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Medical Center Enterprise, Flowers Hospital and Southeast Health Medical Center. Dr. Nelson has experience treating conditions like Nausea, Constipation and Diarrhea among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 34 times. Dr. Nelson's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Nausea
Constipation
Diarrhea
Nausea
Constipation
Diarrhea
Nausea
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Constipation
Diarrhea
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Anemia
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Heartburn
Abdominal Pain
Ascites
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Colorectal Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Varices
Gallstones
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Duodenal Polypectomy
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Bile Duct Obstruction
Celiac Disease
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Ileus
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pyloric Stenosis
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Splenomegaly
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Gastritis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Gastritis
Alcoholic Hepatitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Rhinitis
Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Atherosclerosis
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Biliary Cirrhosis
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bowel Strangulation
Bronchiectasis
Bronchospasm
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Cholangitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Confusion
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Copper Metabolism Disorders
Cough
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Cyclical Vomiting
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Esophageal Diverticulum
Essential Tremor
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Food Poisoning
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B
Hernia
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Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Insomnia
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Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Ischemic Colitis
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Lactose Intolerance
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Abscess
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Meckel's Diverticulum
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Weakness
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pernicious Anemia
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pneumonia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Rectal Ulcer
Restless Leg Syndrome
Salmonella Food Poisoning
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Spleen Cyst
Stomach Stenosis
Stomal Ulcer
Thyroid Goiter
Tobacco Use Disorder
Tremor
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Anoscopy
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Proctosigmoidoscopy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Care (Humana)
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Dental Blue 100/200/300
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
    Blue Card
  • Cigna
    Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Digestive Health Specialist of the Southeast
    480 Honeysuckle Rd, Dothan, AL 36305
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (334) 836-1212
  2. 2 Dept of Veteran Affairs
    700 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 933-8101
  3. 3 Office
    614 N Main St Ste A, Enterprise, AL 36330
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (334) 836-1212
  4. 4 Office
    614 N Main St Ste A, Enterprise, AL 36330
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (334) 836-1888
  5. 5 Office
    265 Medical Park Blvd, Dothan, AL 36301
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (334) 836-1212

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson
4.9
Based on 34 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (1)

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Jan 18, 2025
Dr. Nelson is a good listener, compassionate and professional. He has worked with me and my husband on our issues, giving us excellent care through the diagnosis and treatment.
— Jan 18, 2025
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    2011
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Dr. Nelson frequently treats the following conditions: Nausea, Constipation and Diarrhea. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. George Nelson, MD is affiliated with Medical Center Enterprise, Flowers Hospital and Southeast Health Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. George Nelson, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Medical Center Enterprise

    400 N Edwards St, Enterprise, AL

  • Flowers Hospital

    4370 W Main St, Dothan, AL

  • Southeast Health Medical Center

    1108 Ross Clark Cir, Dothan, AL