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Dr. James Nelson, MD

Pediatric Neurology* Age 56
Dr. James Nelson, MD
4.0 (4 Ratings)

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Dr. James Nelson, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist in San Diego, CA.
Dr. James Nelson, MD
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Dr. James Nelson, MD

Pediatric Neurology* Age 56
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Nelson, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist in San Diego, CA.

About

Dr. Nelson graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. James Nelson, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist in San Diego, CA and has 30 years experience. Dr. Nelson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Avera Granite Falls Health Center. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Dr. Nelson's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lipidoses (incl. Gaucher Disease)
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Primary Central Sleep Apnea
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    Platinum 90 PPO
    Platinum Local Access + HMO 25 HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    8001 Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 966-5819
  2. 2 Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego
    3020 Childrens Way, San Diego, CA 92123
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  3. 3 Office
    2125 Citracado Pkwy Ste 100, Escondido, CA 92029
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 294-9260
  4. 4 Riverside Medical Clinic Inc.
    3660 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92506
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May 07, 2022
Dr. Nelson spent a great deal of time listening to us and allowing us to ask questions. We got seated I. The exam room and he was there in about 10seconds! We never felt rushed. He was very thorough and gave us helpful information. We were very impressed with the level of care.
Mary Ellen — May 07, 2022
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Specialties*
Pediatric Neurology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    1994
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology and Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. James Nelson, MD is affiliated with Avera Granite Falls Health Center.

Yes, Dr. James Nelson, MD holds board certification in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology and Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Avera Granite Falls Health Center

    345 10th Ave, Granite Falls, MN