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Dr. Richard Nelson, DO

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 49
Dr. Richard Nelson, DO
2.4 (27 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Nelson, DO is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Bettendorf, IA.
Dr. Richard Nelson, DO
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Dr. Richard Nelson, DO

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 49
Bettendorf, IA
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Nelson, DO is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Bettendorf, IA.

About

Dr. Nelson graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Richard Nelson, DO is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Bettendorf, IA and has 21 years experience. Dr. Nelson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street, Trinity Rock Island, Mercyone Clinton Medical Center, CGH Medical Center, Genesis Medical Center-Silvis, Genesis Medical Center, Aledo and Genesis Medical Center, Dewitt. Dr. Nelson has experience treating conditions like Thyrotoxicosis and Hyperthyroidism among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 2.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 27 times. Dr. Nelson's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Diabetes Counseling
Thyrotoxicosis
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes Counseling
Thyrotoxicosis
Hyperthyroidism
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Gestational Diabetes
Goiter
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Graves' Disease
Hypercalcemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Osteoporosis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pregestational Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Cyst
Thyroid Nodule
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Hyperprolactinemia
Hypothyroidism
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pheochromocytoma
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Adrenal Incidentaloma
Adrenal Insufficiency
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Dyslipidemia
Growth Hormone Deficiency
Hashimoto's Disease
Hyperlipidemia
Hypogonadism
Hypoparathyroidism
Hypopituitarism
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypothalamus Cancer
Lipid Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Obesity
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Osteopenia
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pituitary Tumor
Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroiditis
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Thyroid Hormone Replacement
Abnormal Thyroid
Acromegaly and Gigantism
Acute Thyroiditis
Chronic Thyroiditis
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
Congenital Hypothyroidism
Congenital Hypothyroidism with Diffuse Goiter
Congenital Hypothyroidism without Goiter
Conn's Syndrome
Craniopharyngioma
Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetic Coma
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Drug Induced Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Female Infertility
Gynecomastia
Hyperaldosteronism
Hyperandrogenization Syndrome
Hyperkalemia
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Idiopathic Hypoparathyroidism
Iodine Deficiency
Klinefelter Syndrome
Lipedema
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Male Infertility
Menstrual Disorders
Morbid Obesity
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Overweight
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Peripheral Edema
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Postpartum Thyroiditis
Proteinuria
Rickets
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Subacute Thyroiditis
Symptomatic Menopause
Thyroid Atrophy
Thyroid Goiter
Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
Turner Syndrome
ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
Cholesterol Screening
Dexamethasone Suppression Test
Diabetes Screening
Diabetic Evaluation
Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Screening
Ultrasound, Thyroid
VAP Lipid Testing
Water Deprivation Test

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  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Health Alliance PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Genesis Health Group
    2535 Maplecrest Rd Ste 10, Bettendorf, IA 52722

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson
2.4
Based on 27 Reviews
5 Stars (8)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (16)

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Jul 03, 2024
What impresses me: he LISTENS, takes notes, doesn’t rush through the appointment, and really cares about what I think. This was not at all my experience with my previous endocrinologist!
KCP — Jul 03, 2024
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Specialties*
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    2003
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Nelson frequently treats the following conditions: Thyrotoxicosis and Hyperthyroidism. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Nelson, DO is affiliated with Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street, Trinity Rock Island, Mercyone Clinton Medical Center, CGH Medical Center, Genesis Medical Center-Silvis, Genesis Medical Center, Aledo and Genesis Medical Center, Dewitt.

Yes, Dr. Richard Nelson, DO holds board certification in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street

    1227 E Rusholme St, Davenport, IA

  • Trinity Rock Island

    2701 17th St, Rock Island, IL

  • Mercyone Clinton Medical Center

    1410 N 4th St, Clinton, IA

  • CGH Medical Center

    100 E Le Fevre Rd, Sterling, IL

  • Genesis Medical Center-Silvis

    801 Illini Dr, Silvis, IL

  • Genesis Medical Center, Aledo

    409 NW 9th Ave, Aledo, IL

  • Genesis Medical Center, Dewitt

    1118 11th St, De Witt, IA