Summary

Dr. Erik Nelson specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, bringing 43 years of experience to their practice. They completed medical school at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and went on to finish residency training at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center. Dr. Nelson is fluent in Spanish and Tagalog, allowing them to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Nelson practices at Vista Medical Center East and sees patients in Gurnee and Libertyville, Illinois. They focus on treating serious conditions including head and neck cancer, laryngeal cancer, and oral cancer. Their expertise includes performing fiberoptic pharyngoscopy and flexible laryngoscopy to examine the throat and voice box, as well as conducting hearing tests. Patients rate Dr. Nelson 4.4 out of 5 stars for their care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 43 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Tagalog
  • Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Erik G Nelson has 2 locations

Lake County Head & Neck Specialists

222 S Greenleaf St Ste 106Gurnee, IL 60031
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Lake County Ear/Nose & Throat Head/Neck Specialists

1880 W Winchester Rd Ste 103Libertyville, IL 60048
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Erik G Nelson, MDDr. Charles Zoltan Weingarten, MDDr. Dina A Golbin-Hallett, DODr. Gary Louis Livingston, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
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4.4 
3.3 
3.5 
43 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks Russian Speaks English, Spanish
Gurnee , ILGlenview , ILElgin , ILBarrington , IL
Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Erik G Nelson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Erik G Nelson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Erik G Nelson has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Allergy
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hay Fever (Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis)
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hearing Loss
  • Otology
  • Polyps
  • Sino-Nasal Disorders
  • Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center

Medical School

Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Erik Nelson's office located?
Dr. Erik Nelson's office is located at 222 S Greenleaf St Ste 106, Gurnee, IL, 60031.
Which hospitals is Dr. Erik Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Erik Nelson is affiliated with Vista Medical Center East.
What languages does Dr. Erik Nelson speak?
Dr. Erik Nelson speaks Spanish and Tagalog.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erik Nelson?
You can find contact information for Dr. Erik Nelson here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Erik Nelson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Erik Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.

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