Dr. Kristin E. Nelson, MD | Dubuque, IA | Internist

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Dr. Kristin Nelson specializes in internal medicine, bringing 26 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed her residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. Dr. Nelson is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Nelson is affiliated with several respected healthcare systems, including UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital, MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center, Saint Luke's Regional Medical Center, and UnityPoint Health Trinity Rock Island, with practice locations in Dubuque, Iowa, Rock Island, Illinois, and Sioux City, Iowa. She has particular expertise in treating back pain during pregnancy and addressing weakness-related concerns in patients. Dr. Nelson also performs breast cancer screenings as part of her comprehensive internal medicine practice. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.8

8 Ratings
26 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
5 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
4 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Female

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I have been a patient of Dr. Kristin Nelson's for a number of years and always feel she has given me as much time as I needed and addressed every issue while being friendly and polite and informative.

July 28th, 2020

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Dr. Nelson provided no explanations or recommendations regarding abnormal imaging studies. She said it was not her job to interpret the tests when SHE is the one who ordered them? Then who is supposed to interpret them for me and tell me results? I was left on my own to google results and hope for the best.

January 20th, 2019

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She was rude to me and was always in a hurry. She did not care enough to listen to me. All she seemed interested in was lab results.

June 11th, 2017

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She was rude to me and was always in a hurry. She did not care enough to listen to me. All she seemed interested in was lab results.

June 11th, 2017

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Having been a patient of Doctor Nelson's for almost 5 years. I can't tell everyone how special her care and understanding are. Her sensitivity to personal issues is ultimate. When my care extended beyond her field, she was invaluable in helping me feel confident, and refering someone specializing to my needs. She's still my internal medicine doctor. I would'nt trade her for the world.

March 13th, 2010

Grand River Medical Group Multispecialty Clinic

1515 Delhi St Ste 100Dubuque, IA 52001

Tel: (563) 557-9111

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center

250 Mercy DrDubuque, IA 52001

Tel: (563) 589-8000

Unitypoint Health Trinity Rock Island

2701 17th StRock Island, IL 61201

Tel: (309) 779-5000

Saint Lukes Regional Medical Center

2720 Stone Park BlvdSioux City, IA 51104

Tel: (712) 279-3500


Dr. Kristin Elizabeth Nelson, MD	Dr. Rami Ghassan El-Abiad, MD	Dr. Thomas Anthony Sinsky, MD	Dr. Benjamin Janson, MD
Internal Medicine	Gastroenterology	Internal Medicine	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.8 (8 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	2.3 (7 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
26 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, Chinese, French, English
Dubuque , IA	Iowa City , IA	Dubuque , IA	Dubuque , IA
Med School: University Of Iowa	Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine And Public Health	Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
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Internal Medicine

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Diabetes
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Heartburn
Immunization
Infectious Disease
Physical
Vaccination
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 2000

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Public Health & General Preventive Medicine
41 Years Exp | Dubuque, IA
(2)
Dr. Grant Orville Westenfelder, MD
Infectious Disease
62 Years Exp | Dubuque, IA
(0)
Dr. Joseph Gregory Garrity, MD
Emergency Medicine
48 Years Exp | Dubuque, IA
(0)
Dr. Emily Ann Weig
Dermatology
7 Years Exp | Dubuque, IA
(0)
Dr. Casey Ann Veach, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
23 Years Exp | Monticello, UT
(1)
Dr. Maria Socorro Hernandez, MD
Gastroenterology
25 Years Exp | Galena, IL
(5)
Dr. Gina Marie Moran, MD
Internal Medicine
33 Years Exp | Dubuque, IA
(2)
Dr. Burton Ronald Adrian, MD
Internal Medicine
43 Years Exp | Dubuque, IA
(1)
Dr. Christopher Michael Pruet, MD
Ophthalmology
15 Years Exp | Madison, WI
(4)
Dr. Elise Marie Mcpherson, DO
Internal Medicine
8 Years Exp | Dubuque, IA
(0)

Where is Dr. Kristin Nelson's office located?: Dr. Kristin Nelson's office is located at 1515 Delhi St Ste 100, Dubuque, IA, 52001.
Does Dr. Kristin Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Kristin Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristin Nelson?: You can find contact information for Dr. Kristin Nelson here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kristin Nelson affiliated with?: Dr. Kristin Nelson is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Finley Hospital, Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center, Saint Lukes Regional Medical Center, and Unitypoint Health Trinity Rock Island.
Is Dr. Kristin Nelson accepting new patients?: Dr. Kristin Nelson is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Kristin Nelson's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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