Summary

Dr. David Nelsen is a board-certified dermatologist who has been providing specialized skin care for 17 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his dermatology residency at Hennepin County Medical Center Program. With nearly two decades of experience treating various skin conditions, Dr. Nelsen brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Nelsen is affiliated with Mercyhealth Hospital And Trauma Center Janesville and sees patients across multiple locations in Janesville, Wisconsin, Woodstock, Illinois, and Rockford, Illinois. He specializes in treating common skin concerns such as unusual moles, atypical moles, and eczema. His procedural expertise includes performing detailed pathology tests and specialized biopsies when needed for accurate diagnosis. Patients consistently rate Dr. Nelsen highly for his care, with an average rating of 4.9.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 17 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hennepin County Medical Center Program
  • 24 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

David D. Nelsen has 3 locations

Mercyhealth East

3524 E. Milwaukee St.Janesville, WI 53546
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

Mercyhealth Woodstock

2000 Lake Ave.Woodstock, IL 60098
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercyhealth Perryville

3401 N. Perryville Rd.Rockford, IL 61114
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
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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David D. Nelsen, MDTrisha Khanna, MD, FAADDr. Anna Chacon, MDDr. Ryan Holzwarth, MD
DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
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4.9 
4.2 
17 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Italian, Hindi Speaks English, French, Spanish Speaks English
Janesville , WIOrlando , FLMiami , FLMaplewood , MN
Med School: University of Minnesota Med School Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Brown Medical School Med School: University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by David D. Nelsen

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Arise Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Family Health Network
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Zing Health

Medical Specialties

David D. Nelsen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

David D. Nelsen has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

David D. Nelsen holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Wisconsin and Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hennepin County Medical Center Program.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Minnesota Med School in 2009.

NPI Number

David D. Nelsen's NPI number is 1417184169.

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