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Summary
Dr. Gary Nelson is a neurologist specializing in pediatric care, bringing expertise in treating neurological conditions in children and adolescents. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency at University of Utah Health Care. With 16 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Nelson has developed specialized skills in managing complex neurological disorders in young patients. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Nelson practices at multiple locations including Primary Children's Hospital and Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello and Salt Lake City, Utah. His clinical focus includes treating epilepsy and various seizure conditions, including tonic seizures. He performs diagnostic procedures such as electroencephalograms to monitor brain activity and uses MRI imaging to evaluate neurological conditions. Dr. Nelson also utilizes complete blood count testing as part of comprehensive patient care.
Dr. Nelson practices at multiple locations including Primary Children's Hospital and Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello and Salt Lake City, Utah. His clinical focus includes treating epilepsy and various seizure conditions, including tonic seizures. He performs diagnostic procedures such as electroencephalograms to monitor brain activity and uses MRI imaging to evaluate neurological conditions. Dr. Nelson also utilizes complete blood count testing as part of comprehensive patient care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 16 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- University Of Utah Health Care
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Gary Rex Nelson has 5 locationsPocatello Childrens Clinic
1151 Hospital Way Bldg FPocatello, ID 83201 Tel: (208) 232-1443
Mon8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
University Of Utah Health Care
127 S 500 ESalt Lake City, UT 84102 Tel: (801) 587-6701
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
Physicians And Surgeons Clinic Of Pocatello
1151 Hospital WayPocatello, ID 83201 Tel: (208) 239-8000
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
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| Dr. Gary Rex Nelson, MD | Dr. Terry Mark Himes, DO | Dr. Konstantin Karmazin, MD | Dr. Samantha Kay Stough |
| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 16 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Russian | |
| Pocatello , ID | Las Vegas , NV | Seattle , WA | Pocatello , ID |
| Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Gary Rex Nelson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Gary Rex Nelson has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Utah, 2026, Expired
Medical Doctor, Idaho, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Utah Health Care
Medical School
University Of IowaGraduated in 2010
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- Where is Dr. Gary Nelson's office located?
- Dr. Gary Nelson's office is located at 1151 Hospital Way Bldg F, Pocatello, ID, 83201.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Gary Nelson affiliated with?
- Dr. Gary Nelson is affiliated with Primary Childrens Hospital, Portneuf Medical Center, Intermountain Medical Center, INTERMOUNTAIN LDS HOSPITAL, and LDS HOSPITAL.
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