Summary

Dr. Gregory Nelson specializes in ophthalmology with over three decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and has dedicated 33 years to helping patients maintain and restore their vision. Dr. Nelson speaks Spanish and Polish, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Nelson practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Elk Grove Village, Arlington Heights, and Hoffman Estates, with hospital affiliations at Ascension Saint Alexius. He focuses on treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, utilizing sedation techniques to ensure patient comfort during treatment. Patients have rated him 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 33 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Polish
  • University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Gregory Arnold Nelson has 6 locations

Suburban Associates In Ophthalmology Llc

800 Biesterfield Rd Ste 710Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
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

Suburban Associates In Ophthalmology Llc

1100 W Central Rd Ste 205Arlington Heights, IL 60005
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

Suburban Associates In Ophthalmology Llc

1555 Barrington Rd Ste 3150Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
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

Amita Health Saint Alexius Medical Center

1555 N Barrington RdHoffman Estates, IL 60169

Ascension Alexian Brothers

800 Biesterfield RdElk Grove Village, IL 60007

Hoffman Estates Surgery Center

1555 BARRINGTON RD STE 0400HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Gregory Arnold Nelson, MDDr. Patricia Louise Davis, MDDr. Sunil Raichand, MDDr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
4.5 
3.7 
3.3 
33 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Polish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English
Elk Grove Village , ILLisle , ILDowners Grove , ILChicago , IL
Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: University Of Alexandria
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gregory Arnold Nelson

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Amita Health
  • APWU
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Eon Health
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gregory Arnold Nelson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gregory Arnold Nelson has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Glaucoma
  • Laser Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Colorado School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Gregory Nelson speak?
Dr. Gregory Nelson speaks Spanish and Polish.
Where is Dr. Gregory Nelson's office located?
Dr. Gregory Nelson's office is located at 800 Biesterfield Rd Ste 710, Elk Grove Village, IL, 60007.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gregory Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Gregory Nelson is affiliated with Ascension Saint Alexius.
Does Dr. Gregory Nelson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Gregory Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Gregory Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Gregory Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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