4.7
7 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Mark Nelson is a thoracic surgeon with nearly four decades of experience treating complex heart and chest conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and has dedicated 39 years to advancing surgical care for patients with serious cardiovascular conditions. Dr. Nelson speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his surgical practice.
Dr. Nelson maintains affiliations with UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Western Maryland, practicing in both Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Cumberland, Maryland. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including specific expertise in managing heart disease in women and addressing myocardial ischemia. His surgical skills include performing cardiac rehabilitation procedures and chest fluoroscopy to help patients recover from heart conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Nelson highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Nelson maintains affiliations with UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Western Maryland, practicing in both Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Cumberland, Maryland. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including specific expertise in managing heart disease in women and addressing myocardial ischemia. His surgical skills include performing cardiac rehabilitation procedures and chest fluoroscopy to help patients recover from heart conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Nelson highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 39 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Maryland School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Mark Gary Nelson has 4 locationsWestern Maryland Health System Cardiology
12502 Willowbrook Rd Ste 420Cumberland, MD 21502 Tel: (240) 964-8740
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 2:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 39 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Pittsburgh , PA | Atlanta , GA | Pittsburgh , PA | Pittsburgh , PA |
| Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine | Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University | Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Mark Gary Nelson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Mark Gary Nelson has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated in 1987
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