Summary

Dr. Amy Nelson is an oncology specialist with 32 years of experience treating cancer patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and has dedicated her career to helping patients navigate cancer care. Dr. Nelson is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient community.

Dr. Nelson practices at multiple locations throughout the San Francisco and Oakland areas, including Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Highland Hospital, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus. She specializes in treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. Her expertise includes ordering and interpreting essential blood tests such as complete blood counts and metabolic panels to monitor patient health during treatment.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 32 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Amy Ruth Nelson has 5 locations

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32 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
San Francisco , CASan Clemente , CAAtlanta , GASan Francisco , CA
Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Amy Ruth Nelson

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Amy Ruth Nelson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Amy Ruth Nelson has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Amy Ruth Nelson holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1265510853.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Amy Nelson speak?
Dr. Amy Nelson speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amy Nelson?
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Where is Dr. Amy Nelson's office located?
Dr. Amy Nelson's office is located at 2238 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94115.
Does Dr. Amy Nelson accept my insurance?
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