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Summary
Dr. Andrew Nelson is a family medicine physician with additional expertise in public health and general preventive medicine. He earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and brings 41 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Nelson is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Nelson practices in Portsmouth, Virginia, and maintains an affiliation with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. He focuses on managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and COPD. His approach to patient care includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain their health and mobility.
Dr. Nelson practices in Portsmouth, Virginia, and maintains an affiliation with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. He focuses on managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and COPD. His approach to patient care includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain their health and mobility.
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Quick Facts
- 41 years of experience
- 19 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Texas-houston Medical School
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Andrew Alonzo Nelson has 2 locationsJencare Senior Medical Center
4106 Portsmouth BlvdPortsmouth, VA 23701 Tel: (757) 393-1136
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 41 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Portsmouth , VA | Boca Raton , FL | Washington , DC | Fairfax , VA |
| Med School: University Of Texas-houston Medical School | |||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Andrew Alonzo Nelson
Medical Specialties
Dr. Andrew Alonzo Nelson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Andrew Alonzo Nelson has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Virginia, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Texas-houston Medical School
Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At HoustonGraduated in 1985
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Andrew Nelson affiliated with?
- Dr. Andrew Nelson is affiliated with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center.
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- What languages does Dr. Andrew Nelson speak?
- Dr. Andrew Nelson speaks English and Spanish.
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