Summary

Dr. Celia Nelson is a surgeon who earned her medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. With 39 years of experience in surgery, she has developed extensive expertise in her field. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and serves patients throughout central Florida.

Dr. Nelson practices at UF Health Leesburg Hospital and UF Health The Villages Hospital, with locations in Leesburg and The Villages, Florida. She specializes in treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. Her surgical expertise includes coordinating comprehensive cancer care that may involve pathology testing and radiation therapy approaches. Patients have given Dr. Nelson an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 39 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Celia Kay Nelson has 6 locations

UF Health Medical Group Surgical Specialists - Leesburg

600 E. Dixie Ave.Leesburg, FL 34748

Uf Health The Villages Hospital

1451 El Camino RealThe Villages, FL 32159

Uf Health Central Florida Medical Group

600 E Dixie AveLeesburg, FL 34748

UF Health Surgical Specialists - Sharon L. Morse Building

1400 N US Highway 441 Ste 526The Villages, FL 32159
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

UF Health Medical Group Surgical Specialists - Leesburg

601 E Dixie Ave Ste 804Leesburg, FL 34748
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. Celia Kay Nelson, MDDr. Chad R. Marrs, MDDr. Matthew C. Mai, MDDr. Dorian Michael Delgado
SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.7 
4.9 
39 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Leesburg , FLSarasota , FLGulf Breeze , FLBrandon , FL
Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Celia Kay Nelson

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Freedom Health
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Transamerica
  • Ultimate Health Plans
  • Ultimate Health Plans - HMO
  • Ultimate Health Plans - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Celia Kay Nelson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Celia Kay Nelson has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Celia Kay Nelson holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1437107778.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Celia Nelson speak?
Dr. Celia Nelson speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Celia Nelson?
You can find contact information for Dr. Celia Nelson here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Celia Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Celia Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Celia Nelson's office located?
Dr. Celia Nelson's office is located at 600 E. Dixie Ave., Leesburg, FL, 34748.
Which hospitals is Dr. Celia Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Celia Nelson is affiliated with Uf Health Leesburg Hospital.

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