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Dr. Darlene Nelson is a pulmonologist who also practices internal medicine and critical care medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and has been practicing for 21 years. Her extensive experience spans the full spectrum of lung and breathing disorders, from routine care to complex critical care situations.
Dr. Nelson practices at multiple Mayo Clinic locations in Rochester, Minnesota, including the Cancer Center, Saint Marys Campus, and Methodist Campus. She specializes in treating conditions such as pleural effusion, lung nodules, and lung cancer. Her procedural expertise includes performing bronchoscopies to examine the airways, thoracentesis to remove fluid from around the lungs, and coordinating pathology tests to help diagnose various lung conditions.
Dr. Nelson practices at multiple Mayo Clinic locations in Rochester, Minnesota, including the Cancer Center, Saint Marys Campus, and Methodist Campus. She specializes in treating conditions such as pleural effusion, lung nodules, and lung cancer. Her procedural expertise includes performing bronchoscopies to examine the airways, thoracentesis to remove fluid from around the lungs, and coordinating pathology tests to help diagnose various lung conditions.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 21 years of experience
- 9 insurance plans accepted
- University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
- 3 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Darlene Ruth Nelson has 3 locationsMayo Clinic Cancer Center
200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905 Tel: (507) 284-2511
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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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
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| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine | Med School: New York Medical College |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Darlene Ruth Nelson
Medical Specialties
Dr. Darlene Ruth Nelson has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Darlene Ruth Nelson has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 2005
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