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Summary
Dr. Donald Nelson is a family medicine physician with over five decades of medical experience serving patients in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa Roy J and Lucille A Carver College of Medicine and completed his residency training through the Cedar Rapids Family Practice Program. With 51 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Nelson brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive family healthcare. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Nelson practices at Mercy Medical Center and sees patients in Cedar Rapids. His long-standing commitment to family medicine reflects his dedication to providing continuous, personalized care for patients of all ages. The depth of his experience spans generations of medical practice, giving him valuable insight into evolving healthcare needs and treatment approaches.
Dr. Nelson practices at Mercy Medical Center and sees patients in Cedar Rapids. His long-standing commitment to family medicine reflects his dedication to providing continuous, personalized care for patients of all ages. The depth of his experience spans generations of medical practice, giving him valuable insight into evolving healthcare needs and treatment approaches.
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Quick Facts
- 51 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Cedar Rapids Family Practice Program
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 51 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, German, Portuguese | Speaks English | |
| Cedar Rapids , IA | Boca Raton , FL | Sheridan , WY | Dallas , TX |
| Med School: UNIVERSITY OF IOWA ROY J AND LUCILLE A CARVER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | |||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Donald A F Nelson
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Donald A F Nelson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Donald A F Nelson has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
51 Years Experience
Dr. Donald A F Nelson holds an active medical license in the state of Iowa.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Cedar Rapids Family Practice Program.
Medical School
Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF IOWA ROY J AND LUCILLE A CARVER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1975.
NPI Number
Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1588643365.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Donald Nelson affiliated with?
- Dr. Donald Nelson is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Donald Nelson accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Donald Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Donald Nelson's office located?
- Dr. Donald Nelson's office is located at 1026 A Ave Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402.
- What languages does Dr. Donald Nelson speak?
- Dr. Donald Nelson speaks English and Spanish.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Donald Nelson?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Donald Nelson here on Vitals.
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