Summary

With 47 years in family medicine and emergency medicine, Dr. Douglas Nelson sees patients at Ojai Valley Community Hospital, where he treats diverticular disease, diverticulitis, and arthralgia, and performs hand and wrist ultrasound and musculoskeletal ultrasound. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Nelson earned his DO from Midwestern University-Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Medical College of Wisconsin. He practices in Ojai, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Nelson 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 47 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Douglas K Nelson has 2 locations

Valley Oak Family Practice

1202 Maricopa Hwy Ste COjai, CA 93023
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ojai Valley Community Hospital

1306 Maricopa HwyOjai, CA 93023
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

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47 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish
Ojai , CAPlacentia , CACoral Gables , FLPomona , CA
Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas K Nelson

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • United Behavioral Health - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas K Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas K Nelson has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Wisconsin.

Medical School

Graduated from Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1942215249.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Douglas Nelson speak?
Dr. Douglas Nelson speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Douglas Nelson accepting new patients?
Dr. Douglas Nelson is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Douglas Nelson's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Douglas Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Douglas Nelson is affiliated with Ojai Valley Community Hospital.
Does Dr. Douglas Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Douglas Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Douglas Nelson's office located?
Dr. Douglas Nelson's office is located at 1202 Maricopa Hwy Ste C, Ojai, CA, 93023.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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