Summary

Dr. Douglas Nelson is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who graduated from the University of Minnesota Medical School. With 39 years of medical experience, he has developed extensive expertise in digestive health and comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Nelson speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Nelson practices at M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital and sees patients in Eagan, Minnesota. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and constipation. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Nelson highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 39 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Minnesota Medical School
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Douglas Brooks Nelson has 3 locations

Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

1185 Town Centre Drive #205 / #200Eagan, MN 55123

Eagan Endoscopy Center And Clinic

1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205Eagan, MN 55123
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eagan Endoscopy Center And Clinic

1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 200Saint Paul, MN 55123
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Douglas Brooks Nelson, MDJan Seiler, APRNDr. Emily Lynn BannisterDr. Ji-Chia Liao
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyPreventative MedicineAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.3 
39 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 66 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Eagan , MNMontgomery , ALSaint Paul , MNSaint Paul , MN
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medici Med School: Taipei Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas Brooks Nelson

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas Brooks Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas Brooks Nelson has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 1987

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Where is Dr. Douglas Nelson's office located?
Dr. Douglas Nelson's office is located at 1185 Town Centre Drive #205 / #200, Eagan, MN, 55123.
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