Erica Nelson, MD | Springfield, IL | Obstetrician-Gynecologist

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Dr. Erica Nelson has practiced obstetrics and gynecology for 36 years and is affiliated with Saint Johns Hospital and Memorial Medical Center. She treats abnormal uterine bleeding, noncancerous ovarian growths, and ovarian cysts.

Board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Nelson completed her medical training at the University of Vermont College of Medicine and her residency at Oregon Health & Science University. She sees patients in Springfield, Illinois.

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accepting new patients
2.9

21 Ratings
36 years of experience
43 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery
9 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Female

Erica Nelson's Ratings and Reviews

2.9

21 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 24 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Had a good bedside manner: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (7)
Spent time with me: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (7)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (7)
Flexible scheduling: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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She is the WORST. She is such a mean and ugly hearted woman. So rude and so condescending. Do NOT go to her. She needs to learn some compassion or she needs to exit healthcare as a whole. You enter healthcare to CARE.

March 27th, 2020

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This woman has a complete lack of bedside manner but more importantly is lacking medical skills. She definitely should not be teaching medical students!! She treats patients as if they have no choice in their own care. She totally botched my surgery.

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October 1st, 2016

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I was there for a routine annual checkup. Dr. Nelson was professional and gave me plenty of opportunity to ask questions and express any concerns I had.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 21st, 2015

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Excellent she cares about your comfort zones answers questions and very happy person!!!!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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September 17th, 2015

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I spent a whole day of work to travel to this doctor. Upon a huge wait when the doctor finally came in she had no idea why I was there. After checking before arrival that my records were there for some reason the day I was there they could not find them. Was told we would conference over phone. Well after endless messages to nurses. No one from the office even had the decency to return any of my calls. I would never go here and encourage others to seriously consider elsewhere before wasting your time with this doctor.

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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October 14th, 2014

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would never recommend. tried to excuse herself from the problem after she stitched into my sciatica nerve and had to remove stitches and have had pain for months and no one seems to know how long i will be on pain meds for it. tried to say my pain was from a back problem - which i've never been to a doctor for in my life and although i've never had sciatica nerve pain until she stitched into it during hysterectomy.

June 27th, 2014

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Dr. Nelson has great bedside manner, takes time to answer all questions, and is very skilled in her profession. I would highly recommend her to my family and friends!!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 25th, 2014

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very rude, uncaring, unprofessional. never will go back to see her again would never recommend anyone to go to her unless if you want to feel like a piece of dirt.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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September 8th, 2012

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Very uncaring, unprofessional and unskilled physician.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

August 10th, 2012

SIU Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology | HSHS St. John's

1100 E Lincolnshire Blvd Ste 200Springfield, IL 62703

Tel: (217) 545-8000


Erica Nelson, MD	Dr. Sherma St Fort Morton, MD	Dr. Lyndon Douglas Taylor, MD	Gwyneth Thompson, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology	Obstetrics & Gynecology	Obstetrics & Gynecology	Obstetrics & Gynecology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
2.9 (21 Ratings)	4.8 (19 Ratings)	4 (57 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience	48 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish, Russian	Speaks English, Spanish
Springfield , IL	Durham , NC	Oak Park , IL	Springfield , IL
Med School: College Of Medicine	Med School: University of Florida College of Medicine	Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina	Med School: Ponce Med School
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Obstetrics & Gynecology

Birth Control
C-section
Child Birth
Hot Flashes
Infertility
Menopause
Menstrual Pain
Pap Smear
Pelvic Exam
Pregnancy
Women's Health

Erica Nelson holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois. They are board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University Program, and University Oreg/Hlth Scis University.

Medical School

Graduated from College Of Medicine, University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington in 1990, and University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt in 1990.

NPI Number

Erica Nelson's NPI number is 1447231493.

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(20)
Pamela S Kelley
Nurse Practitioner
| Springfield, IL
(0)
Dr. Tammie Ann Klein, MD
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42 Years Exp | Springfield, IL
(24)
Dr. Amy Kathleen High, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
20 Years Exp | Springfield, IL
(1)
Dr. Kent Lowell Snowden, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
47 Years Exp | Saint Louis, MO
(27)
Dr. Rhonda J Harms
Obstetrics & Gynecology
| Girard, IL
(0)
Dr. John George Hudec, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
34 Years Exp | Decatur, IL
(28)
Dr. Joseph A Bogdan, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
| Springfield, IL
(0)
Dr. Frank V Aguirre JR., MD
Cardiology
46 Years Exp | Springfield, IL
(7)

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What languages does Erica Nelson speak?: Erica Nelson speaks English.
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