Erik Kristian Nielsen, MD

Dr. Erik Nielsen specializes in pulmonology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from State University of NY at Stony Brook School of Medicine and completed his residency in internal medicine at New York Presbyterian Weill-Cornell in 1990. Dr. Nielsen also completed a fellowship at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell the same year, providing him with specialized training in pulmonary medicine. With 36 years of experience in the field, he brings extensive knowledge to patient care. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Nielsen practices in Stamford, Connecticut, where he treats patients with various respiratory conditions including breathing problems, chronic lung disease, and respiratory failure. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing to assess lung capacity and function. He also conducts bronchodilator reversibility testing to help determine the most effective treatments for …patients with breathing difficulties. Additionally, Dr. Nielsen has experience with therapeutic hypothermia procedures. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his care and expertise.