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Summary
Dr. Gary Nelson is a neurologist and pediatrician who brings 16 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency training at University of Utah Health Care. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive neurological care specifically tailored for children and adolescents. Dr. Nelson is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with diverse patient families.
Dr. Nelson maintains affiliations with several leading medical centers, including Primary Children's Hospital, Portneuf Medical Center, and Intermountain Medical Center in Pocatello and Salt Lake City. His clinical expertise focuses on treating complex neurological conditions such as epilepsy and anxiety disorders in young patients. He performs specialized diagnostic procedures including electroencephalograms to evaluate brain activity and monitor neurological function. Dr. Nelson's practice locations span both Idaho and Utah, …making his pediatric neurology services accessible to families across the region.
Read More Read less Dr. Nelson maintains affiliations with several leading medical centers, including Primary Children's Hospital, Portneuf Medical Center, and Intermountain Medical Center in Pocatello and Salt Lake City. His clinical expertise focuses on treating complex neurological conditions such as epilepsy and anxiety disorders in young patients. He performs specialized diagnostic procedures including electroencephalograms to evaluate brain activity and monitor neurological function. Dr. Nelson's practice locations span both Idaho and Utah, …making his pediatric neurology services accessible to families across the region.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 16 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Utah Health Care
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Gary Rex Nelson has 5 locationsPocatello Childrens Clinic
1151 Hospital Way Bldg FPocatello, ID 83201 Tel: (208) 232-1443
Mon8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
University Of Utah Health Care
127 S 500 ESalt Lake City, UT 84102 Tel: (801) 587-6701
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Physicians And Surgeons Clinic Of Pocatello
1151 Hospital WayPocatello, ID 83201 Tel: (208) 239-8000
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Neurology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 16 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati | Speaks English, Russian |
| Pocatello , ID | Las Vegas , NV | Tampa , FL | Seattle , WA |
| Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Gary Rex Nelson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Gary Rex Nelson has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Dr. Gary Rex Nelson holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Utah and Idaho.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Utah that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Idaho that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Utah Health Care.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Iowa in 2010.
NPI Number
Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1841515517.
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- Dr. Gary Nelson's office is located at 1151 Hospital Way Bldg F, Pocatello, ID, 83201.
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- Dr. Gary Nelson speaks English and Spanish.
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