Summary

Dr. Karen Nelson is an obstetrician and gynecologist who has dedicated 38 years to women's healthcare. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Dr. Nelson provides comprehensive care throughout all stages of a woman's life, from routine preventive services to specialized pregnancy management. She speaks English fluently.

Dr. Nelson practices at Saint Joseph Medical Center and Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. She has particular expertise in managing high-risk pregnancies and caring for women who are pregnant after age 30. Her services include routine Pap tests to screen for cervical health concerns and various prenatal procedures such as fetal ultrasounds and integrated prenatal screening to monitor baby's development. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.6 stars, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate and thorough approach to care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 38 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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Obstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & Gynecology
Accepts New Patients
4.5 
38 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Russian Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English
Urbana , ILOAK PARK , ILUrbana , ILUrbana , IL
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Marie Nelson

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Health Alliance
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Marie Nelson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Marie Nelson has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Endometriosis
  • Hot Flashes
  • Infertility
  • Laser Surgery
  • Menopause
  • Menorrhagia
  • Obstetrics
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Pelvic Pain
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Uterine Cancer
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

Medical School

Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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What languages does Dr. Karen Nelson speak?
Dr. Karen Nelson speaks English.
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