Dr. Kiper C. Nelson, MD | Hattiesburg, MS | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Kiper Nelson specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on comprehensive eye care and vision treatment. They earned their medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed their residency training at the same institution. With three decades of experience in eye care, Dr. Nelson brings extensive knowledge to treating various vision conditions. They are fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing them to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Nelson practices at Southern Eye Center in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and maintains hospital privileges at Merit Health Wesley. They specialize in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma management. Their surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, intraocular lens implant procedures, and YAG laser capsulotomy treatments. Patients have given Dr. Nelson an average rating of 3.8 stars for their care and service.

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accepting new patients
3.8

13 Ratings
30 years of experience
21 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
8 written reviews
1 specialty
12 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

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Dr. Kiper Nelson is a GREAT Cataract Surgeon. It is amazing who quickly and how smoothly Dr. Nelson performs cataract surgery. He knows how to put you at ease. He’s a real people person. He is the best!

October 2nd, 2019

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Fantastic surgeon, with a kind, Christian manner.

September 27th, 2019

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Had Dr. Nelson perform cataract removal. He explained everything prior to surgery. He is an excellent doctor!

January 11th, 2019

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Thank you to Dr. Nelson's team for removing my first cataract. Everything is beautiful already! Your team helped me to be so comfortable! Thank you so much! Now I can look forward to removing the last one.

October 30th, 2018

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Wrong prescription cataract surgery, replaced, wrong again. Would not fix. YAG surgery on one eye one week after surgery, not per standard procedure. Finished me off with mono-vision which is not what I paid the 3000 dollars extra for. Would not attempt to correct. Probably should be just working with eye glasses, at least errors can be fixed which Is not the case with the Krystal Lenses he implanted in my eyes. INCOMPETENT....Refused appointment with Krystal Lense Representative.

March 27th, 2017

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Great experience with lens replacements.

April 14th, 2016

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Absolutely love Dr. Nelson

February 15th, 2016

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Could not have asked for a quicker surgery and I was happy the entire time I was there.

January 8th, 2014

Southern Eye Center

1420 S 28th AveHattiesburg, MS 39402

Tel: (601) 264-3937

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

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Dr. Kiper Cecil Nelson, MD	Dr. Wright Lauten, MD	JR Daniel Marshall Mcclung	Dr. Wade Justin Tucker
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
3.8 (13 Ratings)	4.7 (37 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience		6 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English
Hattiesburg , MS	Hattiesburg , MS	Jackson , MS	Hattiesburg , MS
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine	Med School: South Alabama College of Medicine (Scholarship)	Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
Lasik Surgery
Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
Macular Degeneration
Vision Issues

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Which hospitals is Dr. Kiper Nelson affiliated with?: Dr. Kiper Nelson is affiliated with Merit Health Wesley.
Where is Dr. Kiper Nelson's office located?: Dr. Kiper Nelson's office is located at 1420 S 28th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS, 39402.
Does Dr. Kiper Nelson accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kiper Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Kiper Nelson speak?: Dr. Kiper Nelson speaks Spanish and English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kiper Nelson?: You can find contact information for Dr. Kiper Nelson here on Vitals.

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