Elizabeth F Nelson, Md, MD

Dr. Elizabeth Nelson is an oncology specialist with 18 years of experience treating cancer patients. They earned their medical degree from Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and completed their residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Dr. Nelson speaks both English and Spanish, helping them connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Nelson practices at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center in Nashville, Tennessee. They focus on breast cancer care, including cases where cancer has spread or returned after treatment. Patients particularly value their expertise in Paget disease of the breast, a rare form of breast cancer. Dr. Nelson performs breast removal surgeries when medically necessary and uses specialized imaging techniques to detect cancer cells. They also coordinates pathology testing to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Patients have given Dr. Nelson an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.