Summary

Dr. Mark Nelson specializes in ophthalmology with expertise in treating complex retinal conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F E Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at Madigan Army Medical Center. With 33 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Nelson has developed extensive knowledge in diagnosing and treating various retinal disorders. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Nelson practices at multiple locations throughout Washington, including Tacoma, Kennewick, and Olympia, and maintains an affiliation with Madigan Army Medical Center. He focuses on treating diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration, conditions that can significantly impact vision if left untreated. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to provide detailed views of the eye's structure. Dr. Nelson also offers anti-VEGF treatment, an advanced therapy that helps preserve and improve vision in patients with certain retinal conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 33 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Madigan Army Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Mark Lewis Nelson has 4 locations

Sound Retina Ps

2245 S 19th St Ste 200Tacoma, WA 98405
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

Sound Retina Ps

7516 W Deschutes PlKennewick, WA 99336
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

Madigan Army Medical Center

9040 Jackson AveTacoma, WA 98431

Sound Retina Ps

3773 MARTIN WAY E STE C101OLYMPIA, WA 98506
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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Dr. Mark Lewis Nelson, MDDr. Randolph Myron LindbladDr. Rachael D Ellred, MDDr. Preston Mackenzie Luong
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
33 Years of Experience 61 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Tacoma , WAPuyallup , WAAuburn , WAOlympia , WA
Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mark Lewis Nelson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mark Lewis Nelson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mark Lewis Nelson has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Mark Lewis Nelson holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Madigan Army Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1689647109.

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