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Summary
Dr. Merrilyn Nelson is a board-certified family medicine physician who earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Midwestern University-Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. With 19 years of experience in family medicine, she provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. Dr. Nelson is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse communities throughout the Virginia Beach area.
Dr. Nelson practices at multiple locations throughout Virginia Beach and Chesapeake, with hospital affiliations at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, and Biloxi VA Medical Center. She specializes in managing high blood pressure in both adults and children, as well as treating high cholesterol in younger patients. Her practice also includes ordering blood tests and coordinating physical therapy services for patients who need rehabilitation support.
Dr. Nelson practices at multiple locations throughout Virginia Beach and Chesapeake, with hospital affiliations at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, and Biloxi VA Medical Center. She specializes in managing high blood pressure in both adults and children, as well as treating high cholesterol in younger patients. Her practice also includes ordering blood tests and coordinating physical therapy services for patients who need rehabilitation support.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 19 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Midwestern University-Arizona College Of Osteopathic Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Merrilyn Esther Nelson has 4 locationsSentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
1060 First Colonial RdVirginia Beach, VA 23454 Tel: (757) 395-8000
Sentara Edinburgh Diagnostic Center
1933 Edwin Dr Ste 104Chesapeake, VA 23322 Tel: (757) 252-5815
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 19 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, German, Portuguese | Speaks Spanish, English, Tagalog, Filipino |
| Virginia Beach , VA | Fairfax , VA | Sheridan , WY | Fairfax , VA |
| Med School: Midwestern University-Arizona College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Merrilyn Esther Nelson
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Merrilyn Esther Nelson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Merrilyn Esther Nelson has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
Dr. Merrilyn Esther Nelson holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Midwestern University-Arizona College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2007.
NPI Number
Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1356540124.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Merrilyn Nelson affiliated with?
- Dr. Merrilyn Nelson is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, and Biloxi Va Medical Center.
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- What languages does Dr. Merrilyn Nelson speak?
- Dr. Merrilyn Nelson speaks English and Spanish.
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