Nelson R. Santos, MD | Wilmington, DE | Emergency Medicine Physician

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Nelson R. Santos, MD, is an Emergency Medicine provider affiliated with Nemours Children's Health.

accepting new patients
4.2

44 Ratings
38 years of experience
54 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Albert Einstein College Of Medicine
6 written reviews
3 specialties
7 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

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

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Nelson R. Santos' Ratings and Reviews

4.2

44 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Best Dr ever care alot about his patients

October 20th, 2022

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Dr. santos is the worst doctor ive ever been too. He told my child thy were too big and need to lose weight or people with bully him. I understand he wanted to warn him about being overweight but there is a professional way to do so.

July 8th, 2019

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Outstanding doctor who takes the extra time to ensure everyone understands treatment and options.

August 8th, 2014

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Dr santos is one of the best pediatrics I have ever taking my kids to. He explains everything in an easy way to understand. Also makes you feel super comfortable. Would recommend him ti everyone.

December 26th, 2013

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Dr ?Santos has by far been one of the rudest Doctors that i haved ever came across. i could not believe that dupont has this man assosiated with there name. trust me, last doctor on earth that i would want caring for my son. sad but accurate event

January 17th, 2013

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I like that he is relates to the parent and child so well with personal stories. He makes you feel at ease immediately.

October 18th, 2010

Nemours Children's Health, Rockland Road

1600 Rockland RdWilmington, DE 19803

Tel: (800) 416-4441

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


Nelson R. Santos, MD	Dr. Steven Guillen, MD	Dr. Fred R. Himmelstein, MD	Dr. Bettina Elizabeth Mucha-Le Ny, MD
Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Pediatrics
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (44 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	4.4 (5 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience		47 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English		Speaks English
Wilmington , DE	Staten Island , NY	Downingtown , PA	Philadelphia , PA
Med School: Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La Salud	Med School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine	Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine	Med School: Albert-Ludwigs-Universitaet Freiburg Medizinische Fakultaet
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Nelson R. Santos holds an active medical license in the state of Delaware.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Albert Einstein College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La Salud in 1988.

NPI Number

Nelson R. Santos' NPI number is 1831280171.

Dr. Mark A Helfaer, MD
Critical Care Medicine
44 Years Exp | Allentown, PA
(0)
Dr. Carol Ann Vincent, MD
Nurse Practitioner
| Philadelphia, PA
(0)
Dr. Denise P Karasic, DO
Pediatrics
44 Years Exp | Wilmington, DE
(0)
Dr. Priyanka Basak, MD
Pediatrics
13 Years Exp | Philadelphia, PA
(0)
Dr. Stephen Arthur Pearlman, MD
Neonatology
45 Years Exp | Newark, DE
(0)
Dr. Melanie Lynn Pitone, MD
Critical Care Medicine
27 Years Exp | Wilmington, DE
(0)
Dr. Aaliya Parveen Sabir, MD
Pediatrics
24 Years Exp | PHILADELPHIA, PA
(0)
Dr. Donald Charles Tyler, MD
Anesthesiology
56 Years Exp | Philadelphia, PA
(0)
Dr. David V Sheslow, PhD
Pediatrics
| Wilmington, DE
(0)
Dr. Mala Kiran Talekar, MD
Pediatrics
25 Years Exp | Philadelphia, PA
(0)

Is Nelson Santos accepting new patients?: Nelson Santos is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Nelson Santos's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Nelson Santos's office located?: Nelson Santos's office is located at 1600 Rockland Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19803.
Does Nelson Santos accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Nelson Santos has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Nelson Santos accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Nelson Santos accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Nelson Santos speak?: Nelson Santos speaks English.

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