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

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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

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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


Dr. Nelson R. Santos, MD	Dr. Steven Guillen, MD	Dr. Matthew Taberski, MD	Dr. Gabriel Simon Chain, MD
Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Pediatrics
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (44 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience		29 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Wilmington , DE	Staten Island , NY	Philadelphia , PA	New Brunswick , NJ
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: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo	Med School: Ucl Medical School
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Delaware, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

Medical School

Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La SaludGraduated in 1988

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What languages does Dr. Nelson Santos speak?: Dr. Nelson Santos speaks English.
Where is Dr. Nelson Santos's office located?: Dr. Nelson Santos's office is located at 1600 Rockland Rd, Wilmington, DE, 19803.
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