Dr. Nicholas Byron Nelson, MD

Dr. Nicholas Nelson specializes in internal medicine with a focus on hospital medicine, bringing 17 years of experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Virginia Health System. His dual specialty allows him to provide comprehensive care both in outpatient settings and during hospital stays.

Dr. Nelson practices at Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth in Virginia. He treats patients with complex respiratory conditions including chronic lung disease and COPD with additional health complications. His expertise extends to caring for patients with Alzheimer's disease, providing specialized attention to the unique challenges these patients face. Dr. Nelson performs diagnostic imaging procedures such as chest X-rays and CT scans to help identify and monitor various medical conditions.