4.7
22 Ratings with 21 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Nina Lee Torkelson is a family medicine physician with two decades of experience caring for patients and families. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston and holds board certification in family medicine from the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Torkelson provides comprehensive healthcare services in English.
Dr. Torkelson practices at Sesame Family Clinic in Harlingen, Texas, and maintains hospital privileges at Valley Baptist Medical Center Harlingen. She specializes in managing complex conditions such as type 2 diabetes and advanced kidney disease. Her practice also focuses on preventive care including depression screening and addressing common health concerns like vitamin D deficiency. Patients rate Dr. Torkelson 4.7 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Torkelson practices at Sesame Family Clinic in Harlingen, Texas, and maintains hospital privileges at Valley Baptist Medical Center Harlingen. She specializes in managing complex conditions such as type 2 diabetes and advanced kidney disease. Her practice also focuses on preventive care including depression screening and addressing common health concerns like vitamin D deficiency. Patients rate Dr. Torkelson 4.7 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 20 years of experience
- 34 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University of Texas Medical School, Houston
- 21 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 20 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Harlingen , TX | Mansfield , TX | HOUSTON , TX | Coppell , TX |
| Med School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston | |||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Nina Lee Torkelson
Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Nina Lee Torkelson has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Nina Lee Torkelson holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston in 2006.
NPI Number
Nina Lee Torkelson's NPI number is 1730328550.
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- Nina Lee Torkelson is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center Harlingen.
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