4.4
24 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Scott Nelson is an ophthalmologist with four decades of experience helping patients with vision and eye health concerns. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and has dedicated his career to treating complex eye conditions. Dr. Nelson speaks both English and Vietnamese, allowing him to serve a diverse patient community in Louisiana.
Dr. Nelson practices at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and maintains locations in both Baton Rouge and Gonzales. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma cases. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implantation to restore clear vision. Patients give him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals for his comprehensive eye care services.
Dr. Nelson practices at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and maintains locations in both Baton Rouge and Gonzales. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma cases. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implantation to restore clear vision. Patients give him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals for his comprehensive eye care services.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 40 years of experience
- speaks English, Vietnamese
- Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
- 4 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Scott Kimberly Nelson has 4 locationsEye Care Surgery Center
10423 Old Hammond HwyBaton Rouge, LA 70816 Tel: (225) 923-0960
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
Eye Care And Surgery Center
1004 W Highway 30 Ste AGonzales, LA 70737Mon8:00 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
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
5000 Hennessy BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808 Tel: (225) 765-6565
Accent Vision Care
1004 W Highway 30 # 100Gonzales, LA 70737Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Scott Kimberly Nelson, MD | Dr. Thomas J Heigle, MD | Dr. Donald Ray Peavy, MD | Dr. Allen Roy Pearce, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 40 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Vietnamese | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English |
| Baton Rouge , LA | Baton Rouge , LA | Baton Rouge , LA | Baton Rouge , LA |
| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Scott Kimberly Nelson
Medical Specialties
Dr. Scott Kimberly Nelson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Scott Kimberly Nelson has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated in 1986
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