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12 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Thomas Nelson has practiced orthopedic surgery for 42 years and is affiliated with Meeker Memorial Hospital and Hutchinson Health Hospital. He performs bursa aspiration and bursa injection, and sees patients for obesity and overweight, pediatric obesity, and hypertension.
Board-certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed residencies at Cook County Hospital and the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He sees patients in Tucson, Arizona. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Nelson 4 out of 5.
Board-certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed residencies at Cook County Hospital and the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He sees patients in Tucson, Arizona. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Nelson 4 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 42 years of experience
- 43 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Cook County Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 18 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Carondelet Medical Group - Orthopedics
6567 E Carondelet Dr Ste 415Tucson, AZ 85710 Tel: (520) 887-7700
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Spine Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 42 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 26 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 | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Tucson , AZ | Tucson , AZ | Tucson , AZ | Tucson , AZ |
| Med School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine | Med School: Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Thomas Nelson
Medical Specialties
Thomas Nelson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Thomas Nelson has the following 18 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
Thomas Nelson is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Cook County Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn in 1984.
NPI Number
Thomas Nelson's NPI number is 1386753895.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Does Thomas Nelson accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Thomas Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Thomas Nelson affiliated with?
- Thomas Nelson is affiliated with Meeker Memorial Hospital and Hutchinson Health Hospital.
- Does Thomas Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Thomas Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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