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Summary
Dr. Valerie Nelson is an oncologist and internal medicine physician with 21 years of experience treating cancer patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine and completed her residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive care that addresses both cancer treatment and overall health management.
Dr. Nelson practices at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and sees patients across several locations in Lake Forest, Grayslake, and Glenview, Illinois. She focuses on breast cancer care, including cases where the cancer has spread or returned. Her expertise includes breast cancer screening to help with early detection and specialized imaging procedures like scintimammography. She also incorporates physical therapy into treatment plans to support patient recovery and quality of life.
Dr. Nelson practices at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and sees patients across several locations in Lake Forest, Grayslake, and Glenview, Illinois. She focuses on breast cancer care, including cases where the cancer has spread or returned. Her expertise includes breast cancer screening to help with early detection and specialized imaging procedures like scintimammography. She also incorporates physical therapy into treatment plans to support patient recovery and quality of life.
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Quick Facts
- 21 years of experience
- McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Valerie Marie Nelson has 5 locationsNorthwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital
1000 N Westmoreland RdLake Forest, IL 60045 Tel: (847) 234-5600
Northwestern Medicine Glenview - Cancer Care
2701 Patriot Blvd Pavilion A: Cancer CenterGlenview, IL 60026Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Oncology | Oncology | Pathology | Hospital Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 21 Years of Experience | 52 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Lake Forest , IL | Maywood , IL | Park Ridge , IL | Evanston , IL |
| Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine | Med School: B J Medical College Ahmedabad | Med School: UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Valerie Marie Nelson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Valerie Marie Nelson has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
Medical School
Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated in 2008
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO DIVISION OF THE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES THE PRITZKER SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 2005
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Valerie Nelson affiliated with?
- Dr. Valerie Nelson is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Valerie Nelson's office located?
- Dr. Valerie Nelson's office is located at 1000 N Westmoreland Rd, Lake Forest, IL, 60045.
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