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Dr. Karen Nelson, DO

General Surgery* Age 49
Dr. Karen Nelson, DO
3.3 (6 Ratings)
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Dr. Karen Nelson, DO

General Surgery* Age 49
Bowling Green, KY
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Overview

Dr. Karen Nelson, DO works in Bowling Green, KY as a General Surgery Specialist.
They are board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery and graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Nelson completed a residency at General Surgery, Botsford Hospital, Farmington Hills, Mich.. At present, Dr. Nelson has received an average rating of 3.3 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. They are affiliated with Atrium Medical Center. Their office is not accepting new patients at this time. Dr. Nelson practices at Practice in Bowling Green, KY and has additional offices in Lima, OH and Janesville, WI.

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  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
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Locations

  1. 1 Western Kentucky Heart and Lung Associates Psc
    825 2nd Ave Ste B1, Bowling Green, KY 42101
  2. 2 Kindred Hospital Lima
    730 W Market St, Lima, OH 45801
  3. 3 Mercy Hospital Janesville Rehabilitation Unit
    1000 Mineral Point Ave, Janesville, WI 53548

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson
3.3
Based on 6 Reviews
5 Stars (3)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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Jul 18, 2021
Awesome She performed a 4x bypass and an aortic valve replacement and was wonderful prior to and post surgery. She and her staff were outstanding.
— Jul 18, 2021
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery and General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • General Surgery, Botsford Hospital, Farmington Hills, Mich.
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus
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Dr. Nelson accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Nelson accepts here.

Dr. Nelson has a star rating of 3.3/5 and has been reviewed 6 times.

Dr. Nelson is board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery and General Surgery.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Atrium Medical Center

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  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

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  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)