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Dr. Michael Nelson, MD

Dermatology* Age 50
Dr. Michael Nelson, MD
4.1 (53 Ratings)
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Dr. Michael Nelson, MD

Dermatology* Age 50
Gig Harbor, WA
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Michael Nelson, MD works in Gig Harbor, WA as a Dermatologist and has 24 years experience.

They are board certified in Dermatology and graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 2000. At present, Dr. Nelson has received an average rating of 4.1 from patients and has been reviewed 53 times. They are affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Nelson practices at Practice in Gig Harbor, WA.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

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Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

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  • Medicare Advantage PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Cigna PPO
  • Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Harbor Dermatology PLLC
    7901 Skansie Ave Ste 200, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
    Monday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 16:00
  2. 2 Peninsula Dermatology & Laser Clinic PLLC
    4700 Point Fosdick Dr Ste 219, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
    Monday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:30

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson
4.1
Based on 53 Reviews
5 Stars (37)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (4)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (8)

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Nov 30, 2022
Dr. Nelson displays a kindly manner and is thorough in his examinations. He is highly recommend.
Bill Macdonald — Nov 30, 2022
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Specialties*
Dermatology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
    2000
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Dermatology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Geisinger Medical Center
    2001
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Barnes-Jewish Hospital
    2003
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Michael Nelson, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Nelson accepts Aetna, Anthem and 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 4.1/5 and has been reviewed 53 times.

Dr. Nelson is board certified in Dermatology.

Dr. Nelson has been practicing as a Dermatologist for 24 years.

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