Brooke Army Medical Center
3551 Roger Brooke Dr, 
Fort Sam Houston, TX 

Overview

Erek Nelson is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Fort Sam Houston, Texas.

His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hiatal Hernia, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Surgical Oncology

Licenses

Surgery in TX

Hospital Affiliations

Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Brooke Army Medical Center
3551 Roger Brooke Dr, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Erek Nelson

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Erek Nelson?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Erek Nelson by calling their office at 210-539-9582. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Erek Nelson a top-rated expert for Liver Failure?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Erek Nelson is classified as an Experienced expert for Liver Failure, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Erek Nelson specialize in?

While Dr. Erek Nelson is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.

Does Dr. Erek Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Erek Nelson has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Liver Failure. You can view a list of Dr. Erek Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Erek Nelson accept my insurance?

Dr. Erek Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 210-539-9582 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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