Overview
Eric Nelson is a General Surgeon in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2108 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN 37404
979 E 3rd St, Chattanooga,, TN 37403
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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CHI Memorial Surgical Associates - Chattanooga
Dr. Daniel Heithold, a board-certified general surgeon at CHI Memorial Surgical Associates, is dedicated to providing patients with the benefits of minimally invasive surgery. He was fortunate to complete his surgical residency at Georgia Baptist Medical Center. At that time laparoscopy was in its infancy, and Georgia Baptist Medical Center was the busiest laparoscopic hospital in the world. This experience ignited a passion for advanced techniques, leading Dr. Heithold to teach laparoscopic surgery across Asia, Europe, and South America. As an early adopter of robotic surgery, he now prefers this method for most procedures, including gallbladder removal. His focus over the past several years has been on hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction. Outside of his practice, Dr. Heithold enjoys cycling, hiking, and exploring the world with his wife, family and friends. Dr. Heithold is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Cellulitis, Hiatal Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric Nelson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Nelson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric Nelson by calling their office at 423-267-0466. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Eric Nelson a top-rated expert for Rectal Prolapse?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric Nelson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Rectal Prolapse, 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. Eric Nelson specialize in?
While Dr. Eric Nelson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Hemorrhoids. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Eric Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Eric Nelson has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rectal Prolapse. You can view a list of Dr. Eric Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Eric Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Eric Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-267-0466 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- Advanced
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Experienced
- AcrospiromaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Anal CancerDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Anorectal AbscessDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Anorectal Abscess.
- CellulitisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.