Overview
Dr. Gary Nelson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics in the Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah. He is a general child neurologist and sees patients with any neurological concerns. He has special interest in pediatric stroke, autoimmune and parainfectious neurological disease, quality improvement, and inpatient and critical care neurology. Dr. Nelson received his medical degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine after completing undergraduate training at Brigham Young University. He completed a Pediatrics residency and Pediatric Neurology fellowship at the University of Utah. He is board-certified in Neurology (with special qualification in Child Neurology) and board-eligible in Pediatrics.
His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Canavan Disease, Pyridoxine Deficiency, Epilepsy, and Thrombectomy.
Dr. Nelson is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Pediatrics. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.
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81 North Mario Capecchi Drive, Pediatric Cardiology Clinic, Suite 1500, Salt Lake City, UT 84113
50 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84132
100 N Mario Capecchi Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84113
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gary R. Nelson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gary R. Nelson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gary R. Nelson by calling their office at 801-213-7613. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gary R. Nelson a top-rated expert for Thrombectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gary R. Nelson is classified as an Experienced expert for Thrombectomy, 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. Gary R. Nelson specialize in?
While Dr. Gary R. Nelson is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Thrombectomy, Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), and Canavan Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Gary R. Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Gary R. Nelson has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thrombectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Gary R. Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Gary R. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Gary R. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 801-213-7613 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Absence SeizureDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)Dr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM).
- Canavan DiseaseDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Canavan Disease.
- Cerebral PalsyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- EpilepsyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Epilepsy in ChildrenDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy in Children.
- Epilepsy Juvenile AbsenceDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy Juvenile Absence.
- Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic SeizuresDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.
- Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal Crisis
- Memory LossDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- Pyridoxine DeficiencyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Pyridoxine Deficiency.
- SeizuresDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- ThrombectomyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- West SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about West Syndrome.