Overview
James Nelson is a Psychiatrist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 57 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
401 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143
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. James Nelson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Nelson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James Nelson by calling their office at 415-476-7000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James Nelson a top-rated expert for Major Depression?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Nelson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Major Depression, 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. James Nelson specialize in?
While Dr. James Nelson is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.
Does Dr. James Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James Nelson has published 57 articles and abstracts on conditions like Major Depression. You can view a list of Dr. James Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. James Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-476-7000 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
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)Dr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
- Major DepressionDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Major Depression.
- Advanced
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
- Experienced
- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Dr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Dr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
- SchizophreniaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Schizophrenia.
- Vascular DementiaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Vascular Dementia.