Overview
James L. Nielsen, MD, is a cardiothoracic surgeon at Ascension Medical Group Sacred Heart Pensacola Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery in Pensacola, Florida. He delivers minimally invasive heart care and open heart surgery to open narrow arteries, restore blood flow to the heart, repair leaky heart valves and surgically correct chronic AFib. Dr. Nielsen is part of a national network of heart care specialists, offering evaluation and treatment of the most complex heart conditions.
Dr. Nielsen is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.
Dr. Nielsen is board certified in The American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Nielsen is currently accepting new patients.
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5147 N 9th Ave, Ste 318, Pensacola, FL 32504
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James L. Nielsen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James L. Nielsen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James L. Nielsen by calling their office at 850-416-2965. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James L. Nielsen a top-rated expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James L. Nielsen is classified as an Advanced expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, 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 L. Nielsen specialize in?
While Dr. James L. Nielsen is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Heart Bypass Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. James L. Nielsen accept my insurance?
Dr. James L. Nielsen accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Florida Blue. We recommend calling the office directly at 850-416-2965 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Nielsen isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Nielsen isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Experienced
- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Patent Foramen Ovale RepairDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.
- PleurisyDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Nielsen isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)