Overview
Joel Byron Nelson, MD, is the Frederic N. Schwentker Professor and chairman of the Department of Urology for the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He specializes in prostate cancer.Dr. Nelson is board-certified in urologic oncology. He received an undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He completed a medical degree at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago. He completed a residency at McGaw Medical Center in Chicago, and a fellowship at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore.
Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Prostatectomy, and Orchiectomy.
Dr. Nelson is board certified in American Board Of Urology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 103 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.
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5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 209, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
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. Joel B. Nelson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel B. Nelson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel B. Nelson by calling their office at 412-605-3000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joel B. Nelson a top-rated expert for Prostate Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joel B. Nelson is classified as an Elite expert for Prostate Cancer, 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. Joel B. Nelson specialize in?
While Dr. Joel B. Nelson is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Prostatectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Joel B. Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joel B. Nelson has published 103 articles and abstracts on conditions like Prostate Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Joel B. Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joel B. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Joel B. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-605-3000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Prostate CancerDr. Nelson isElite. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- ProstatectomyDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Prostatectomy.
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- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
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- OrchiectomyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Orchiectomy.