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"Dr. J. Stuart Nelson is a UCI Health surgeon who specializes in port-wine stains, hemangiomas and other vascular malformations. Medical director of theBeckman Laser Institute & Medical Clinic, he has more than two decades of experience in the diagnosis, clinical management and treatment of these vascular malformations in infants, children and adults.Nelson earned his medical degree at the University of Southern California, followed by an internship and residency in general surgery at the UCI School Medicine. He also earned a PhD in biological sciences, with an emphasis on developmental and cell biology, from UC Irvine.Nelson, a distinguished professor in the Department of Surgery, developed the ""Dynamic Cooling Device,"" which, in conjunction with pulsed dye laser technology, has become the standard of care to treat port-wine stain birthmarks, hemangiomas, other vascular malformations and a number of previously untreatable cutaneous diseases. The cooling technique also has been incorporated into laser surgical treatments for hypertrichosis, rosacea and scarring from acne, traumatic injury and surgical procedures. It has also been adapted for photorejuvenation procedures.His research combines his expertise in engineering, optics, medicine and surgery. He has published more than 360 scientific articles and 16 book chapters and is a past president of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS). An internationally recognized expert in port-wine stains, hemangiomas and other vascular malformations, he is a frequent speaker at conferences around the world.Nelson, who directs theVascular Birthmarks & Malformations Diagnostic and Treatment Center, sees patientsin Irvine.".
His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei, Linear Hamartoma Syndrome, Vascular Birthmark, and Stork Bite.
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1002 Health Sciences Road, Irvine, CA 92617
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John S. Nelson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John S. Nelson?
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Is Dr. John S. Nelson a top-rated expert for Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John S. Nelson is classified as an Experienced expert for Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei, 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. John S. Nelson specialize in?
While Dr. John S. Nelson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei, Linear Hamartoma Syndrome, and Vascular Birthmark. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. John S. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. John S. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-824-7997 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Familial Multiple Nevi FlammeiDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei.
- Linear Hamartoma SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Linear Hamartoma Syndrome.
- Stork BiteDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Stork Bite.
- Vascular BirthmarkDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Vascular Birthmark.