Overview
Kelly Nelson is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Actinic Keratosis, and Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 110 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- EPO
- POS
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
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- PPO
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- STATE MEDICAID
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- HMO
- POS
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- HMO
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Dr. Nelson has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Kelly C. Nelson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kelly C. Nelson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kelly C. Nelson by calling their office at 713-704-4000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kelly C. Nelson a top-rated expert for Melanoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kelly C. Nelson is classified as an Elite expert for Melanoma, 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. Kelly C. Nelson specialize in?
While Dr. Kelly C. Nelson is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Melanoma, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, and Actinic Keratosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Kelly C. Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kelly C. Nelson has published 110 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melanoma. You can view a list of Dr. Kelly C. Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kelly C. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Kelly C. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-704-4000 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
- Elite
- MelanomaDr. Nelson isElite. Learn about Melanoma.
- Distinguished
- Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome
- Advanced
- Actinic KeratosisDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Actinic Keratosis.
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Lymphocytic Infiltrate of JessnerDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphocytic Infiltrate of Jessner.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- Experienced
- Acrogeria, Gottron TypeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Acrogeria, Gottron Type.
- Bazex SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Bazex Syndrome.
- Bowen's DiseaseDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Bowen's Disease.
- BullaeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Bullae.
- Bullous PemphigoidDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Bullous Pemphigoid.
- Congenital Hypotrichosis MiliaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hypotrichosis Milia.
- Contact DermatitisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Contact Dermatitis.
- Darier DiseaseDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Darier Disease.
- Erythema MultiformeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Erythema Multiforme.
- ErythrodermaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Erythroderma.
- Exfoliative DermatitisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Exfoliative Dermatitis.
- Extramammary Paget DiseaseDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Extramammary Paget Disease.
- FolliculitisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Giant Congenital Melanocytic NevusDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.
- Giant Congenital NevusDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Giant Congenital Nevus.
- Hartsfield SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Hartsfield Syndrome.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- Hereditary Mucoepithelial DysplasiaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia.
- Hypomelanosis of ItoDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Hypomelanosis of Ito.
- Keratosis PilarisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Keratosis Pilaris.
- Lichen PlanusDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Lichen Planus.
- Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)Dr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
- Muir-Torre SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Muir-Torre Syndrome.
- Nakajo-Nishimura SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Nakajo-Nishimura Syndrome.
- Neurocutaneous MelanosisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Neurocutaneous Melanosis.
- ParapsoriasisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Parapsoriasis.
- PARC SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about PARC Syndrome.
- PustulesDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Pustules.
- Sebaceous AdenomaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Sebaceous Adenoma.
- Seborrheic KeratosisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Seborrheic Keratosis.
- Stevens-Johnson SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.
- Stiff Skin SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Stiff Skin Syndrome.
- SunburnDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Sunburn.
- Syringocystadenoma PapilliferumDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum.
- SyringomaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Syringoma.
- VitiligoDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Vitiligo.
- WartsDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Warts.