
Overview
Mark Nelson, MD, specializes in cardiothoracic surgery and is board certified in thoracic and cardiac surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. He practices at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute and is affiliated with UPMC Shadyside and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Nelson completed his fellowship and residency at West Virginia University School of Medicine and medical education at University of Maryland School of Medicine.
Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Heart Bypass Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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12502 Willowbrook Road, Suite 420, Cumberland, MD 21502
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. Mark G. Nelson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mark G. Nelson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mark G. Nelson by calling their office at 240-410-5901. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mark G. Nelson a top-rated expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mark G. Nelson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, 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. Mark G. Nelson specialize in?
While Dr. Mark G. Nelson is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Mark G. Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mark G. Nelson has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. Mark G. Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mark G. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Mark G. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 240-410-5901 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.
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- Distinguished
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- NecrosisDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Necrosis.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Nelson isDistinguished. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
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- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Experienced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.

