Overview
Dr. Nelson earned his bachelor's degree from Presbyterian College in 1996. He graduated from the Medical College of Georgia in 2000. Dr. Nelson went on to complete a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency at the University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati's Children's Hospital in 2004.Dr. Nelson is double board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. He has been in practice with his friend, Dr. Baker, for 16 years.Dr. Nelson has been practicing medicine for 16 years. Prior to joining Piedmont, he worked as an employed physician with Athens Regional Medical Center.
Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are H1N1 Influenza, Impetigo, Otitis, and Fetal Parvovirus Syndrome.
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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Locations
1500 Oglethorpe Avenue, Suite 2200, Athens, GA 30606
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. Michael E. Nelson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael E. Nelson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael E. Nelson by calling their office at 706-543-0471. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael E. Nelson a top-rated expert for H1N1 Influenza?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael E. Nelson is classified as an Advanced expert for H1N1 Influenza, 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. Michael E. Nelson specialize in?
While Dr. Michael E. Nelson is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in H1N1 Influenza, Impetigo, and Otitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Michael E. Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael E. Nelson has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like H1N1 Influenza. You can view a list of Dr. Michael E. Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael E. Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael E. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 706-543-0471 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- CellulitisDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CroupDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Croup.
- EthmoiditisDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Ethmoiditis.
- Fetal Parvovirus SyndromeDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Fetal Parvovirus Syndrome.
- FluDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Flu.
- H1N1 InfluenzaDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about H1N1 Influenza.
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- Acute CystitisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cystitis.
- AnaphylaxisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Anaphylaxis.
- ApraxiaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Apraxia.
- AsthmaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Asthma.
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.