Dr. Douglas P Nelson MD
Internist
2525 E Rooselvelt St Phoenix AZ, 85008About
Dr. Douglas Nelson is an internist practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Nelson specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Nelson provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Az Coll of Med, Tucson Az 1992
University of Arizona College of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Chronic Pain
- High Cholesterol
- Hepatitis
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- Gas
- Schizophrenia
- Vascular Disease
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