Dr. Benjamin Nelson M.D.
Pediatrician
8901 Wisconsin Ave Bethesda MD, 20889About
Dr. Benjamin Nelson is a pediatrician practicing in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Nelson is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Nelson diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Nelson can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda, Md, United States 2008
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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