Dr. Nelson R. Santos MD, General Practitioner
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Dr. Nelson R. Santos MD

Pediatrician

7 Clayton Street Suite 400 Wilmington Delaware, 19805
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Dr. Nelson Santos is a pediatrician practicing in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Santos is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Santos 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. Santos can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.

Education and Training

Dominican Republic

Catholic University

Univ Catol Madre Y Maestra (Ucmm)- Fac De Cien Med- Santiago 1988

Board Certification

Pediatrics

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP

DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 36 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Professional Memberships

  • Member International Association of HealthCare Professionals 

Internships

  • Albert Einstein Medical Center, Frankford Hospital Cooper Hospital

Professional Society Memberships

  • Wilmington New Castle Pediatric Association

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Compassion, Reliable and Available

Hobbies / Sports

  • Traveling to the Dominican Republic

Dr. Nelson R. Santos MD's Practice location

7 Clayton Street Suite 400 -
Wilmington, Delaware 19805
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New patients: 302-421-9700
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NEMOURS PEDIATRICS ST. FRANCIS -
WILMINGTON, DE 19805
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