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Dr. Douglas Nelson, MD

Dr. Douglas Nelson, MD

Oncology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Douglas Nelson, MD is an oncology specialist in Louisville, KY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nelson has extensive experience in Endocrine System Neoplasms, Gastrointestinal Neoplasms, and Pancreatic Neoplasms. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences in 1996. He is affiliated with Norton Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

676 S Floyd St Louisville, KY 40202

Make an Appointment

(502) 629-4440

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nelson specializes in the areas of Hematology, Medical Oncology & Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Nelson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson

4.4
9 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
78%
78%
4 star
11%
11%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
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1 star
11%
11%

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Great Doctor
Was a patient of Dr. Nelson when he was practicing in Houston Tx. He knows what he is talking about and gives you all the information you need to survive. On November 13th of this year I have survived Stage IV breast cancer for more than 10 years. If you get so lucky to have Dr. Nelson for your doctor, you need to thank God above for putting this doctor in your life.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Evelyn Gutierrez – Nov 13, 2023
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My experience with Dr Douglas Nelson was horrific and life threatening. I had a yearly mammogram in 2017 at St Lukes. Ashley Stanley read the mammogram. I recieved a letter in the mail shortly after stating my mammogram was good. 8 months later I found out I had stage 4 breast and bone cancer. Since Dr Nelson was my Oncologist I asked him to pls reread that mammogram. Dr Nelson refused . He told me that was not his role.At that time I didn't know how he would cover for the radiologist Ashley Stanley who read my mammogram. He continued to make excuses why he would not reread that mammogram. I asked 3 other Drs to read it and was turned down by each over several months. This went on until I finally found an intelligent Oncologist who wasn't part of a cover up brotherhood. He offered to look at the mammogram after I told him my story. He instantly saw the tumor in my breast that Ashley Stanly missed at St Lukes. Shame on Dr Douglas Nelson, Shame! Dr. Nelson also missed the cancer cells
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Norine Johnson – Dec 29, 2019
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Outstanding doctor! In 2012, he and his nurse, Candy saw me through chemo and radiation. Because of their diligence and dedication, today, I am able to enjoy my family, especially my grandson, whom I thought I would not live to see, and now, joyfully await the arrival of another grandson! Thank you Dr. Nelson and Candy. Also, thank you, M .D Anderson- the only place to go for cancer treatment!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
SC – Oct 20, 2017
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Very competent, very empathetic, very direct in your course of treatment. Honest expectations. Very good communicator and very personable. I would wholeheartedly recommend him. Staff is second to none in taking care of any and all of your needs and concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
18 others found this helpful
Helpful
Barry in Conroe, TX – Mar 02, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

At MD Anderson, we believe in a multi-disciplinary care approach that emphasizes close collaboration among cancer specialists and a plan that is individualized for every patient.

  • Oncology

  • Hematology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Wilford Hall Usaf Mc

    Internship Hospital, 1997

  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1996

  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996

  • Uc San Diego

    Undergraduate School, 1992

  • University Of California At San Diego

    Undergraduate School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Hematology
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Medical Oncology
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Oncology†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Unavail676 S Floyd St Louisville, KY 40202
1

Practice

Office17198 St Lukes Way Ste 200 Conroe, TX 77384
2

Practice

Norton Cancer Institute St Matthews3991 Dutchmans Ln Ste 405 Louisville, KY 40207
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Norton Hospital

    200 E Chestnut St
    Louisville, KY 40202

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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