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Dr. Heather Sandness Nelson, MD

Dr. Heather Sandness Nelson, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*

Dr. Heather Sandness Nelson, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Bismarck, ND. She is affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Locations

Essentia Health Mid Dakota Women's Center-Bismarck

Essentia Health Mid Dakota Women's Center-Bismarck1000 E Rosser Ave Bismarck, ND 58501
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(218) 206-6343

Dr. Sandness Nelson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
  • Low Wait TimesPatients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

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Dr. Sandness Nelson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sandness Nelson

4.2

12 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
17%
17%
1 Star
8%
8%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jan 24, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Nov 08, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Nov 07, 2024
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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
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Oct 23, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 29, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 27, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 02, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 24, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Sep 03, 2022
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About Me

biography

Dr. Heather Sandness Nelson, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Bismarck, ND. She is affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School
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Dr. Sandness Nelson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center

      407 E 3rd St
      Duluth, MN 55805
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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