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Dr. Kyle Nelson, MD

Dr. Kyle Nelson, MD

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Kyle Nelson, MD is a neurosurgeon in Minneapolis, MN and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Abbott Northwestern Hospital and Mercy Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

11850 Blackfoot St NW Ste 490 Minneapolis, MN 55433

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Dr. Nelson's Reviews

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4.9
7 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Wonderful Dr. Great bedside manner!
Dr. Nelson & his entire team worked together like a well oiled machine. Everyone knew their job & did that job exactly when & how they were supposed to. It is my wish & hope that noone ever has to have brain surgery but if you do, Dr. Nelson is fantastic at what he does!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2025
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Richard Taylor
Dr. Kyle Nelson very professional in his approach to removing my blimoglastoma cancer mass. At first it was a thought of removing as much as he could dare but after going in WE believe he was able to remove most of it even at a second look. Thank you Dr. Kyle for your carefull and patient surgery. Now I am taking the next steps Dr. Laudi suggests to control and treat the cancer area. There are many new avenues we can choose to fight this Out and extend my life. Thank you all for your patience health.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Taylor – Apr 23, 2022
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I have seen Dr. Nelson about four times now for compression fractures. I have truly enjoyed his professionalism and his compassion towards the pain I was in. He is thorough with explaining things and will listen to you for any 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
2 others found this helpful
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Karen Engh – Jan 24, 2021
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Had a brain tumor removed (glioblastoma) and Dr Nelson did a outstanding job of removing it. This opinion was also confirmed the the Neurology department at the Mayo clinic; who also stated he had done as good a surgery as possible.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Kim Shafer in Blaine, MN – Oct 05, 2017
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He's a great surgeon with great bedside manor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Alyssa in Minneapolis, MN – Apr 13, 2017
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Dr. Kyle Nelson, MD is a neurosurgeon in Minneapolis, MN and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Abbott Northwestern Hospital and Mercy Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Minnesota Medical School

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Locations

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Metro Neurosurgery11850 Blackfoot St NW Ste 490 Minneapolis, MN 55433
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(763) 427-1137

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