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Dr. Joseph Nelson, MD

Dr. Joseph Nelson, MD

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Nelson, MD is a family medicine physician in Bryant, AR and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saline Memorial Hospital and Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock. He is not accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Practice

4411 Highway 5 N Bryant, AR 72022
Telehealth available
(501) 847-0289

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nelson specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Nelson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson

4.1

34 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
21%
21%

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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
JOHN E WILSON – Oct 28, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 28, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jennifer Elmore in Bryant, AR – Jan 04, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Angela Phillips in Little Rock, AR – Jun 03, 2018
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa in Alexander – Apr 13, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Amanda in Bryant, AR – Apr 02, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Elise Brewer in Bryant, AR – Jan 19, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kelly in Alexander, AR – Aug 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As a Family Physician, I want to help my patients be engaged in their healthcare. I do this by making sure they understand their conditions and are given the proper tools and information for them to make good health choices so they may live as full a life as they can.

  • Family Medicine

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  • Ahpc-nw

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • Area Health Education Clinic - Northwest Arkansas

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001

  • Bachelors In Civil Engineering - University Of Arkansas

    Undergraduate School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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  • Voted Best Overall Doctor in Saline County- Saline Courier Readers Choice, 2011

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Locations

Practice

Baptist Health Family Clinic Bryant4411 Highway 5 N Bryant, AR 72022
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Practice

Office4411 Ar-5 Bryant, AR 72022
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock

    9601 Baptist Health Dr
    Little Rock, AR 72205
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saline Memorial Hospital

    1 Medical Park Dr
    Benton, AR 72015
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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