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Dr. Michael Nelson, MD

Dr. Michael Nelson, MD

Dermatology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Nelson, MD is a dermatologist in Gig Harbor, WA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nelson has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision and Cosmetic Skin Procedures. He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 53 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (53 reviews)

Practice

7901 Skansie Ave Ste 200 Gig Harbor, WA 98335

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Dr. Nelson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson

4.1

53 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
6%
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3 Star
8%
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2 Star
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1 Star
15%
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bill Macdonald – Nov 30, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
2 people found this helpful
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Sep 24, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Aug 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Bremerton, WA – Jun 02, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
6 people found this helpful
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C. in Port Orchard, WA – Aug 14, 2016
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care philosophy

Dr. Nelson focuses on expertly identifying the issues presented, utilizing the most up-to-date evidence-based treatments, and ensuring the patient understands the treatment plan or condition and has their questions answered.

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biography

Dr. Nelson's undergraduate studies were at the University of Minnesota, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors and high distinction. He earned his MD degree at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, and while there also participated...read more
  • Dermatology

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  • Barnes-jewish Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • Geisinger Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2001
  • Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
  • University Of Minnesota-morris

    Undergraduate School, 1996
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American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
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Locations

Practice

Harbor Dermatology PLLC7901 Skansie Ave Ste 200 Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 4:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Unavail4700 Point Fosdick Dr Ste 219 Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 4:30pm
  • Directions