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Dr. Nelson Chao, MD

Dr. Nelson Chao, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Nelson Chao, MD is a pulmonologist in Shelton, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Odense University / College of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

4 Corporate Dr Ste 268 Shelton, CT 06484
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(203) 402-0377

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chao is affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital Bridgeport, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for pulmonology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Chao specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • 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.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Chao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chao

4.4

28 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
14%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dan D – Mar 28, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 09, 2022
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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
Helpful
Jay R – Feb 09, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
I could be very sick but we won't know unless I di – Dec 11, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Barbara Ostrosky – May 24, 2021
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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
Helpful
klh – Mar 24, 2020
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Battabing - Battaboom – Mar 09, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 03, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mildred Perez in Bridgeport, CT – Mar 08, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stevens in Ansonia, CT – Jan 13, 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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stuart-Gray, L.C.S.W. in Milford, Connecticut – Sep 24, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Nelson Chao, MD is a pulmonologist in Shelton, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Odense University / College of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Odense University / College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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Locations

Practice

Allergy & Pulmonary Specialists PC4 Corporate Dr Ste 268 Shelton, CT 06484
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bridgeport Hospital

    267 Grant St
    Bridgeport, CT 06610
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% 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
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