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Dr. Thomas Nelson, MD

Dr. Thomas Nelson, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Nelson, MD is a family medicine physician in Rutherford, TN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SOUTH BAYLO UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE AT LOS ANGELES in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City and Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

104 E Main St Rutherford, TN 38369
(731) 665-7741

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nelson specializes in the area of Aerospace Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nelson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson

3.7

3 ratings
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Nelson, MD is a family medicine physician in Rutherford, TN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SOUTH BAYLO UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE AT LOS ANGELES in 1989. He is affiliated with...read more

  • Family Medicine

  • Aerospace Medicine

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  • South Baylo University School Of Oriental Medicine At Los Angeles

    Medical School, 1989

  • Brooks Afb|usaf Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Usaf Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Preventive Medicine®
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Aerospace Medicine
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Locations

Practice

The Rutherford Medical Clinic LLC104 E Main St Rutherford, TN 38369
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West Tennessee Healthcare Milan Hospital4039 Highland St Milan, TN 38358
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City

    1201 Bishop St
    Union City, TN 38261
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Jackson-Madison County General Hospital

    620 Skyline Dr
    Jackson, TN 38301
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher 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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