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Dr. Kenneth Kris Nielson, MD

Dr. Kenneth Kris Nielson, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kenneth Kris Nielson, MD is a cardiologist in Salt Lake City, UT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nielson has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from University of Utah in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Mark's Hospital and Lone Peak Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 87 reviews 5 Star Rating (87 reviews)

Locations

Heart Center at St. Mark's

Heart Center at St. Mark's1160 E 3900 S Ste 2000 Salt Lake City, UT 84124
1

Heart Center at Lone Peak - Kimballs Ln Suite 210

Heart Center at Lone Peak - Kimballs Ln Suite 21074 E Kimballs Ln Ste 210 Draper, UT 84020
2

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nielson is affiliated with St. Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Nielson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Nielson specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Nielson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nielson

5.0

87 ratings, 66 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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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Andrew – May 08, 2024
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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
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Emily – Apr 08, 2023
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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
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R Watson – Feb 01, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Veronica Smith – Dec 06, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Virginia Tapp – Jul 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
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Robert Gardiner – Jul 22, 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
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Jul 22, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 05, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Gary Bingham – May 31, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
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Kristin – May 27, 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
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S. Peterson – May 26, 2020
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What went well
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What could be improved
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Homer Warner – May 22, 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
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Jan Henderson – May 22, 2020
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What could be improved
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Bill – Mar 12, 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
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Marsha L. Curtis – Mar 04, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Charles Gerrard – Feb 29, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rob McNair – Feb 28, 2020
Dr. Nielson's Reply –
Thank you for the kind rating, Rob.
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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William – Feb 03, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Peter Cornish – Jan 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
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Linda Law – Jan 23, 2020
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Dr. Nielson is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.

biography

This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Kenneth Kris Nielson, MD, FACC, is a cardiologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Nielson is a board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.He completed his undergraduate degree from...read more
  • Cardiology

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  • Maine Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Lds Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Utah

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Nielson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Mark's Hospital

      1200 E 3900 S
      Salt Lake City, UT 84124
      Recipient of 10
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      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
      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Lone Peak Hospital

      11925 S State St
      Draper, UT 84020

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      83%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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