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Dr. Kiper Nelson, MD

Dr. Kiper Nelson, MD

Ophthalmology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Kiper Nelson, MD is an ophthalmologist in Hattiesburg, MS and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Mississippi in 1996. He is affiliated with Merit Health Wesley. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

1420 S 28th Ave Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 705-0078

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nelson specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Nelson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson

4.1

22 ratings, 7 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
23%
23%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jan 09, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Harvey – Sep 27, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mae – Mar 01, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Leo & June Nicholson – May 26, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 28, 2019
Dr. Nelson's Reply –
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Bettie in Clinton, MS – May 04, 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
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Linda Bolton in Hattiesburg, MS – Mar 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kiper Nelson, MD is an ophthalmologist in Hattiesburg, MS and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Mississippi in 1996. He is affiliated with Merit Health Wesley. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Surgery

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

  • Ocular Oncology

  • Ophthalmic Surgery

  • Ocular Immunology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Southern Eye Center Under Dr. Lynn B. Mcmahan

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001

  • Wake Forest University Eye Center

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • University Of Mississippi Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1997

  • University Of Mississippi

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Southern Eye Surgery Center LLC1420 S 28th Ave Hattiesburg, MS 39402
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Office1 Sycamore Rd Ste K Picayune, MS 39466
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Practice

Southern Eye Surgery and Laser Center LLC1923 W 10th St Laurel, MS 39440
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  • Hours
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Merit Health Wesley

    5001 Hardy St
    Hattiesburg, MS 39402

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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