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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
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Dr Nelson, Dermatologist
Dr. Nelson displays a kindly manner and is thorough in his examinations. He is highly recommend.
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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Horrible! No patient/doctor manners at all. I have never walked out in the middle of an appointment...but, this was one doctor that I almost did. I was ready to just get up and leave. He has. A terrible personality— very mean and condescending. Makes the patient feel “so little”. I would never go back to him and I told the nurse that as I left after he handed me a form to make a follow up appt.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 24, 2020
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Rude, condescending and inconsiderate. Office not set up to handle seniors without computer access.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Aug 25, 2019
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Made an appointment 6 weeks prior. Received a reminder card in the mail. I showed up early for my appointment and was told sorry, there was no appointment in the computer and the Dr. was too busy to see me. Then I was told they had upgraded their software and my appointment probably got lost in the transfer. The receptionist said if I wanted to drive to Tacoma they MAY be able to get me in, but other than that sorry. I will not be back and I will not recommend this office.
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 others found this helpful
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Bremerton, WA – Jun 02, 2017
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While he may know his ailments, his bedside manner is very off putting. Seemed completely disinterested in my history and what I was hoping for in terms of treatment approach. He treats the aliment, not the patient. Accurately and quickly diagnosed one condition but simply threw $300 prescriptions at my other concerns that do not address the root cause.
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 others found this helpful
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C. in Port Orchard, WA – Aug 14, 2016
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About Me

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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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
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Practice

Unavail4700 Point Fosdick Dr Ste 219 Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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    • 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
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