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Dr. Paul Nelson, MD

Dr. Paul Nelson, MD

Neurosurgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Nelson, MD is a neurosurgeon in State College, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mount Nittany Medical Center and Penn Highlands Huntingdon. He is accepting new patients.

Practice

1850 E Park Ave Ste 112 State College, PA 16803

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(814) 865-3566

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nelson specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Nelson, MD is a neurosurgeon in State College, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mount Nittany Medical Center and Penn Highlands Huntingdon. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Locations

Practice

Penn State Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Ctr1850 E Park Ave Ste 112 State College, PA 16803
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Practice

The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center500 University Dr Hershey, PA 17033
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Nittany Medical Center

    1800 E Park Ave
    State College, PA 16803
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Penn Highlands Huntingdon

    1225 Warm Springs Ave
    Huntingdon, PA 16652
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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