Dr. Richard Nelson, DO

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*•Male•Age 49

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Richard Nelson, DO is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Bettendorf, IA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nelson has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening, Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, and Thyroid Disorders. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as CGH Medical Center and Mercyone Clinton Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Richard Nelson, DO

Practice

2535 Maplecrest Rd Ste 10 Bettendorf, IA 52722
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
(563) 421-3200
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

(563) 421-3200

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nelson specializes in the area of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nelson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson

2.4

27 ratings, 9 with a written review
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Kim Seitz – Sep 28, 2024
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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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KCP – Jul 03, 2024
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
1 person found this helpful
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CDub – Aug 09, 2021
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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
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JS in Bettendorf, IA – Feb 23, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Karen Buckles – Jan 11, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
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BETTENDORF, IA – Nov 07, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 07, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
8 people found this helpful
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Kathleen Hirl in Davenport, IA – Jul 12, 2017
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Spring Grove, IL – May 15, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Nelson, DO is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Bettendorf, IA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nelson has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening, Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, and Thyroid...read more

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Locations

Practice

Genesis Health Group2535 Maplecrest Rd Ste 10 Bettendorf, IA 52722
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercyone Clinton Medical Center

    1410 N 4th St
    Clinton, IA 52732

    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

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Genesis Medical Center-Silvis

    801 Illini Dr
    Silvis, IL 61282

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • CGH Medical Center

    100 E Le Fevre Rd
    Sterling, IL 61081

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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