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Dr. Shawn Nelson, MD

Dr. Shawn Nelson, MD

Neurology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Shawn Nelson, MD is a neurologist in Bristol, TN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Florida in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities Bristol Regional Medical Center and SMYTH County Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

3183 W State St Ste 1201 Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 764-0987

Dr. Nelson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nelson specializes in the areas of Addiction Medicine & Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • 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

14 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
21%
21%

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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 28, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 18, 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
Jan 01, 2019
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pennyann in Kingaport, Tn. – Jan 24, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Teresa Crawford in Greeneville, TN – Jun 21, 2016
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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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Larry in Abingdon va – Mar 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Shawn Nelson, MD is a neurologist in Bristol, TN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Florida in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities Bristol Regional Medical Center and SMYTH County Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurology

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  • University Of Florida

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Preventive Medicine®
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Addiction Medicine
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Dr. Nelson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Mountain Empire Neurological Associates PC3183 W State St Ste 1201 Bristol, TN 37620
    1

    Practice

    Bristol Regional Medical Center1 Medical Park Blvd Bristol, TN 37620
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • SMYTH County Community Hospital

      245 Medical Park Dr
      Marion, VA 24354

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

      92%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      85%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Bristol Regional Medical Center

      1 Medical Park Blvd
      Bristol, TN 37620

      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

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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