Dr. Joseph J Nelson, MD, Seattle, WA

About Dr. Joseph J Nelson

Joseph Nelson, MD (he/him) is a resident physician in Family Medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine and serves as the President of the Network of Underrepresented Residents and Fellows for Graduate Medical Education. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Washington and is currently completing his residency in Family Medicine through the University of Washington Department of Family Medicine. As a family medicine resident, Dr. Nelson provides broad-spectrum care across multiple settings, caring for patients of all ages, genders, and backgrounds both in and out of the hospital. His services include prenatal care, obstetrics, pediatrics, preventive medicine, and a variety of outpatient procedures, among others. Dr. Nelson is a member of the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation and is deeply committed to serving Indian Country. He has a passion for teaching and mentorship, working closely with medical students and other trainees to promote equity in both training and patient care.

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Popular visit reasons

Abscess

Acid Reflux / Heartburn

Acne

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam

Annual Physical

Gastroenterology Consultation

Illness

Pediatric Consultation

Abscess

Acid Reflux / Heartburn

Acne

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam

Office location

UW Medicine Primary Care at Northgate

314 NE Thornton Pl, Seattle, WA 98125

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Education and background

Practice names

UW Medicine Primary Care at Northgate

Education and training

Medical School - University of Washington, Doctor of Medicine
University of Washington Department of Family Medicine, Residency in Family Medicine

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1902366636

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What practice does Dr. Joseph J Nelson work with?

Dr. Joseph J Nelson works with UW Medicine Primary Care at Northgate.

Where is Dr. Joseph J Nelson's office located?

Dr. Joseph J Nelson's office is located at 314 NE Thornton Pl, Seattle, WA 98125.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Joseph J Nelson?

Dr. Joseph J Nelson frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Gastroenterology Consultation, Illness, and Pediatric Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Joseph J Nelson on their profile.