Dr. Maria Nelson, MD
Surgeon
At a glance
5.00 stars (7 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 40 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, VSP, more+ ·
Has 15+ years of experience
Graduated from University of South Dakota, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Keck Medicine of USC - Surgery
5.00
7 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.4
Recent reviews
Dr. Nelson is the best of the best. Professional, ethical, caring, loving. She saved my life. Love her.
More than 1 year agoNA
Dr. Nelson is the most personable person in the world. She loves what she does and it shows in her bedside manner and work as a surgeon. Having cancer is not easy. But Dr. Nelson puts her patients at ease. I love the time she spent with me and my partner.
More than 1 year agoCS
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Mastectomy
Mastectomy
Other popular visit reasons
Abnormal Mammogram
Abscess
Breast Cancer
Breast Cyst
Breast Problems
Lump(s) in Breast
Nipple Discharge
Surgery Consultation
Abnormal Mammogram
Abscess
Breast Cancer
Breast Cyst
More about Dr. Maria Nelson, MD
Maria E. Nelson MD is Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine at USC. After receiving her undergraduate degree from Carleton College she completed her masters and medical degrees at the University of South Dakota. She did her residency training in General Surgery at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and completed her fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Nelson's clinical focus and expertise is in benign and malignant breast disease. She is experienced with advanced breast surgical techniques and seeks in her practice to combine the best evidence-based methods with best in patient-focused care. Dr. Nelson's research interests include the diagnostic role of breast imaging techniques and the complex nature of decision-making in breast cancer care.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of South Dakota, Doctor of Medicine
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Internship in General Surgery
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Residency in General Surgery
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Fellowship in Breast Disease
Practice
Keck Medicine of USC - Surgery
Affiliation
Verdugo Hills Hospital
Keck Hospital of USC
USC Norris Cancer Hospital
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1265783872
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.43
Bedside manner
5.00
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7 reviews
Most relevant
Dr. Nelson is the best of the best. Professional, ethical, caring, loving. She saved my life. Love her.
More than 1 year agoNA
It went great. Everyone was helpful and pleasant. Doctor was caring, interested and knowledgable.
More than 1 year agoJL
Excellent as always. Dr. Nelson takes time to listen and answer questions.
More than 1 year agoEA
Dr. Nelson is the most personable person in the world. She loves what she does and it shows in her bedside manner and work as a surgeon. Having cancer is not easy. But Dr. Nelson puts her patients at ease. I love the time she spent with me and my partner.
More than 1 year agoCS
Excellent!
More than 1 year agoAB
Efficient, quick, caring, thorough.
More than 1 year agoLG
Very good.
More than 1 year agoDS
Which hospital is Dr. Maria Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Maria Nelson is affiliated with Verdugo Hills Hospital, Keck Hospital of USC, and USC Norris Cancer Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Maria Nelson work with?
Dr. Maria Nelson works with Keck Medicine of USC - Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Maria Nelson?
Dr. Maria Nelson frequently sees patients for Abnormal Mammogram, Abscess, Breast Cancer, Lump(s) in Breast, and Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Maria Nelson on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Maria Nelson speak?
Dr. Maria Nelson speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Maria Nelson in reviews?
7 patients have reviewed Dr. Maria Nelson. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.43/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.