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Dr. Amy Nielsen, DO

Neurology
2.9 (23)
Map Pin Small Carlsbad, CA
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Amy Nielsen, DO

Dr. Amy Nielsen, DO is a Neurology Specialist in Carlsbad, CA. They specialize in Neurology, has 17 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurology. They graduated from TOURO CENTER / COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE and is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Palomar Medical Center Poway and Tri-city Medical Center. Dr. Nielsen, completed a residency at Mayo Clinic Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Nielsen an average 2.9 star rating.

Dr. Nielsen works at California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists in Carlsbad, CA with other offices in Escondido, CA. They frequently treat conditions like All Headaches (incl. Migraine) along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Nielsen's Office Locations

  1. 1
    The Research Center of Southern California LLC
    6010 Hidden Valley Rd Ste 200, Carlsbad, CA 92011 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 631-3000
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    Palomar Medical Center
    2185 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92029 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 739-2371

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Admitting Hospitals

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  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido
  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
  • Palomar Medical Center Poway
  • Tri-city Medical Center

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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
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    2.9
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    Based on 23 ratings
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    About Dr. Amy Nielsen, DO

    Specialties
    • Neurology
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    Years of Experience
    • 17 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1730110529
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mayo Clinic Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Mayo Clinic Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Mayo Clinic Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • TOURO CENTER / COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Neurology
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    Dr. Amy Nielsen, DO is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Nielsen is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Nielsen has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Nielsen has seen patients for All Headaches (incl. Migraine), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Nielsen on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    23 patients have reviewed Dr. Nielsen. The overall rating for this provider is 2.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Nielsen.

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