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Dr. Joseph Nelson III, MD

Gastroenterology*
4.9 (37)
Map Pin Small Salem, VA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Joseph Nelson III, MD

Dr. Joseph Nelson III, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Salem, VA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Lewisgale Medical Center. Dr. Nelson III, completed a residency at University of Virginia. Patients rated Dr. Nelson III an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Nelson III works at LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, VA. They frequently treat conditions like Constipation and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept 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. Nelson III's Office Locations

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    LewisGale Medical Center
    1802 Braeburn Dr Bldg B, Salem, VA 24153 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (540) 772-5970
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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  • Lewisgale Medical Center

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Hepatitis B - Immune Response
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Ischemic Colitis
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Mesenteric Panniculitis
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
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Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Potassium Deficiency
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    About Dr. Joseph Nelson III, MD

    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 46 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1447238522
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Wake Forest School of Medicine
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Virginia
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Virginia
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology
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    Dr. Joseph Nelson III, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Nelson III is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Nelson III works at LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, VA. View the full address on Dr. Nelson III’s profile.

    Dr. Nelson III has seen patients for Constipation and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Nelson III on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    37 patients have reviewed Dr. Nelson III. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Nelson III.

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