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Dr. Lana G Nelson, DO

Bariatric Surgery*
3.5 (25)
Map Pin Small Norman, OK
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Lana G Nelson, DO

Dr. Lana G Nelson, DO is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Norman, OK. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 25 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine and is affiliated with Norman Regional Hospital. Dr. Nelson, completed a residency at Ohio University Doctors Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Nelson an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Nelson works at Practice in Norman, OK. They frequently treat conditions like Obesity and Abdominal Pain 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. Nelson's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Underhill Psychological Consulting
    3400 W Tecumseh Rd Ste 105, Norman, OK 73072 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (405) 735-2049
  2. 2
    Office
    1125 N Porter Ave, Norman, OK 73071 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (405) 515-2799
  3. 3
    West Norman Endoscopy
    3101 W Tecumseh Rd Ste 100, Norman, OK 73072 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (405) 515-5900
  4. 4
    Norman Regional Health System Weight Loss Clinic Journey Clinic
    2821 36th Ave NW Ste 200, Norman, OK 73072 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (405) 515-2049

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  • Norman Regional Hospital

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Obesity
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Abdominal Pain
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Atresia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Acid Reflux Surgery
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagomyotomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
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    3.5
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    About Dr. Lana G Nelson, DO

    Specialties*
    • Bariatric Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 25 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1679521553
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University Of South Florida Tampa General
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Ohio University Doctors Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Ohio University Grandview Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Oral Roberts
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Lana G Nelson, DO is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Nelson is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Nelson has seen patients for Obesity and Abdominal Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Nelson on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    25 patients have reviewed Dr. Nelson. The overall rating for this provider is 3.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Nelson.

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