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Dr. Sarah Nelson, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
3.5 (23)
Map Pin Small Tacoma, WA
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23 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Sarah Nelson, MD

Dr. Sarah Nelson, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Tacoma, WA. They specialize in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, has 23 years of experience, and is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. They graduated from THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER and is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Nelson an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Nelson works at Practice in Tacoma, WA with other offices in Olympia, WA. 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
    Tacoma South Medical Center
    9505 S Steele St, Tacoma, WA 98444 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 597-6800
  2. 2
    Olympia Medical Center
    700 Lilly Rd NE, Olympia, WA 98506 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (855) 459-5155
  3. 3
    Tacoma Medical Center
    209 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 596-3300
    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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  • Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital

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    About Dr. Sarah Nelson, MD

    Specialties*
    • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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    Years of Experience
    • 23 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1851510556
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Nelson has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    23 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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