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Dr. Brook Nelson, MD

General Surgery* Age 45
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Dr. Brook Nelson, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Kansas City, MO.
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Dr. Brook Nelson, MD

General Surgery* Age 45
Kansas City, MO
Accepting new patients
Dr. Brook Nelson, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Kansas City, MO.

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Dr. Brook Nelson, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Kansas City, MO. They currently practice at University Health Truman Medical Center and are affiliated with University Health Truman Medical Center and University Health Lakewood Medical Center. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Nelson is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Hidradenitis
Abdominal Pain
Gallstones
Hidradenitis
Abdominal Pain
Gallstones
Hidradenitis
Abdominal Pain
Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gastroparesis
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Abdominal Disorders
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Brain Injury
Breast Cancer
Breast Diseases
Breast Lump
Cancer
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Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Fracture
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Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gynecologic Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Pulmonary Disease
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Skin Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Diseases
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Tonsillitis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Disease
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Surgery
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Appendectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Breast Surgical Procedure
Colectomy
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colon Surgery
Colonoscopy
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Head and Neck Surgery
Heart Surgery
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Parathyroidectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Robotic Assisted Procedure
Skin Grafts
Sphincterotomy
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Surgery
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Varicose Vein Procedure
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Tricare
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    Preferred PPO
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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 University Health Truman Medical Center
    2301 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO 64108
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (816) 404-5027
  2. 2 University Health Lakewood Medical Center
    7900 Lees Summit Rd, Kansas City, MO 64139
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (816) 404-7000

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Patient Reviews
Feb 15, 2023
Dr Nelson is so caring and takes such great care of her patients She really listened to me about my problem. she made sure that I knew what my plan would be and I am so so happy with her. Her skills are outstanding. I highly recommend her!!!
Melody Griffin — Feb 15, 2023
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Brook Nelson, MD is a general surgery specialist in Kansas City, MO. She specializes in General Surgery.
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Missouri-Kansas City
    2008
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Of Missouri-Kansas City|University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Affiliated Hospitals
    2012
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brook Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Brook Nelson, MD is affiliated with University Health Truman Medical Center and University Health Lakewood Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Brook Nelson, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • University Health Truman Medical Center

    2301 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO

  • University Health Lakewood Medical Center

    7900 Lees Summit Rd, Kansas City, MO