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Dr. George Nelson, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 40
Dr. George Nelson, MD
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Dr. George Nelson, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Dothan, AL.
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Dr. George Nelson, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 40
Dothan, AL
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13 years of experience
Dr. George Nelson, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Dothan, AL.

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Dr. George Nelson, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Dothan, AL and has 13 years experience. They graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Flowers Hospital, Medical Center Enterprise and Southeast Health Medical Center. Dr. Nelson has experience treating conditions like Constipation, Diarrhea and Duodenal Ulcer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Constipation
Diarrhea
Duodenal Ulcer
Constipation
Diarrhea
Duodenal Ulcer
Constipation
Diarrhea
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Duodenal Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Esophageal Varices
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Intestinal Ulcer
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Gastritis
Alcoholic Hepatitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Atherosclerosis
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bile Duct Obstruction
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bowel Strangulation
Bronchiectasis
Bronchospasm
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Confusion
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Duodenal Cancer
Dyslipidemia
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Gait Abnormality
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Heartburn
Hernia
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Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Abscess
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Weakness
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pernicious Anemia
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pneumonia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Potassium Deficiency
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Spleen Cyst
Splenomegaly
Stomal Ulcer
Thyroid Goiter
Tobacco Use Disorder
Tremor
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Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract

Insurance Accepted

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  • Dental Blue 100/200/300
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  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
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Locations

  1. 1 Digestive Health Specialist of the Southeast
    480 HONEYSUCKLE RD, Dothan, AL 36305
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (334) 836-1212
  2. 2 Office
    614 N Main St Ste A, Enterprise, AL 36330
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (334) 836-1212
  3. 3 Office
    265 Medical Park Blvd, Dothan, AL 36301
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (334) 836-1212
  4. 4 Dept of Veteran Affairs
    700 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 933-8101

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4.7
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4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (1)

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Apr 24, 2024
Very quick and efficient. No wait time and I was in and out. Everyone from the front desk to the nurse to the doctor are very nice and caring. I highly recommend this office to anyone.
— Apr 24, 2024
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    2011
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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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. George Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Nelson frequently treats the following conditions: Constipation, Diarrhea and Duodenal Ulcer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. George Nelson, MD is affiliated with Flowers Hospital, Medical Center Enterprise and Southeast Health Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. George Nelson, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Flowers Hospital

    4370 W Main St, Dothan, AL

  • Medical Center Enterprise

    400 N Edwards St, Enterprise, AL

  • Southeast Health Medical Center

    1108 Ross Clark Cir, Dothan, AL