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Dr. James Neilson, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 65
Dr. James Neilson, MD
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Dr. James Neilson, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Ocala, FL.
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Dr. James Neilson, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 65
Ocala, FL
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience
Dr. James Neilson, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Ocala, FL.
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Dr. James Neilson, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Ocala, FL and has 38 years experience. They graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1986 and completed a residency at University Tex HSC.They currently practice at AdventHealth Medical Group Heart Care & Surgical Specialists at Deerwood and are affiliated with Adventhealth Ocala. At present, Dr. Neilson received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Neilson is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 AdventHealth Medical Group Heart Care & Surgical Specialists at Deerwood
    1720 SE 16th Ave Ste 303, Ocala, FL 34471
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Experience and Background Check

Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aortic Valve Disease
Atrial Fibrillation
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Aortic Valve Surgery
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Abdominal Pain
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Diseases
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Aortopulmonary Septal Defect
Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Breast Cancer
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Endocarditis
Gallstones
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Lung Abscess
Lung Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Partial Lung Collapse
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Septal Defect
Subacute Endocarditis
Systolic Heart Failure
Thyroid Nodule
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Atherectomy
Atrial Tissue Ablation
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Excision
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Fecal Impaction Removal
Gastrotomy
Heart Defect Repair
Impella Device
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Mitral Valve Prosthetic Implantation
Mitral Valve Replacement
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Tracheal Surgery
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

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Insurance Accepted

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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. James Neilson, MD is a cardiothoracic surgery specialist in Ocala, FL and has over 37 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1986. He specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Tex HSC
    1991
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Tex HSC
    1994
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Neilson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Neilson's profile.

Dr. James Neilson, MD is affiliated with Adventhealth Ocala.

Yes, Dr. James Neilson, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Dr. Neilson has over 38 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Adventhealth Ocala

    1500 SW 1st Ave, Ocala, FL

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