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Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 57
Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD
4.0 (65 Ratings)

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Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Bradenton, FL.
Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD
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Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 57
Bradenton, FL
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Bradenton, FL.

About

Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Bradenton, FL and has 32 years experience. They graduated from University Of New South Wales, Faculty Of Medicine in 1992 and completed a residency at Lincoln Medical Center.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with HCA Florida Blake Hospital. Dr. Leiva has experience treating conditions like Acute Lower Respiratory Infection among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Leiva received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 65 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Leiva also speaks Spanish. Dr. Leiva is board certified in Geriatric Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Wellness Examination
Diarrhea
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Wellness Examination
Diarrhea
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Administrative Physical
Joint Pain
Shortness of Breath
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anosmia
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Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Diseases
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Confusion
Constipation
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fibromyalgia
Food Poisoning
Foot Infection
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Lactose Intolerance
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Geriatric Assessment
Immunization Administration
Obesity Counseling
Pap Smear
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Sports Medicine Related Procedures
Vaccination

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Open Access
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan PPO
    PHCS Network PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • WellCare PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Optimum Point of Care
    3904 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Leiva
4.0
Based on 65 Reviews
5 Stars (44)
4 Stars (5)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (11)

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Patient Reviews
Dec 09, 2023
I really like Dr Nilsa and her team. They make you.feel like you matter. Rare quality in medicine these days. It took three tries elsewhere before I ended up here after moving from Denver last year. Highly recommend this clinic
Cindy Dennis — Dec 09, 2023
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • At Healthcare America Medical Group we provide the highest quality medical service for the Entire Family. We meet your health needs with a variety of primary care physicians and specialists in a 65,000 sq ft facility that includes the latest imaging and diagnostic equipment, clinical laboratory, physical therapy, and a pharmacy.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD is a geriatric medicine specialist in Bradenton, FL and has over 31 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University Of New South Wales, Faculty Of Medicine in 1992. She specializes in Geriatric Medicine.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Geriatric Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University Of New South Wales, Faculty Of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Geriatric Medicine and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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
  • Lincoln Medical Center
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Jackson Hospital
    2002
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Leiva communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Leiva offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Leiva offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Leiva have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Leiva offer weekend visits?
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Does Dr. Leiva offer evening visits?
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Does Dr. Leiva specialize in working with children or adolescents?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Leiva frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Lower Respiratory Infection. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Blake Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD holds board certification in Geriatric Medicine and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Florida Blake Hospital

    2020 59th St W, Bradenton, FL