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Dr. Melissa Nelson, MD

Mental Health Age 53
Dr. Melissa Nelson, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)

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Dr. Melissa Nelson, MD

Mental Health Age 53
Richmond, VA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Melissa Nelson, MD is a Mental Health Professional in Richmond, VA.

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Dr. Melissa Nelson, MD is a Mental Health Professional in Richmond, VA. They studied at Virginia Tech. They currently practice at Summit EH and are affiliated with Retreat Doctors' Hospital, Parham Doctors' Hospital and Henrico Doctors' Hospital. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Summit EH
    8921 Three Chopt Rd Ste 300, Richmond, VA 23229

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Jan 23, 2021
Some people are fortunate to be doing exactly what they were born to do- Dr. Nelson is a great example of this. I have two boys, and she takes great care of both of them. Couldn’t be happier with her care of them and how thoughtfully she explains things to my wife and me. Her practice has been easy to interact with and as accommodating as I could hope for.
Brad — Jan 23, 2021
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • As a board certified pediatrician with over 20 years of experience, Dr. Melissa Nelson is dedicated to providing a comprehensive approach to children, teens and young adults facing behavioral and mental health challenges. Her expertise includes treating anxiety, depression, and attention deficit disorders, managing behavioral problems, providing parenting skills, and evaluating and diagnosing autism spectrum disorders.



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  • Dr. Melissa Nelson, MD is a mental health professional in Richmond, VA. She specializes in Mental Health and Pediatrics.
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Specialties
Mental Health
Pediatrics
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatrics
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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.

Internship

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  • Cornell Medial Center / New York Presbyterian Hospital
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Residency

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  • NY Presby Hosp
    2001
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melissa Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Melissa Nelson, MD is affiliated with Retreat Doctors' Hospital, Parham Doctors' Hospital and Henrico Doctors' Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Melissa Nelson, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Retreat Doctors' Hospital

    2621 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA

  • Parham Doctors' Hospital

    7700 E Parham Rd, Richmond, VA

  • Henrico Doctors' Hospital

    1602 Skipwith Rd, Richmond, VA