Dr. James B Nelson MD, Gastroenterologist
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Dr. James B Nelson MD

Internist

4/5(1)
1973 Sloan Place St Paul MN, 55117
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About

Dr. James Nelson is a gastroenterologist practicing in Saint Paul, MN. Dr. Nelson specializes in the medical treatment of digestive disorders in adults. Gastroenterologists manage disorders of the esophagus., stomacb, small intestine, colon along with diseases of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Dr. Nelson provides comprehensive endoscopic care including upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, and ERCP/sphincter of Oddi manometry, and manages treatment with surgeons as well.

Education and Training

Medical College of Wisconsin MD 1983

Medical College of Wisconsin 1983

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine

Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)

Provider Details

Male English

Areas of expertise and specialization

Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, sphincter of Oddi manometry, pancreatic/biliary diseases

Awards

  • Top Doctor 2017  

Professional Memberships

  • American Gastroenterological Association  
  • American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy  

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • Crohn's and colitis foundation (CCFA), Juvenile diabetes research foundation (JDRF)

Dr. James B Nelson MD's Practice location

1973 Sloan Place -
St Paul, MN 55117
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New patients: 612-871-1145
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2550 UNIVERSITY AVE W -
SAINT PAUL, MN 55114
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New patients: 612-871-1145
Fax: 612-870-5491, 651-641-0556

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