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Dr. Karl D Neilson MD

Neurosurgeon

1300 E Center St Provo UT, 84606
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Dr. Karl Neilson practices Neurological Surgery in Provo, UT. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Neilson prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.

Education and Training

University of Utah School of Medicine 1967

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Dr. Karl D Neilson MD's Practice location

Practice At 1300 E Center St

1300 E Center St -
Provo, UT 84606
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New patients: 801-226-4600, 801-344-4328
Fax: 801-344-4225

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