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Dr. Aaron Nelson, MD

Dr. Aaron Nelson, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Aaron Nelson, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Boston, MA. Dr. Nelson has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders, Osteoporosis & Screening, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Brigham and Women's Hospital and Sentara Albemarle Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

450 Brookline Ave Boston, MA 02215
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(617) 632-4523

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Hospital Boston, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nelson specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Nelson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson

4.3
7 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
71%
71%
4 star
14%
14%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
14%
14%

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What a WONDERFUL Doctor
Dr. Nelson is absolutely phenomenal! He LISTENS to everything you say! He’s patient and very empathetic. He researches your case and comes up with a plan for your treatment. I have many issues and he was able to navigate through them and find a solution. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND! even referred my mother to him.!!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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A. Jones – Mar 07, 2025
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Listens to concerns
Excellent!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 28, 2024
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Dr. Nelson is a wonderful, thoughtful Doctor and the first one who listened to everything I had to say. He answered so many crazy questions of mine with such patience, he was sincerely interested in all my concerns. I was not rushed, and I got to get all my worries and concerns of my chest and legitimate helpful answers in return. He is also the first Doctor to give me prescriptions that actually help! I have never been happier with a Doctor!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Inna Gleyzer – Dec 05, 2021
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very caring
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Apr 26, 2021
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I was sent to see Dr. Nelson by my doctor in NYC, where I live. I was VERY disappointed. He barely said anything to me tho I was there for testing for 2 days. Then it took him 3 weeks to return my calls so he could explain what he found. He was vague and not helpful. It took months for me to get my med. records sent to me, but when they arrived I was furious at him: there were a number of very important findings he never mentioned to me; and worse, tho he was supposed to send a report to my referring doctor. This is not acceptable. In essence he delayed my care for months b/c of something: lack of interest? laziness? I would not recommend him at all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 06, 2019
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A very knowledgeable and caring doctor. I feel very confident in him and his abilities.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Thomas Harmon – Oct 05, 2019
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Dr Nelson is very knowledgeable and professional. He is very personable and listens to patients concerns. I trust him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 27, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Aaron Nelson, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Boston, MA. Dr. Nelson has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders, Osteoporosis & Screening, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • Internal Medicine

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  • West Virginia State College

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute450 Brookline Ave Boston, MA 02215
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Brigham and Women's Hospital221 Longwood Ave Boston, MA 02115
2

Practice

Brigham and Women's Hospital75 Francis St Boston, MA 02115
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

EVMS Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders855 W Brambleton Ave Norfolk, VA 23510
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St
    Boston, MA 02115
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Critical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

    600 Gresham Dr
    Norfolk, VA 23507
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sentara Albemarle Medical Center

    1144 N Road St
    Elizabeth City, NC 27909

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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