Dr. Eric Nelson Jr, MD

Cardiology*•Male•Age 55

Cardiology*

Dr. Eric Nelson Jr, MD is a cardiologist in Canton, GA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School in 2001. He specializes in Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, and more.

Dr. Eric Nelson Jr, MD

Northside Heart - Canton

460 Northside Cherokee Blvd Ste 150 Canton, GA 30115
(404) 845-8200
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Dr. Nelson Jr is affiliated with Northside Hospital Cherokee Canton, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Nelson Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nelson Jr specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals

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Dr. Nelson Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson Jr

4.3
18 ratings, 14 with a written review
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Dr. Nelson
Condescending, dismissive, and unprofessional. It seemed as though he cared a great deal more about letting you know how intelligent he was rather than actually helping the patient in front of him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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May 25, 2023
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He is the first doctor in many years who knew enough to get my hypertension under control . Finally!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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E.King – Mar 05, 2021
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Dr. Nelson was very informative. He helped me to understand my condition and how to manage it. He was patient and very kind.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Nov 17, 2019
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I really feel like he listened to me and really cared. It's hard to find that nowadays. He was right about the diagnosis, and he did not order a lot of unnecessary tests. Wish I could give 10 stars!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cynthia in Woodstock, GA – Aug 15, 2018
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Great doc!!
What went well
  • 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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LS in Suwanee – Aug 10, 2018
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Moved here from the west coast. Was so nervous about meeting a new cardiologist as good as the one I was seeing before. I tried a couple in the area but never really connected with them. I was recommended by a friend to see Dr. Nelson. I really didn't want to but she insisted. I was so glad I did. He was so friendly and easy to talk to. He explained everything very well. My husband was also impressed and is also going to start seeing him, too!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ruth in Jasper, GA – Aug 10, 2018
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I found Dr. Nelson excellent in caring for me and my mother. He took the time and explained all the issues. He was very easy to talk to and so personable. We didn't feel rushed. He presented the various options for the treatment plan so that we felt like we participated in the decision making. Would highly recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Brian in Canton – Aug 09, 2018
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very personable, talks to you like a friend and listens to you
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Dave in Epworth, GA – Jul 19, 2018
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Highly recommend. Dr. Nelson was caring and took time to listen. staff is this office is great. Heather, who was with me during the atreas test was excellent!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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C Welch in Acworth – Jul 08, 2018
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I was assigned to Dr. Nelson because my primary cardiologist in the same practice was not available. After waiting to see him almost an HOUR after my scheduled appointment time, I found him to be pretty arrogant - it was obvious that he was very sure of himself, and not in a good way. During our brief visit, he was not only pretty condescending, but also called into question decisions made by my primary doctor AND my cardiologist - who is in the same practice. Are you kidding me? Never again.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Atlanta, GA – May 19, 2018
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My doctor/cnp Lee Tidman, referred me to him. They got me in ASAP! Staff was so kind! Dr. Nelson was exceptional!! Across the board!! Took so much time with me! And sincerely cared! So glad my Dr. Sent me!! Very impressive! Hope between the two I can get fixed. :) Because I've never felt so sick before. 10 stars!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Ali (Alison) Wright in McCaysville, GA – May 12, 2018
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Does not listen to patients, behavior is unprofessional at times. Too concerned with hiis own problems to take time for patient.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 13, 2018
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Very thorough and intelligent doctor!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Jack Howard in Jasper, ga – May 05, 2017
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I meet Dr. Nelson at his office in Canton. He was very nice and spent a lot of time with me and my family. And most importantly he correctly diagnosed me and I am feeling better since becoming his patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Canton, Ga – Feb 27, 2016
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care philosophy

Medical care should involve shared decisions between physician and patient and not just the physician telling the patient was to do.  I enjoy spending the time talking with the patient because that's how you get to know them and find out what...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Nuclear Cardiology

  • Clinical Cardiology

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  • University Of Massachusetts Chan Medical School

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • University Mass Medical School|university Mass Med School

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004

  • Mount Auburn Hospital|mt Auburn Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • University Of Massachusetts Chan Medical School

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Nelson Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Northside Heart - Canton

    Northside Heart - Canton460 Northside Cherokee Blvd Ste 150 Canton, GA 30115
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northside Hospital Cherokee

      450 Northside Cherokee Blvd
      Canton, GA 30115
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      19% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Northside Hospital Forsyth

      1200 Northside Forsyth Dr
      Cumming, GA 30041
      Recipient of 12
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      12% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Northside Hospital

      1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
      Atlanta, GA 30342
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

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      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

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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