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Dr. Welby Nielsen, DO

Dr. Welby Nielsen, DO

Psychiatry*

Dr. Welby Nielsen, DO is a psychiatrist in San Luis Obispo, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Oroville Hospital and Sutter Medical Center-Ose Adams Medical Pavilion. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 233 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (233 reviews)

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Locations

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Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - San Luis Obispo1039 Murray Ave Ste 220 San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
1
Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - Chico2105 Forest Ave Ste 110 Chico, CA 95928
2

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Nielsen specializes in the areas of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry & Psychiatry. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalSurgical Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Nielsen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nielsen

4.9

233 ratings, 2 with a written review
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Atascadero, CA – Jul 15, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
16 people found this helpful
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Lori L in Chico, CA – Aug 04, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Welby Nielsen focuses on wellness and improved quality of life for each patient. Dr. Nielsen promotes the benefits of exercise, nutrition, and sleep in combination with medication management. He enjoys hiking, gardening, and spending time near the ocean.  
  • Psychiatry

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  • Western University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Psychiatry
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sutter Medical Center-Ose Adams Medical Pavilion

    2825 Capitol Ave
    Sacramento, CA 95816
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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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 said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Oroville Hospital

    2767 Olive Hwy
    Oroville, CA 95966
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    65%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    11% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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