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Dr. Andrew Caperton Nelson M.D., Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Andrew Caperton Nelson M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(28)
9103 Jefferson Hwy Baton Rouge LA, 70809
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Andrew Nelson is a gastroenterologist practicing in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Nelson specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Nelson performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx 1992

University Of Texas Medical School at Houston 1992

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 26 years of experience

Treatments

  • Anemia
  • Acid Reflux
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Colon Polyps
  • Gastritis
  • Pain
  • Gas

Fellowships

  • Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas  

Dr. Andrew Caperton Nelson M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 9103 Jefferson Hwy

9103 Jefferson Hwy -
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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New patients: 225-927-1190
Fax: 225-706-0160, 225-231-8819

Dr. Andrew Caperton Nelson M.D.'s reviews

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Patient Experience with Dr. Nelson


4.0

Based on 28 reviews

Dr. Andrew Caperton Nelson M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 28 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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OUR LADY OF THE LAKE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERl

5000 HENNESSY BLVD BATON ROUGE LA 70808

Head south on Essen Lane 1.1 mi
Turn right onto Dijon Drive 1035 ft
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THE SPINE HOSPITAL OF LOUISIANAl

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Head south on Essen Lane 4759 ft
Take the ramp on the left 1358 ft
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Turn right onto Bluebonnet Boulevard (LA 1248) 1.2 mi
Turn left onto Perkins Rowe Avenue 755 ft
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SURGICAL SPECIALTY CENTER OF BATON ROUGEl

8080 BLUEBONNET BLVD BATON ROUGE LA 70810

Head south on Essen Lane 1.9 mi
Turn left onto Perkins Road (LA 427) 1.3 mi
Turn right onto Bluebonnet Boulevard (LA 1248) 1128 ft
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