Dr. Patricia C Nelson M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2000 TRANS MOUNTAIN RD FL 3B EL PASO TX, 79911About
Dr. Patricia Nelson is an ophthalmologist practicing in EL PASO, TX. Dr. Nelson specializes in eye and vision care including laser and microscopic surgery. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Nelson can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Nelson can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses.
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor Texas Tech UHS - El Paso 2017 - Present
Professional Memberships
- American College of Surgeons
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
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