Dr. Brent D Nelson MD
Family Practitioner
9001 N Country Homes Blvd Spokane WA, 99218About
Dr. Brent Nelson is a family practitioner practicing in Spokane, WA. Dr. Nelson specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Nelson possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1988
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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