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Frederick Nelson, M.D.
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Dr. Frederick Nelson's Bio and Credentials
Dr. Frederick Nelson, MD, is a distinguished Comprehensive Ophthalmologist recognized for his expertise in Refractive procedures such as LASIK and PRK, as well as Cataract Surgery. As the current Medical Director of Ophthalmology at Nellis Air Force Base and an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the esteemed Uniformed Services University – known as “America’s Medical School”– Dr. Nelson brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge and skill to his practice.
With a medical school training in the Washington, DC area and Ophthalmology Residency completed in San Antonio, TX, Dr. Nelson embodies a commitment to excellence in eye care. His fervor for eye surgery is matched only by his dedication to his patients’ well-being, ensuring each individual enjoys an exceptional experience under his care.
Having personally undergone LASIK, Dr. Nelson understands the significance of a smooth and enjoyable refractive surgery journey. He focuses on delivering this same level of seamless experience to every patient he treats, relishing the joy of witnessing patients regain clear vision after LASIK – a gratifying aspect of his role.
Dr. Nelson's Education
- Brigham Young University, BS in Public Health
- Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, Maryland, MD
- San Antonio Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences, Internship and Residency
Additional Certifications, Affiliations, & Memberships
- Uniformed Services University – Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology
- Co-founder and Director of Campaigns, PreserVisionaries (non-profit)
- Medical Director of Ophthalmology – Nellis Air Force Base
- Active Duty, United States Air Force
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- President, Gold Humanism Honors Society (2017-2018)
LASIK Eye Surgery in Portland, Oregon
7421 SW Bridgeport Rd,Suite 200
Portland, Oregon
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LASIK Eye Surgery in Salt Lake City, Utah
5241 South State Street, Suite 1A
Salt Lake City, Utah
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LasikPlus Reviews on Google
Very helpful and friendly I no longer need to use my glasses or contacts
Easy and quick. The staff here explained and walked me through the whole process and made it that much better of a decision to go along with!
LASIK plus has been the best decision iv made when it comes to the care of my eyes. I was nervous and pushed off, I have worn glasses for 20 plus years. Had I known how easy and friendly the staff was I would have done sooner! I highly recommend anyone who has vision issues
Dear dr Nelson thank you for this amazing experience with LASIK plus I’m David Mendez 25 years old who had bad vision for 25 years I have a VP shunt in my head and I was really scared I know it was frustrating cause I have a lazy eye that didn’t wanna open more but after surgery I see 20/30 and expected to improve recovery has been easy painless now my eye opens more too I thank you and God because the imposible became possible and now I don’t need glasses my head has responded great and best of all I get my life that I so dearly desired back All restrictions have been lifted and I can resume my life LASIK has made my life so much easier if I knew sooner I would have done it sooner best money well spent ,once again thank you Dr Nelson and if your doing lasik for the first time go find dr Nelson he’s got u covered
Great help and kind staff. I was in for consultation and out with corrected eyes in less than 2 hours. Amazing results.
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