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Dr. Anders Nelson, MD
Pediatrics* Age 65
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Dr. Anders Nelson, MD

Pediatrics* Age 65
Scranton, PA
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience
Dr. Anders Nelson, MD is a Pediatrician in Scranton, PA.
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About Dr. Anders Nelson, MD

Dr. Nelson graduated from Hahnemann University. Dr. Anders Nelson, MD is a Pediatrician in Scranton, PA and has 39 years experience. Dr. Nelson has experience treating conditions like Acute Upper Respiratory Infection, Strep Throat and Pharyngitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Nelson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Nelson also speaks Spanish and Swedish. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Adolescent Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Obesity Counseling
Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Immunization Administration
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Obesity Counseling
Strep Throat
Pharyngitis
Fever
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Circumcision
Tonsillitis
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Diaper Rash
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Constipation
Acute Bronchitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Abdominal Pain
Acne
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Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Reaction
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergies
Amenorrhea
Anaphylactic Food Allergies
Anaphylactic Tree Nut Allergy
Anaphylaxis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Asthma
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Asthma in Children
Ataxia
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Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedwetting
Boil
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Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Sinusitis
Cluster Headache
Cold Sore
Conduct Disorder
Contact Dermatitis
Cough
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Cystic Fibrosis
Dehydration
Diabetes Type 1
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Down Syndrome
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Cosmetics
Excessive Sweating
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fever-Induced Seizure
Folliculitis
Foot Infection
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Headache
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hives
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Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypothyroidism
Impetigo
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Infections
Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Injuries
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Insomnia
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Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Knee Sprain
Lactose Intolerance
Laryngitis
Lice
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Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Lipid Disorders
Lyme Disease
Malaise and Fatigue
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mononucleosis
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Newborn Jaundice
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pediatric Diseases
Pediatric Obesity
Pediatric Overweight
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Rash
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Ringworm
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Scabies
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Scarlet Fever
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinea Versicolor
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Incontinence
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Circumcision, Infant
Immunization
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Infant Care
Nebulizer Treatment
Physical Examination
Sports Physical Examination
Vaccination
Wart Removal
Well Baby Care
Well Child Examination
Wellness Examination

Accepted Insurance Plans

* Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.
  • Dental
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Personal Choice PPO
  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • MultiPlan PPO

Where Dr. Anders Nelson, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Moses Taylor Hospital
    700 Quincy Ave, Scranton, PA 18510
  2. 2 Main Street Pediatrics of Greater Scranton
    749 Northern Blvd Ste A, South Abington Township, PA 18411
    Monday
    08:30 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 11:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 15:00
    Saturday
    08:30 - 11:30
    Sunday
    Closed

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Meet Dr. Anders Nelson, MD

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Swedish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Anatomic Neurologic Pathology
Pediatrics
Specialties*
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FAQs About Dr. Nelson's Practice

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Anders Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Nelson frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Upper Respiratory Infection, Strep Throat and Pharyngitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Anders Nelson, MD is affiliated with Geisinger Community Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Endless Mountains Health Systems, Moses Taylor Hospital and Wayne Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Anders Nelson, MD holds board certification in Adolescent Medicine and Pediatrics.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Hahnemann University
    1987
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Adolescent Medicine and Pediatrics
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • Children's National Medical Center
    1988
Internship

Hospitals Where Dr. Anders Nelson, MD Practices

  • Geisinger Community Medical Center

    1800 Mulberry St, Scranton, PA

  • Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

    1000 E Mountain Dr, Wilkes Barre, PA

  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

  • Endless Mountains Health Systems

    100 Hospital Dr, Montrose, PA

  • Moses Taylor Hospital

    700 Quincy Ave, Scranton, PA

  • Wayne Memorial Hospital

    601 Park St, Honesdale, PA

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