David W Nelson, MD
13 Patient Reviews

David W Nelson, MD

Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon - General

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  • Board Certified

Biography

AwardsTop Doctors (2023, 2024)''' Seattle MagazineTop Doctors (2023)''' Seattle Met

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Already recommended. Dr. Nelson saved my life and has excellent bedside manner too.…

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Summary

Provider Training

UniversityDegreeFocusGraduated
University of Colorado School of Medicine (Medical Education)Other DegreeOther1987

InstitutionFocusYear
Fellowship - University of Utah School of MedicineCardiothoracic Surgery1995
Internship - University of California, Davis Medical CenterSurgery, General1988
Residency - University of California, Davis Medical CenterSurgery, General1993

CertificationCert. BodyYear
Thoracic and Cardiac SurgeryThoracic SurgeryNot Specified

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Languages Spoken
English
Medical Specialties
  • Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon

Years In Practice: 32 (started in 1994)

Accepts New Patients: Yes

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Average Rating: 5
Number of Reviews: 13
Most Recent Review: 07/02/2026
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Already recommended. Dr. Nelson ...

Already recommended. Dr. Nelson saved my life and has excellent bedside manner too.

Anonymous 07/02/2026
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Dr Nelson really took the time t...

Dr Nelson really took the time to explain everything and the reasons for each procedure

Anonymous 12/19/2025
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Dr. Nelson is the best. He invi...

Dr. Nelson is the best. He invited me into his office to review imaging and really delved into the details. Thank you!

Anonymous 10/31/2025
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Dr. Nelson is one of the most pr...

Dr. Nelson is one of the most professional, efficient and CARING doctors I have ever met.

Anonymous 08/25/2025
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All the doctors that I have seen...

All the doctors that I have seen at Overlake have been excellent, I have told others about Overlake Cardiology.

Anonymous 02/20/2025
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Dr. Nelson is the most exception...

Dr. Nelson is the most exceptional doctor I have ever had. His recall of my situation down to every detail is comforting and appreciated.

Anonymous 02/18/2026
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Dr. Avlis was very helpful....

Dr. Avlis was very helpful.

Anonymous 12/18/2025
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He explained very carefully and ...

He explained very carefully and thoroughly why the possibility of treatment provided by him would not help get any information regarding my situation. We were impressed with his thoroughness and care.

Anonymous 10/30/2025
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Dr David Nelson is one of the be...

Dr David Nelson is one of the best I've ever met. I am requesting that he be present during my surgery.

Anonymous 04/14/2025
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Dr. Nelson and his steam were ex...

Dr. Nelson and his steam were exceptional in the level of care they provided.

Anonymous 02/05/2025
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