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Valerie M. Nelson, MD

4.8

1596 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 2008
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2011
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2014

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Hematology (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.8

4.8

1596 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and addresses my questions and concerns.

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April 26, 2024

5.0

Dr Nelson is knowledgeable and helpful when have concerns.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Very calm and I need that for a Dr. not an alarmist.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Informative and thoughtful Inspires confidence

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April 18, 2024

5.0

She is the best. Knowledgeable and friendly

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April 18, 2024

5.0

I really like how honest and â€œrealâ€ Dr. Nelson is. She says it like it is and helps come to a solution.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

She is simply the best!! Brilliant at what she doesâ€¦alone with being kind, caring and compassionate.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

reviews chart before coming in.knows my health isdues

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April 15, 2024

5.0

When you meet Dr Nelson your really feel How connected she is to you.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

Dr Nelson is caring and follows up on results and messages.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable with excellent clinical judgment.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

She is good at her job. She listens to the patient.

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April 07, 2024

5.0

Efficiency

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April 07, 2024

5.0

Very professional and friendly person

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April 06, 2024

5.0

Always professional and courteous

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Dr Nelson takes her time to exam me and answers all my questions so I can understand things.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

From the beginning she was dedicated to helping me and showed care and compassion beyond expectancy.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Personable Sincere

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April 02, 2024

5.0

I'm pleased with the care I receive.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

very professional

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Proactive, attentive, professional.

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March 24, 2024

5.0

Very nice and personable

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March 23, 2024

5.0

Very educated and professional .

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Quick in and out for Dr but she is very friendly and personable and makes sure everything is good.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Smart doctor

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Answered my question. Concerned about me.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Responsive and professional.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Listened very patiently to all my concerns and explained the reason for her suggestions and what l should be doing next.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Wonderful care

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Highly regarded, caring physician.

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March 16, 2024

5.0

Always professional and courteous

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Nelson has taken great care of me for years. She is always up to date on my latest status, and works collaboratively with me on achieving the best possible outcomes. Besides that, she is simply a great person!

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Nelson is tremendously knowledgeable and has new ideas to share with her patients.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

She is knowledgeable and very informative. She is also flexible and includes me in decisions.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

She's share detailed information in a way that can be understood. She makes me feel comfortable asking questions. She always has a smile on her face and doesn't make me feel rushed.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, good listener, direct, caring.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Nelson is on top of my surveillance schedule and gets to know my experience in order to provide the best care.

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March 10, 2024

5.0

She is very thorough and knowledgeable.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Friendly knowledgeable attention and no pressure or pursuit of future business etc.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Competent. Manages care well. Personable. Accomodating.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Very efficient and kind

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March 04, 2024

5.0

She is very approachable and gives a thorough explanation of the treatment plan.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Shares clearly the whys behind recommendations for my treatment and I really appreciate this. Takes my questions and concerns seriously and addresses them clearly and with compassion. No judgement.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Sheâ€™s a rock star. Love her attitude & appreciate her knowledge

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February 25, 2024

5.0

She always takes the time you need to answer questions and doesnâ€™t give you the feeling that she is rushed.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Dr.Nelson is very knowledgeable and always is concerned about the well being of her patients

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February 22, 2024

5.0

She is professional, informative and made it clear she cares about her patients.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

She means the world to me. The Best!

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Straight forward, knowledgeable and non-nonsense.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Nelson is very helpful and knows what is best for me.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Again, I haven't started treatment yet but Dr. Nelson has made me feel as comfortable as possible right now. She has given me hope that I didn't have before meeting with her.

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February 03, 2024

5.0

Always professional and courteous

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February 01, 2024

5.0

She listens to my questions and takes the time to answer and explain.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Nelson is easy to talk to, knowledgeable, and shares new insights and information for her patients.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Professional. Kind and caring

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Seen in a timely manner and available to answer any questions or concerns

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January 25, 2024

5.0

She made me feel at ease. I did not feel rushed. Great personality.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Nelson has always been there for me to answer any questions I might have. She is a very important part in my cancer treatments and after.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

very professional, attentive and caring

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January 25, 2024

5.0

She is dynamic, patient friendly and professional

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Dr Nelson really cares about her patients. She listens and provides support, which is important when you are a cancer patient.

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January 21, 2024

5.0

She has been responsive and kind.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

She is knowledgeable, kind, caring, and makes you feel confident in decisions made.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Professional

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January 16, 2024

5.0

The most kind, caring and knowledgeable doctor. She is a major reason why the Cancer Center is a 10+; I wouldnâ€™t go anywhere else. Iâ€™m very grateful that I am her patient.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

She seems to know all the answers.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

10 score

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Iâ€™m alive in part due to her and her team

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January 09, 2024

5.0

She gets straight to the point, and tells me what I need to know

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January 09, 2024

5.0

She wonderful. Makes sure to run the tests she feels necessary. She listens and makes me comfortable.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Always professional and courteous

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January 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Nelson is the best! The way she talks to you gives you positive energy and confidence about the treatment and the results.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

She gave me new information needed for better care. I learned a lot from her.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Nelson truly takes the time to explain and evaluate my current status with kindness and compassion.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

very professional

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Education, training, credentials

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January 01, 2024

5.0

I trust her and she explains everything so well.

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December 31, 2023

5.0

She explains everything carefully and is very patient with my questions.

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December 27, 2023

5.0

She gets straight down to business but is pled at. He was in and out in less than 5 min

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Professional, informative, interactive

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December 25, 2023

5.0

She is quick but thorough

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Nelson is kind, thorough and just the best

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Cares about her patients

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Answered all my concerns

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Smart doctor

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Always professional and courteous.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Nelson is the Pope of Oncologists

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December 14, 2023

5.0

This was my first visit, and Dr. Nelson was very knowledgeable and personable. Iâ€™ve already made my 2024 appointment with her.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Great Dr!!!!

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Dr. Nelson takes time to answer questions about care.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Always kind and professional

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December 11, 2023

5.0

She spent the time to explain what was going on and how the treatment would need to be changed.

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December 08, 2023

5.0

Dr Nelson is very knowledgeable. She takes the time to explain everything and is easy to talk to.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Competency

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable on options available and what would work best for my situation. Open to questions and responds clearly. Team very helpful in scheduling appointments.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

I feel very good with her advice and knowledge.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

A bright and caring individual

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring.

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December 03, 2023

5.0

I trust her

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Disclosures

Valerie M. Nelson, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

External Professional Relationships

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