
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- Spanish
- English
- Portuguese
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Jon Nelson and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
My entire office strives to be respectful and responsive and to deliver highly personalized care.
Specializing In
Benign and malignant disorders of the thyroid, parathyroids, adrenal glands, and GI neuroendocrine tumors, minimally invasive general surgery, surgical education
Interests & Activities
I enjoy spending time with friends and family.
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
Preferred Phone Number
602-521-5969
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Michigan Hospitals GME-UNVERIFIABLE, Endocrine Surgery, 2020
- Residency: Banner-University Medicine General Surgery Center, General Surgery, 2019
- Medical School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine-Midwestern University, 2014
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2025
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Locations
- Banner - University Medicine General Surgery Clinic
- 1441 North 12th Street, Floor 2, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Testimonials
4.9 out of 5.0
513 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
I find Dr. Nelson and his staff to be personable and highly capable health care providers who are focused on the needs, questions, and concerns of their patients. I feel that I am in the best of hands with Dr. Nelson.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Dr. Nelson has been such a find for my condition and I felt very comfortable and taken care of right from the beginning. The staff has been great to help out in any way possible. A wonderful experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr. Nelson was very professional and explained things very clearly and understandable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
Great bedside manner. Very informative!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Very easy to talk to. Very thorough explanations of the procedures. Checked to see if I had any further questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
Dr. Nelson listens to his patient and is very alert. He talks to me with compassion and he makes sure I'm taken care of.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Informed with all the details of my diagnosis prior. Ready to cover any questions and concerns. The entire process of procedures were outlined thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Knowledgeable, caring, compassionate, understanding and realistic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
He explained my test findings, the available steps, and what would be recommend. Then he explained the procedure, risk and possible outcome from improved blood sugar levels, blood pressure levels and maybe even some weight.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2025
Great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
Friendly and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
He explain everything to me I'm very pleased with him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
Seeing Dr. Nelson for the first time gave me peace of mind. He's so kind, respectful, and really took the time to listen. I felt safe and understood, which meant a lot. Grateful to be in his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Dr Nelson took the time to listen, and go over any questions and concerns that were brought up. It was nice to not feel rushed in the appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Attention
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
He is simply amazing, he listens, comes up with a solution and flows through. Amazing absolutely love him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Very friendly and explained what to expect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Very caring attitude. Really listened and explained different scenarios and ways to approach my diagnosis
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Did a good exam and was caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2025
Porque es un médico extraordinario muy atento amable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Great Service took time to talk to me and answered my questions and informed be about information I did not know about. He even called me the next day to follow up on test work I had done and gave me advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
He showed extreme caring and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Dr. Nelson was very professional pre-surgery telling me what to expect. And post surgery went over all my questions I had post hernia surgery about what to expect via recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
He is excellent at what he does. He explains options_ condition and doesn't rush.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2025
Personable, professional, knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
Exceptional caring and attentiveness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2025
Dr. Nelson is an amazing and excellent professional. He is knowledgeable, caring, efficient, easy to speak with, listens, and explains with understanding. Everything has been excellent! I am thoroughly grateful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2025
Very pleasant. Listened. Very thorough. He did not rush the appointment at all.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2025
He cared and listened.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2025
Courteous, good listener, excellent explanations, attentive to details, seems to be an excellent teacher to the resident present during our interactions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2025
Dr. Nelson is thorough and easy to talk to. He listens and also explains treatments, results, etc very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2025
Did a great job explaining everything about my condition and surgery. Friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2025
Excelente professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2025
She did a good job with everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2025
Very thorough care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
Dr Jon Nelson have patience to listen his patients and explain with detailes patients conditions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2024
Very thorough and addressed my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2024
He was great and pleasant. He explained everything That would happening clearly. He also made sure I understood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2024
He was informative and scheduled surgery at the next available date.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
Very professional and efficient!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2024
Good Doctor!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
Dr Nelson was very informative, provided the information in terms that a novice could understand, took the time to explain the diagnosis and what was to follow in detail.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
Super friendly, very approachable, answered all my questions and concerns, funny and his assistants were extremely nice and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
Explain things very well good bedside manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2024
He is professional, thorough, and explained everything in people terms. He also gave me an idea of what could be causing a different issue that has not been addressed and I will look into it with my other physician. I appreciate his knowledge and willingness to care for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2024
Doctor Nelson was not only knowledgeable but also took the time to address all my questions and concerns. I left the clinic feeling confident in the care I received
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2024
He is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2024
He thoroughly went thru how my procedure will be performed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
He is professional and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
Dr Nelson is very personable and pretty no nonsense guy. He gives you the facts and lets you make the decision without influencing it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Dr Nelson seemed interested in me and my concerns. He went over the anticipated procedure and gave me paperwork to go through on my own.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
He is a great surgeon, very skilled, knowledgeable, and respectful to his patients. I am honored to have him as my doctor/surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2024
Great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
He was professional and kindly explained things very clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Excellent surgeon who genuinely cares about your medical condition. He explains things very well and is very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2024
He is confident professional and explains everything. His bedside manner is the best. I would not have wanted any other surgeon. I had complete confidence in his ability.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2024
Excellent bedside manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
He came to me highly regarded, and now I know why. He and his team very professional, efficient and take the necessary time to address questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Dr. Nelson was professional and treated us as individuals, not a number. He listened to us when we had questions about care and other issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
He came across as friendly, interested in my questions and concerns, approachable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2024
Before my surgery Dr. Nelson explained the whole process and made me feel at ease, I was nervous to say the least. He and his surgery team was very supportive and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2024
Dr Nelson was so excellent and everything he did
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2024
He was extremely friendly and helpful. He totally explained my condition and options. And most important, he had a sense of humor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Excellent doctor made sure everything is okay. Operation went well and smooth. Very approachable doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Very professional doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Good bedside manner, he is very patient and listens to your concerns and is very clear with his responses and very knowledgeable. One of the best doctors I have seen here in AZ.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2024
Dr Nelson explained everything completely. He took the time to answer my questions and didn't rush.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2024
Dr. Nelson was very courteous and cordial.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
Muy amables
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2024
Very informative, respectful. A provider who is not a YES man actually cared. Offered other options
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Dr. Nelson and his associates took the time and explained my upcoming procedure to me and my wife, covering all aspects. Made us feel very confident.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2024
He is very good as a doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2024
My other doctor recommended him very highly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
Very knowledgeable with detailed responses, humorous , answered ALL of my concerns, thorough,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
Dr Nelson was very communicative before and after surgery which was comforting and helpful. He was able to recommend 2 styles of surgery to fix my hernia. One being open cut that is the old school way and then the robotic style. I chose the robotic style as this took less time for surgery, less painful and less healing time. I was very thankful for this!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
He was very kind and informative. He took the time to explain everything about my upcoming surgery. He also took the time to explain another health issue I have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
My surgery was very successful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/22/2024
Dr. Nelson provided excellent and complete instructions for my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
He is a very good doctor, I admire him very much, he makes you feel like my home!! Kind, he knows how to do his job!! Thank you Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Very professional and excellent doctor. Approachable as well you can ask questions about the procedure he explained it really well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
His expertise in the subject and skills as a surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
Dr. Nelson was very informative about my diagnosis and treatment plan. He gave me the time and space and facts to make a decision that we both felt comfortable with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
He immediately got to the point of my visit and outlined the available options for treatment, pros and cons of the surgery, recovery expectations and related concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Explains everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/26/2024
He was great at diagnosing and addressing my concerns and questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2024
Very knowledgeable and competence
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2024
Dr. Nelson is thorough, professional, and personable. He explains everything in a way I understand and I had a smooth operation and recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2024
In addition to being a great surgeon, he's easy to relate to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2024
Dr Nelson es lo más bueno!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2024
He was professional and polite asked and really put attention to my answers and questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2024
Knowledgeable, explained steps that would be taken well, have confidence in him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2024
Very informative and comprehensive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2024
Dr Nelson was very kind, helpful and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2024
He explains the process throughly and great! He shows that he cares and assures you that he is confident of his work which makes you feel safe and comfortable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2024
He really has a great bedside manner. He explains everything in a way that you understand and makes you feel very comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2024
I totally appreciate Dr. Nelson's approach in discussing my condition. He was very kind, patient and explained things to me in a way I could understand and relate to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2024
Extremely professional, takes the time to explain everything, is attentive, and made me feel comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2024
He is an excellent surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2024
Very professional and kind.
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Banner - University Medicine General Surgery Clinic
1441 North 12th Street, Floor 2, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Banner - University Medicine General Surgery Clinic
1441 North 12th Street, Floor 2, Phoenix, AZ 85006

