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Jon Nelson

Jon Nelson, DO

4.9513 ratings

Trauma SurgeryEndocrine SurgeryGeneral Surgery

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English
  • Portuguese

Provider Gender

Male

About 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.

All Banner facilities are pleased to provide interpretation services to our patients and their companions for no charge - just ask when you arrive.

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

  1. Banner - University Medicine General Surgery Clinic
    • 1441 North 12th Street, Floor 2, Phoenix, AZ 85006
    Need help scheduling? Call 602-521-5969

    Testimonials

    4.9 out of 5.0

    513 ratings

    All 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.

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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 11/10/2025

      Dr. Nelson was very professional and explained things very clearly and understandable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/9/2025

      Great bedside manner. Very informative!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 10/17/2025

      Knowledgeable, caring, compassionate, understanding and realistic.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 9/1/2025

      Great experience

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/31/2025

      Friendly and caring

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/13/2025

      He explain everything to me I'm very pleased with him

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 7/17/2025

      Attention

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 6/26/2025

      Very friendly and explained what to expect

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/8/2025

      Very caring attitude. Really listened and explained different scenarios and ways to approach my diagnosis

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/7/2025

      Did a good exam and was caring.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/31/2025

      Porque es un médico extraordinario muy atento amable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 5/27/2025

      He showed extreme caring and understanding.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 5/11/2025

      He is excellent at what he does. He explains options_ condition and doesn't rush.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/4/2025

      Personable, professional, knowledgeable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/2/2025

      Exceptional caring and attentiveness.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 4/7/2025

      Very pleasant. Listened. Very thorough. He did not rush the appointment at all.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/30/2025

      He cared and listened.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 2/16/2025

      Did a great job explaining everything about my condition and surgery. Friendly

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/10/2025

      Excelente professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/9/2025

      She did a good job with everything

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/26/2025

      Very thorough care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/23/2025

      Dr Jon Nelson have patience to listen his patients and explain with detailes patients conditions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/25/2024

      Very thorough and addressed my concerns

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 12/23/2024

      He was informative and scheduled surgery at the next available date.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/18/2024

      Very professional and efficient!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/15/2024

      Good Doctor!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 11/11/2024

      Explain things very well good bedside manner

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 11/3/2024

      He is the best

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/2/2024

      He thoroughly went thru how my procedure will be performed

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/1/2024

      He is professional and kind

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 10/21/2024

      Great doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/16/2024

      He was professional and kindly explained things very clearly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 9/13/2024

      Excellent bedside manner

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 9/11/2024

      He came across as friendly, interested in my questions and concerns, approachable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 8/26/2024

      Dr Nelson was so excellent and everything he did

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 8/8/2024

      Excellent doctor made sure everything is okay. Operation went well and smooth. Very approachable doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/6/2024

      Very professional doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 8/3/2024

      Dr. Nelson was very courteous and cordial.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/29/2024

      Muy amables

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/19/2024

      Very informative, respectful. A provider who is not a YES man actually cared. Offered other options

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 7/8/2024

      He is very good as a doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/29/2024

      My other doctor recommended him very highly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/27/2024

      Very knowledgeable with detailed responses, humorous , answered ALL of my concerns, thorough,

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 6/24/2024

      My surgery was very successful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/22/2024

      Dr. Nelson provided excellent and complete instructions for my care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 5/9/2024

      His expertise in the subject and skills as a surgeon.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 5/3/2024

      Explains everything

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/26/2024

      He was great at diagnosing and addressing my concerns and questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/22/2024

      Very knowledgeable and competence

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 4/19/2024

      In addition to being a great surgeon, he's easy to relate to.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/15/2024

      Dr Nelson es lo más bueno!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/8/2024

      He was professional and polite asked and really put attention to my answers and questions

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/8/2024

      Knowledgeable, explained steps that would be taken well, have confidence in him

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/8/2024

      Very informative and comprehensive.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/20/2024

      Dr Nelson was very kind, helpful and caring.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed 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 stars
      Reviewed on 1/19/2024

      Extremely professional, takes the time to explain everything, is attentive, and made me feel comfortable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/19/2024

      He is an excellent surgeon.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/19/2024

      Very professional and kind.

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