Psychiatry

James Nelson, M.D.

Psychiatry

Dr. James C. Nelson, M.D., is a board-certified geriatric psychiatrist practicing in San Francisco, California, with over 55 years of experience in the field of psychiatry. His subspecialty focus is geriatric psychiatry, where he provides expertise in the prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders in older adults, including conditions such as dementia-related behavioral disturbances, late-life depression, anxiety disorders, and psychosis in the elderly. He primarily

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Psychiatry (unknown certifying body)
Geriatric Psychiatry (unknown certifying body)

Education & Training

University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health — M.D.

Years in Practice

19+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Geriatric Psychiatry

Conditions & Treatments

Geriatric Psychiatry

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

UCSF Medical Center

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Nelson treats

Geriatric Psychiatry

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Nelson accept ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc. insurance?

James Nelson's public profile lists ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc., Aetna, and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 5 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Nelson practice?

James Nelson practices in San Francisco, CA with hospital affiliations including UCSF Medical Center.

What does Dr. Nelson specialize in?

James Nelson is a board-certified psychiatry specialist with focus areas in Geriatric Psychiatry.

How long has Dr. Nelson been practicing?

James Nelson has 19+ years of clinical experience in psychiatry.

What is Dr. Nelson's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health — M.D..