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Professional Background
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine - Department of Medicine, Cardiology (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Cardiology, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2008 - 2011
Residency, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2006 - 2008
Internship, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2005 - 2006
Education
MD | SUNY at Buffalo-School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (USA). 2005
Ratings & Comments
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Ratings
During this visit, did this provider spend enough time with you?
During this visit, did this provider show respect for what you had to say?
During this visit, did this provider give you easy to understand information about these health questions or concerns?
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Patient Comments
Ryan Nelson is a wonderful cardiologist in every way. Kind, encouraging, knowledgeable.
Feb 26, 2024
Dr. Nelson is a first-class listener.
Dec 31, 2023
Always satisfied.
Dec 20, 2023
If there was a problem with my Doctor it would be dealt with right away!! I have NO Problems with my doctor and UR needs to go out and do a one one with their doctors in real time to see the care they give to their patients!
Dec 14, 2023
He is an excellent doctor.
Dec 08, 2023
Dr. Ryan Nelson is courteous, affable and knowledgeable.
Dec 07, 2023
Allgood
Dec 07, 2023
Dr Nelson is excellent. Easy to talk to, explains things very well and is very reassuring.
Nov 18, 2023
Dr. Nelson rocks! He truly is outstanding at his job, I am grateful to have someone so competent as well as caring on my case.
Nov 16, 2023
We are FL residents and feel more confident in care we receive here in NY.
Oct 25, 2023
Discussed procedures for my next annual check up. (Good.)
Oct 19, 2023
Excellent doctor
Oct 13, 2023
Dr. Nelson is an excellent physician and I have full confidence in his abilities. He is always pleasant and I never feel rushed. His staff is excellent also.
Sep 13, 2023
Dr. Ryan is professional, highly competent and caring.
Aug 26, 2023
We love Dr. Nelson and have always been very happy with the level of care he provides.
Jul 28, 2023
The experience was great with excellent two way communications.
Jun 23, 2023
Dr. Nelson always show concern for my heart health. He insures that I am receiving the best care.
May 15, 2023
[...] Doc Ryan is good and personal, caring and does the right thing
May 12, 2023
Dr. Ryan is great.
Apr 22, 2023
I have seen this provider 3 or 4 times and each time was awesome.
Apr 12, 2023
Dr. Nelson was first rate.
Feb 20, 2023
Dr. Nelson is the best!
Feb 17, 2023
Excellent
Feb 16, 2023
Good.
Feb 03, 2023
Dr. Nelson and his staff are dedicated professionals. I have great confidence in them.
Feb 02, 2023
[...] He is excellent.
Jan 21, 2023
I was nervous and the provider dismissed this as silly [...] I believed he laughed and this made me more nervous which made my anxiety about the test increase vs decrease.
Dec 24, 2022
Dr. Nelson was thorough and kind explaining possible procedure and how to use rescue medication's in the meantime. The meantime is me thinking about it. He was considerate and helpful.
Dec 13, 2022
Dr. Nelson is courteous, kind, skilled, professional and an expert cardiologist.
Dec 12, 2022
Dr. Nelson is the best cardiologist I have known & since my dad was a doctor I know/knew lots of doctors.
Dec 01, 2022
I wish you had excellent as one of your answers because I would say excellent for all these questions for Dr. Ryan and his staff.
Nov 17, 2022
Doctor was thorough on the visit and explained everything in an understanding way
Oct 24, 2022
Dr Nelson is an example of what every provider should strive for. No question or concern is too trivial. You never feel rushed. He is professional yet caring.
Oct 20, 2022
Dr. Nelson is an excellent heart specialist and I am very fortunate to have him as my doctor.
Oct 15, 2022
EXCELLENT
Sep 28, 2022
This cardiologist is caring, a good listener and explains things.
Sep 20, 2022
I recommended Dr. Nelson to my girlfriend, to be her cardiologist.
Sep 01, 2022
Very well done
Aug 27, 2022
Dr. Nelson is kind, considerate, and respectful. I would recommend him to anyone.
Jul 29, 2022
Good
Jul 28, 2022
Always remembers me.
Jun 30, 2022
It was a good appointment.
Jun 20, 2022
Explained everything in a way which that I could understand & getting another test to be sure all is well.
Jun 17, 2022
He is a great doctor.
Jun 14, 2022
Dr. Nelson is courteous, gregarious, well prepared and knowledgeable.
Jun 08, 2022
I hope all my appointments go this well
Jun 03, 2022
Dr has excellent communication skills
May 29, 2022
All good
May 11, 2022
My husband is a patient of Dr. Nelson's, also! He's the best!
May 04, 2022
Dr. Nelson was extremely thorough & did not rush through appt.
Apr 29, 2022
Dr. Nelson is excellent, wonderful cardiologist, a very caring doctor, thank you
Apr 25, 2022
Will definitely follow up in the future.
Apr 23, 2022
Dr Nelson was very responsive in helping me to understand my overall cardiac health
Apr 21, 2022
Routine check-up.
Apr 18, 2022
Positive experience
Apr 18, 2022
I trust Dr Nelson's advice concerning my heart health
Apr 14, 2022
Dr. Ryan provided very practical solutions to potential upcoming problems.
Mar 21, 2022
Very relatable , friendly and knowledgeable
Mar 05, 2022
Excellent
Feb 21, 2022