Merit Health Medical Group Welcomes Nelson
2/21/2022
Hattiesburg - Merit Health Medical Group welcomes John Nelson, Sr., M.D., to the primary care clinic in Petal.
Nelson is a long-time resident and physician of the Pine Belt. He began his career in emergency medicine in 1978, and served as the president of South Mississippi Emergency Physicians from 1982 until 2020. He has served on numerous local and state medical committees, councils, and task forces, often acting as the president or vice president during his tenure.
“Building relationships with your patients is a valuable part of medicine," says Nelson. "I look forward to building those relationships within the Petal community, as we work to treat the whole patient and partner with them on their journey to improved health.”
Merit Health’s primary care clinic in Petal is located at 1146 Evelyn Gandy Parkway. Nelson is now accepting new patients, with same-day and next-day appointments available. To schedule an appointment, call (601) 584-4309.
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