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Dr. Flavia M Nelson, MD
Neurologist
29 Years of Experience
Overview
Dr. Flavia Nelson is the Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Division, and a Professor of Neurology at the University of Miami. Prior to that, she was Director of the MS Division at University of Minnesota, Minneapolis and Interim Director of the MS Research Group at the University of Texas Health Science Center-Houston, where she also co-directed the MRI-Analysis Center.She received her MD degree at UACH in Mexico, followed by two residencies; Internal Medicine at Texas Tech University Health Science Center and Neurology at UTHSC-H where she completed a research/clinical fellowship in MS with focus on imaging.She is a pioneer in detection of cortical gray matter lesions by MRI and their relationship to cognitive dysfunction in MS. Her current research focuses on multimodal MRI by combining functional MRI and other advanced techniques to assess cognition in MS. Another important research focus is hematopoietic stem cell transplant in MS patients.Dr. Nelson has multiple publications on MRI findings in MS; has participated in centralized MRI analysis of important worldwide multicenter trials, and as PI for clinical trials of disease modifying therapies such as Copaxone, Avonex, Tysabri, Gilenya, Vumerity and Ocrevus and was the site PI for the autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplant (Beat-MS) trial at the UMN.She has served as chair and reviewer for both the Department of Defense MS research program, and the National Institutes of Health, MS and pregnancy study section. She is the Chair of the Advocacy Committee for the Consortium of MS Centers and served as Chair of the Healthcare Provider Council for the National MS Society, Upper Midwest Chapter. She has multiple recognitions for her work as a clinician such as "America's top Doctors 2022" and as role model "Female Executive of the Year Award 2011".
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Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Neurologist
Education & Training
University of Texas Health Science Center (Residency)
University of Texas Health Science Center (Fellowship)
University of Texas El Paso (Internship)
Doctorate - UACH Faculty Of Medicine
Board Certifications
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Languages
Spanish
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by a Neurologist, like Dr. Flavia Nelson, may include:
ALS, Alzheimer's Disease, Brain Tumor, Cataplexy, Cerebral Palsy, Concussion, Dravet Syndrome, Dyslexia, Epilepsy, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Headache, Intracranial Stenosis, Migraine, Multiple Sclerosis, Myasthenia Gravis, Narcolepsy, Neuropathy, Parkinson's Disease, Restless Legs Syndrome, Stroke, Tardive Dyskinesia, TIA, Urea Cycle Disorder, Vertebral Stenosis, Vestibular Neuritis and Wallenberg Syndrome
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by a Neurologist, like Dr. Flavia Nelson, may include:
Neurology Consultation, Stroke Check-up / Prevention, Electroencephalogram (EEG), Neuropathology Consultation, Post-Stroke / Neurology Therapy, Neuropsychology Evaluation, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Neurology Follow Up, Neuropathology Follow Up, Neurology Critical Care Consultation, Tilt Table Test, Infectious Neurology Consultation, Transcranial Doppler, Vascular Neurology Consultation, Vascular Neurology Follow Up, Video Nystagmography (VNG), Evoked Potential Testing, Neurological (Botox, IFN, Trigger Point) Injection, Neuropsychiatry Consultation, Neuropsychiatry Follow Up, Sleep Disorder (Post Head Injury), Deep Brain Stimulation, Neuropsychology Follow Up, Lumbar Radiculopathy, Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS), Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD), Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block, Phalen's Test, Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing), Gait Simulation, Responsive Neurostimulation (RNS), WADA Test, Nerve Biopsy, Peripheral Biopsy, Disturbance of Skin Sensation and Hemifacial Spasm Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nelson's office.
Insurances
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Locations
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
1475 Northwest 12th Avenue
Miami, FL 33136
(305) 243-5302
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flavia Nelson accepting new patients?
No, Flavia Nelson is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Flavia Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (305) 243-5302 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Flavia Nelson offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (305) 243-5302 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Flavia Nelson speak?
Flavia Nelson speaks English and Spanish.
Which board certifications does Flavia Nelson have?
Flavia Nelson is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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