Dr. Lillian A. Nelson, MD
Internal Medicine
Locations
Northwest Internal Medicine
8001 Youree Drive
Suite 580
Shreveport
, LA 71115
About Me
Dr. Nelson was born in Chicago, the youngest of four children and the only daughter. She moved to Atlanta, Ga., as a child. Inspired by her desire to help others and her interest in healthcare, she received her undergraduate education at Emory University, receiving a bachelor of science in chemistry, which paved the way for her interest in medicine. She then attended Sint Eustatius University School of Medicine in the Netherland Antilles, where she obtained a bachelor of science in medicine followed by her medical degree. Subsequently, she completed a four-year residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at LSU Health Science Center in Shreveport.
In October 2010, Dr. Nelson moved to our practice at WK Pierremont Health Center. She is a board certified internist (American Board of Internal Medicine), primarily in the outpatient setting. Her focus is establishing a close and professional relationship with each of her patients. She prides herself in giving each patient ample time to provide education, instruction, counseling, and allow time to answer questions and concerns. Dr. Nelson's Puerto Rican roots and fluency in Spanish have been helpful as she has assisted with the management of patients in the Hispanic community in Shreveport and East Texas. Furthermore, she practices evidence-based medicine and strives to keep apprised of the latest therapies. Dr. Nelson is a resident of Shreveport and is happily married to Jason D. Nelson, MD, who also works at WK Pierremont as a hospitalist. They have two children.
Education
Residency:
LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine
Internship:
LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine
Medical School:
University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine
ECFMG:
Educational Commission for Foreign Med. Graduates
Board Certifications
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
Languages
Spanish
Insurances Accepted
- AARP Medicare Supplemental Plans
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health of Louisiana
- Aetna Coventry Advantra Louisiana
- Aetna Coventry Medicare Dual Preferred
- Aetna Medicare Freedom PPO
- Amerihealth Caritas Louisiana
- Beech Street (Multiplan)
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield - PPO Preferred Care
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO Louisiana
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - Medicare Advantage
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield OGB
- Cigna HealthCare
- Coventry Health Care (Aetna)
- First Health
- GEHA (Government Employees Health Association)
- Gilsbar
- Health Plus of Louisiana
- Humana
- Humana Choice PPO
- Humana Gold Plus SNP Dual Eligible
- IMA of Louisiana
- Louisiana Healthcare Connections
- Louisiana Medicaid
- Louisiana Medicaid CHIP
- Mail Handler's Benefit Plan (Aetna)
- Medicare Railroad
- Medicare Traditional Part B
- Multiplan
- Mutual of Omaha Supplemental Plans
- Novasys Health
- People's Health
- PHCS (Private Healthcare Systems / Multiplan)
- PPO Plus
- Tricare for Life
- Tricare Prime
- Tricare Select / Standard
- UMR (United Healthcare)
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare Community Plan - Medicaid
- United Healthcare Dual Complete
- Vantage Health Plans – Commercial & Medicare Advantage
- Workers Compensation
Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Thyroid
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Acidosis
- Acne
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Laryngitis
- Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- ADHD and-or ADD
- Alkalosis
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anemia
- Animal Allergies
- Ankle Sprains
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Arthritis of the Neck
- Asthma
- Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Athlete's Foot
- Atrophic Vaginitis
- Back Pain
- Bacterial Sepsis
- Bedsores
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bladder Infection
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Bronchitis
- Bronchospasm
- Bunion
- Bursitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Canker Sore
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Cold Sore
- Common Cold
- Confusion
- Constipation
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cough
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Dermatitis
- Dermatitis Due to Drugs
- Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
- Diabetes (Type 1)
- Diabetes (Type 2)
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulitis, Intestinal
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dry Eye
- Dry Skin
- Dyslipidemia
- Dysphagia
- Ear Ache
- Ear Wax
- Emphysema
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enteritis
- Esophagitis
- Essential Tremor (ET)
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Folliculitis
- Fungal Nail Infection
- Gait Abnormality
- Ganglion Cyst
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastroparesis
- Genital Herpes
- Gonorrhea
- Gout
- Hair Loss
- Hammertoe
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
- Hip Sprain
- Histoplasmosis
- Hives
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypogonadism
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Indigestion
- Influenza (Flu)
- Insomnia
- Iodine Deficiency
- Iron Metabolism Disorders
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Joint Pain
- Knee Sprain
- Laryngitis
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Leg and Foot Ulcers
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Liver Damage from Alcohol
- Low Back Pain
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Mastodynia
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
- Menstrual Migraine
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Muscle Spasm
- Muscle Weakness
- Nail and Nail Bed Infection
- Nasopharyngitis
- Nausea
- Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Nosebleed
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of the Hand
- Osteoarthritis of the Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the Spine
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Overactive Bladder
- Overweight and Obesity
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pericardial Disease
- Pharyngitis
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pneumonia
- Pollen Allergy
- Polymyositis
- Polyneuropathy
- Polyuria
- Postnasal Drip
- Prostatitis
- Proteinuria
- Purpura
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)
- Ringworm (of the Body)
- Rosacea
- Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
- Sarcoidosis
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Secondary Hypertension
- Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shortness of Breath
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sinus Bradycardia
- Sinus Tachycardia
- Sinusitis (Sinus Infection)
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
- Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Strep Throat
- Stye
- Swine Flu
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Tension Headache
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Throat Pain
- Thyroid Goiter
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tremor
- Trichomoniasis
- Urinary Hesitancy
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
- Venous Insufficiency
- Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)
- Vertigo
- Viral Hepatitis
- Viral Infection
- Vitamin A Deficiency
- Vitamin B Deficiency
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Wheezing
- Wrist Sprain
- Yeast Infections
Procedures Performed
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Diabetes Counseling
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
- Immunization Administration
- Wellness Examination