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David Nielson, MD, Thoracic Surgery, San Antonio, TX, Metropolitan Methodist Hospital

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Thoracic Surgery San Antonio, TX

Cardiovascular Surgery

Physician

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Education & Training

  • University of Missouri-Columbia
    University of Missouri-ColumbiaFellowship, Thoracic Surgery, 1994 - 1996
  • Main Line Health System/Lankenau Medical Center
    Main Line Health System/Lankenau Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 1989 - 1994
  • Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
    Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple UniversityClass of 1989

Certifications & Licensure

  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 1996 - 2024
  • PA State Medical License
    PA State Medical License 1991 - 1996
  • American Board of Thoracic Surgery Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons

Press Mentions

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