Avery N. Nelson, MD

4.9

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Otolaryngology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of South Carolina School of Medicine - 2018
Residency:: University of Chicago - 2023

Board Certifications

American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9

4.9

135 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

39 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

39 Reviews

February 24, 2026

5.0

Dr Nelson explained the various options in detail. Dr Nelson is very personable.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Dr. Nelson was gentle and kind and my 10 year old felt very comfortable with her and liked her very much. She seemed knowledgable and experienced.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

She explained my test results, what they could mean and what else should be tested. She gave me options for the test, what hazards they have and what she suggest I should I do. Her knowledge and experience comforted me and I felt much better knowing I had her as my doctor. She cared about me.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

She was very kind and attentive and followed up in a timely matter. Highly reccomend.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

She was compassionate and caring took all my worries into consideration and made me feel comfortable.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Very friendly and patient

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February 08, 2026

5.0

She identified options of treatment and we worked together to determine a plan

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Dr. Nelson is an excellent communicator. She provides information that a patient can understand, and is helpful in making decisions.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Explained everything very well.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Super nice and was very accommodating to what I needed as a patient. I trusted her expertise right away and she explained on a patients level everything she was seeing during the examination.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Very informative, great with kids

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable and thorough.

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January 17, 2026

4.0

Just met. So far so good. Very through and came highly recommended

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January 17, 2026

5.0

Dr. Nelson helps me understand the issues and options.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Dr. Nelson was very friendly and informative. She is an excellent listener.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

She was nice.

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January 04, 2026

5.0

Dr. Nelson was very welcoming, knowledgable, and very easy to talk to. I felt perfectly comfortable asking any questions I needed to, and her explanations were clear, and not overwhelming in the slightest.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

Dr. Nelson was kind and thorough. She also took the time to explain everything.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

She was very personable....explained everything well...answers all my questions...laid out all my options and we discussed next steps

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and took time to explain my hearing test results and the next steps.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

She was honest with me about the fact that I should not take the risk of having a tonsillectomy because of my age and medical history. I appreciated her honesty and her very thorough explanation.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

She was extremely professional and kind. She shared my options and found a more appropriate place for next steps closer to my home

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Took her time and good listener

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, and a calm, reassuring manner

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Nelson took plenty of time to understand my concerns and offer several options for treatment. She answered all of my questions.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. was friendly and listened. Did a thorough exam and provided solutions on how to proceed to resolve my issue.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

She handled the situation of the biopsy very Professionally.

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Nelson is extremely skilled and professional. Thanks to her, I recovered quickly and fully. She was excellent at keeping me informed about details and, I believe, genuinely cared about my health and wellness. Would absolutely recommend her.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Dr Avery took her time with me and even helped with an unrelated symptom She made me feel cared for.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Avery was so attentive , thorough and thoughtful! She took her time to help me feel comfortable and supported.

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November 22, 2025

5.0

She exceeded my expectations and made me feel calm.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

The doctor actually listened and took time to explain each step of my treatment. They also patiently answered all of my questions and made sure I was comfortable with all the decisions.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Avery Nelson was outstanding and professional, she took time to listen to my long history of chronic sinusitis. After getting a look at my sinus' and throat, she came up with a strategy of treatment. I felt like we were on the same team.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

She very concerned and spend time explaining the situation

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November 09, 2025

5.0

Very attentive, wonderful service

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Nelson explained everything before and after. Always asking me if I had any questions.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

She took her time and explained everything.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

So great, kind. thorough. Answered all questions, very knowledgeable and compassionate

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Listens and explains well. Also - pain free!

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