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Laura Nelson, PA

Laura Nelson, PA

Optum Provider

Specialty

Family Medicine

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

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113 reviews

  • Apr 30, 2026
    Verified Review

    Laura is very smart and knows her job

  • Apr 30, 2026
    Verified Review

    She seems to actually care

  • Apr 30, 2026
    Verified Review

    She cares for her patients and that is rare

  • Apr 30, 2026
    Verified Review

    She is very likable and knowledgeable, pleasant disposition and efficient with our time.

  • Apr 20, 2026
    Verified Review

    Laura listens to what her patients are saying and works with them.

  • Apr 19, 2026
    Verified Review

    Not only is Laura knowledgeable, personable, and thorough, she never makes me feel like she's in a hurry to get me done and get onto the next patient, even though I know there are others. She takes her time and treats me with respect. I can't say that about all my caregivers.

  • Apr 18, 2026
    Verified Review

    Laura Nelson saved my life. There aren’t enough words to express the gratitude and respect I have for Ms. Nelson.

  • Apr 17, 2026
    Verified Review

    She is caring and compassionate and really gets to know her patients

  • Apr 10, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very courteous and caring

  • Apr 9, 2026
    Verified Review

    Laura is down-to-earth and very well informed on current medical information.

  • Apr 9, 2026
    Verified Review

    She works well with me and answers my questions in detail if I ask

  • Apr 3, 2026
    Verified Review

    Absolutely love her as my physician. She listens to you, remembers who you are and engages.

  • Apr 3, 2026
    Verified Review

    I love going to Laura.

  • Apr 2, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very professional

  • Mar 31, 2026
    Verified Review

    She is wonderful!!!

  • Mar 29, 2026
    Verified Review

    P.A. Nelson has been an awesome care provider for me! I completely trust her opinion and advice and can't say enough positive things about her. I've always been very satisfied with the care she's provided. She consistently listened to my concerns, took the time to explain my care and offered guidance and suggestions to help with whatever my medical issue happened to be. If she felt I needed to see a specialist, I'd be referred without delay. As I am moving out of state soon, I can only hope to find a healthcare provider as competent and compassionate as she is. I will miss her greatly.

  • Mar 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    She is always able to figure out why I’m sick

  • Mar 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    Laura Nelson is very thorough, thoughtful about diagnosing and identifying, discussing and managing treatment options. I appreciate her concern, honest approach and direct communication. I am thankful for her care.

  • Mar 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    Knowledgeable and responsive to my questions. Takes the time to discuss and proactively recommends action.

  • Mar 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very helpful and concerned about my health

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  • About Laura Nelson, PA

    Laura grew up in Colorado Springs. She then spent the first four years of her career working as a cardiovascular technician in Fort Collins where she developed a love for cardiology and medicine. This encouraged her to purses her masters to further her med In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, snowboarding, fishing, spending time with friends and family, and camping.

    Gender

    Female

    Board certifications

    National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

    Licenses

    CO, PA0005170

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    OptumCare Network of Colorado

    NPI

    1710497722