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Amy Nielsen, DO

  • Neurology
  • Clinical Neurophysiology
Amy Nielsen, DO
246 patients recommend this provider
Accepts new patients
age-group-adults-color Treats adults

Contact

9850 Genesee Ave
#530
La Jolla, CA 92037
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Phone Number
760-631-3000
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Expertise

  • Neurology
  • Neurophysiology

Hospital Affiliations

Languages

  • English

Biography

As a general neurologist, Amy Nielsen, DO, treats a variety of neurological conditions including epilepsy, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and nerve and spinal cord issues. She has a special interest in helping patients with migraines and treating stroke. She also performs nerve conduction studies (NCS) and electromyography (EMG) testing to help diagnose disorders of muscles and peripheral nerves.


Dr. Nielsen believes that every patient/physician relationship is a partnership developed by trust and communication. She wants her patients to play an active role in their own health and be a part of the decision making process.


Outside of the office, Dr. Nielsen enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and traveling. She also likes to enjoy great food (in moderation).

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, 2011
  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Neurology, 2010

Medical Education

  • Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, DO, 2006

Internships

  • Mayo Clinic, Neurology, 2007

Residencies

  • Mayo Clinic, Neurology, 2010

Fellowships

  • Mayo Clinic, Neurophysiology, 2011

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