Following graduation from The College of Wooster, Dr. Nielsen remained a resident in Wooster, working at The Ohio State University Wooster Campus for eight years prior to going to medical school. Dr. Nielsen served as a volunteer firefighter and paramedic at Wooster Township Fire Department from 1995 to 2003. Dr. Nielsen resides in Wooster with his wife and three children. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing tennis, and traveling.
Education
Board Certified: American Board of Family Practice
Residency: Family Practice, SUMMA-Barberton Hospital
Internship: SUMMA-Barberton Hospital
MD: American University of the Caribbean 2006
MS: Preventive Medicine, Ohio State University 2003
BA: Biology-College of Wooster 1995
Member: American Academy of Family Practice
Associations & Community Involvement
Former Appointments/Positions Held: Co-Medical Director of Wooster Community Hospital Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Community Care Network; Vice Chief of Staff at Wooster Community Hospital
Current Appointments/Positions Held: Medical Director of Glendora Health Care Center, Smithville-Western Care Center and The Avenue; Adjunct Professor at The College of Wooster
Languages
English and Spanish