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Michael Nellestein, MD, Thoracic Surgery, Saint Joseph, MO

MichaelE.NellesteinMDFACS

Thoracic Surgery • Saint Joseph, MO

Vascular Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery

Medical Director, Nellestein Vein Institute, St. Joseph, Missouri, AND Blessing Hospital Vein Clinic, Quincy, Illinois

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  • Office

    1341 Village Dr
    Saint Joseph, MO 64506
    Phone+1 816-291-4149
    Fax+1 816-897-3969

Summary

  • Dr. Michael Nellestein is a board certified cardiothoracic thoracic surgeon practicing phlebology is St. Joseph, Missouri and Quincy Illinois. He received his medical degree from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and has been in practice 37 years. He specializes in vein/vascular procedures.

Education & Training

  • University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine/St Luke's Hospital
    University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine/St Luke's HospitalFellowship, Thoracic Surgery, 1992 - 1994
  • National Capital Consortium
    National Capital ConsortiumResidency, Surgery, 1987 - 1991
  • National Capital Consortium
    National Capital ConsortiumInternship, Transitional Year, 1983 - 1984
  • UniforMed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
    UniforMed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of MedicineClass of 1983

Certifications & Licensure

  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2014 - 2026
  • MO State Medical License
    MO State Medical License 1992 - 2025
  • KS State Medical License
    KS State Medical License 2013 - 2021
  • MT State Medical License
    MT State Medical License 2012 - 2014
  • WI State Medical License
    WI State Medical License 2013 - 2013
  • MD State Medical License
    MD State Medical License 1985 - 1991
  • American Board of Thoracic Surgery Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 2012
  • Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • 2020 Readers Choice Best Surgeon, Best Medical Practice, Best clinic, Best healthcare provider
    2020 Readers Choice Best Surgeon, Best Medical Practice, Best clinic, Best healthcare providerMay 31st, 2020

Professional Memberships

Dr. Michael Nellestein, Dr. Michael Nellestein, MD, Dr. M Nellestein, Dr. Michael E. Nellestein