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Children’s Hospital Colorado
Anschutz Medical Campus
13123 East 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045
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Kirsten Nelson, MD
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My care philosophy
Comprehensive care of the family and child with Cleft Lip and Palate as part of a multidisciplinary team
Get to know Kirsten Nelson, MD
Conditions Treated
- Pediatric Diseases and Conditions
- Infant and Toddler Health
- Children's Health
- Teen Health
Experience and background
Cleft Lip and Palate Team Care
Undergraduate 2001
Northwestern University
Medical Education 2005
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Internship 2006
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Residency 2008
University of Colorado School of Medicine
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