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Tara A. Nielsen DO, MPH

Assistant Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology

Areas of Expertise

  • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
  • General Gynecology
  • General Obstetrics
  • Gynecology
  • Obstetrics
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases
  • Uterine Fibroids

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Master of Public Health - Des Moines University, 2011
  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine - Des Moines University, 2012
  • Residency - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2016

Board Certifications

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology - American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2019

Patient Comments

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I have nothing but positive things to say about Dr Nielson! I recommend her to everyone I know!
February 12, 2026
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This was my first visit with Dr. Nielsen and I thought she was very understanding and professional. I will see her again.
February 12, 2026
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Dr Nielsen does a great job of including you in the conversation for treatment while also letting you know what her professional opinion is. She makes sure to honor your wishes but making sure you know all risks and what she would recommend based on that
February 12, 2026
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I feel like she was very dismissive and did not want to include my thoughts and opinions into the plan of care.
February 6, 2026
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Dr Neilsen is wonderful and took the time to listen and answer my questions and concerns and I would most definitely recommend her to all of my friends.
January 30, 2026
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Dr. Nielsen is wonderful. She never rushes and explains things thoroughly. I have really enjoyed being a patient of hers.
January 15, 2026
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Tara was fantastic. Super informative and really helped me make the best decision for my care.
January 8, 2026
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Dr Nielsen took time to talk to me about my complicated health history, see how I was doing, and made me feel at ease during my annual visit. She wasn't rushed which is rare these daysI would recommend her to family/friend.
November 23, 2025
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Dr. Nielsen took my million questions and concerns with ease! I appreciate how upfront and transparent she was which is exactly what I want from a provider
November 23, 2025
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