
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-1
- Child 2-12
- Adolescent 13-18
- Adult 19-64
- Older Adult >65
Gender
MaleHospital Affiliation
- McKay Dee Hospital
About Michael S Nielsen
About The Provider
I provide full scope of family medicine including adult care adolescent and pediatric care.
I enjoy skiing, cycling, flyfishing, backpacking and spending time with my family.
Locations
- Layton Clinic - Family Medicine
- 2075 University Park Boulevard, Layton, UT 84041
- Get Directions
- Phone: 801-779-6200
- Fax: 801-779-6203
Expertise
Education
- Residency: McKay-Dee Hospital Center Family Medicine GME, Family Medicine, 1999
- Medical School: University of Utah, 1996
Board Certifications
- American Board of Family Medicine, 2026
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
490 ratings, 56 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2026
He goes over our medical records and explains what is needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2026
He listens to our concerns and is amenable to our input. His suggestions re right in line for what we feel is appropriate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2026
Great provider. Listens and cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2026
He was willing to fit me in his schedule and give me some medication to help me feel better with my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2026
Great experience, He is a wonderful Dr..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2026
Doctor Nielsen is a excellent doctor he takes his time with his patients to listen to what there problems are then he knows how to treat u.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2026
I like Dr Nielsen very much
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2026
He has been my Dr. for so long. He knows me, my medical history and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2026
Great doctor he always explains everything and always very friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2026
Everytime I visit the Doctor he is caring and knows me and listens and helps me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2026
Always very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
Great doctor. Friendly and every helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2026
He’s the best Dr i have ever had and i’ve changed doctors a little over the 35 year of my life but he really is the best there is. He’s very experienced and he knows exactly what to do to help the best in any health situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2026
Great ,understanding. Explains all situations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Dr Nielson has given me excellent care for many years
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2026
Most amazing doctor I’ve ever had hence why I’ve stayed with him so long he listens. He takes his time with you and make sure you understand what’s going on. He is a great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2026
He talked to me and asked questions, gave recommendations and updated my records
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2026
He is a very caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2026
The best Dr I've ever had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Great friendly doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Have been going to him for over 20 years. I trust him. He is competent and knowledgeable. An excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
He does a great job and he listens to my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Dr. Nielson took one look at my problem and immediately diagnosed and recommended a treatment salve that worked great. He is my favorite doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Dr Nielsen takes the time to answer all the concerns related to the visit and the best thing you get solutions..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
The best ever
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
THE BEST
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Very good physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
He is my favorite doctor because I can trust him with my life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
He is the best primary care Doctor!!!!!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
What we love about Dr Nielsen is that he dedicates the time to hear our concerns, and resolve our medical issues..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Hes a very caring doctor and is concerned about his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
Dr. Nielsen is a fantastic clinician that listens to his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
It has always been very good for over 25 years. The best doctor I think that I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
I think Dr. Nielson is one of the best Family Physicians I have ever had the pleasure of knowing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
He cares what happens to all his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
He hasbeen my family physician for 25 years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Very personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Love him as my Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Been his patient for 15 years
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
I’m very satisfied with the care I get from Dr Nielsen. I have referred him to friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
The best human ever.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
Dr Nielsen always listens to my concerns and discusses all my medical history with me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Have had him over 15 years and still the best. My wife and daughters see him as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
JUST A GREAT DOCTOR AND A GREAT FRIEND TO TALK TO EACH TIME I GO IN NO MATTER WHAT I GO IN FOR.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Very good caregiver
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Provides good medical care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
Dr.Nielson always takes care of me and that has not always been the same was previous Doctors. Sometimes you have to be more knowledgeable and dig deeper into complicated health issues instead of blowing things off. Dr. Nielson is a security blanket to me because he cares.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
I have been seeing Dr Nielson for the past several years now. He just seems to be in such a big rush to get to the next patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2025
As always he is great to work with and take care of all of my needs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2025
Best doctor I've ever had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
He listens the patient and explained the issue in a very profesional way!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Very knowledgeable, caring, listened to my concerns, helpful with answers
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
The absolute best professional physician I have ever been treated by.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Always perfessional and kind