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Michael S Nielsen

Michael S Nielsen, MD

Family Medicine

Sees Existing Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-1
  • Child 2-12
  • Adolescent 13-18
  • Adult 19-64
  • Older Adult >65

Gender

Male

Hospital 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

  1. Layton Clinic - Family Medicine

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, 1999

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

466 ratings, 54 reviews

The 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.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/3/2026

    He is a very caring doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2026

    The best Dr I've ever had

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Great friendly doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    He does a great job and he listens to my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 12/29/2025

    The best ever

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    THE BEST

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Very good physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    He is my favorite doctor because I can trust him with my life.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    He is the best primary care Doctor!!!!!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Hes a very caring doctor and is concerned about his patients

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Dr. Nielsen is a fantastic clinician that listens to his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    He cares what happens to all his patients

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    He hasbeen my family physician for 25 years.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Very personable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Love him as my Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Been his patient for 15 years

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    The best human ever.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Dr Nielsen always listens to my concerns and discusses all my medical history with me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    Very good caregiver

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    excellent doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Provides good medical care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed 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 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    As always he is great to work with and take care of all of my needs

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    Best doctor I've ever had

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    He listens the patient and explained the issue in a very profesional way!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Very knowledgeable, caring, listened to my concerns, helpful with answers

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    The absolute best professional physician I have ever been treated by.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Always perfessional and kind

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    Excellent doctor. I trust him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    Awesomeness

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    I have met with him for over 20 years. he is terribly busy, but takes time for me. Sometimes I think he is not listening because he doesn't laugh at my best humor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Doctor Nielsen was very kind and knowledgeable. He was friendly and interested in what my son and I had to say and answered all of our questions. He saw us last minute in the same-day clinic and I appreciate that VERY MUCH!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/4/2025

    He is a great person to work with and very knowledgeable and willing to help in any way

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    Doctor Nielson has been my primary care physician for about 20 years now and has never made an error managing my care. He keeps me healthy and is always up front with me about health mistakes I personally make. What more could you ask for?

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Thank you Dr. Neilson for taking care of us!! we just love you and really appreciate all you do for us!!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    He shows that he remembers who I am and my husband is also his patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    Very good, what surprised me the most was that he spoke Spanish. It was excellent to feel better that he spoke my language.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Great doctor and always exceptional to deal with.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    This is the first time I’ve met with him and I was treated very well. He listened and answered all my questions and concerns. He seemed so knowledgeable about my situation and how to treat it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    He explained exactly what was happening and why I wasn’t getting any relief from the dizziness & nausea.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    No complaints at all.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    He is awesome