About
Dr. Neli Augustson is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician and the founder of Woodbury Direct Primary Care. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, graduating in 2011. She then earned her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine. Her residency training in Internal Medicine took place at the University of Michigan, where she trained from 2015 to 2018.
Before opening her Woodbury practice, Dr. Augustson honed her clinical skills across a range of settings, including remote communities in Alaska. She is passionate about preventive care, women's health, chronic disease management, mental health, sleep medicine, and nutrition. She also serves as a USCIS Civil Surgeon, offering immigration medical exams to patients who need them. Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine selected her as a 2025 Top Doctor: Rising Star, an honor recognizing early-career physicians who show exceptional promise. Dr. Augustson believes the best part of primary care is the relationships it builds. She takes time to understand not just a patient's medical concerns but their personal health goals. Outside the clinic, she is a married mother of three who enjoys gardening and baking.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, Class of 2011
Medical School
University of Washington School of Medicine (2011-2015)
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Michigan (2015-2018)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Augustson right for?
Dr. Augustson is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician who knows them by name and by history. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, asthma, or COPD benefit from her longitudinal, evidence-based approach. She also serves patients with mental health needs, including depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Women seeking a physician attentive to reproductive and hormonal health will find her clinical range well-suited to their needs. Busy parents, health-conscious individuals, business owners, and patients without traditional insurance coverage all find a practical and personal fit at her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Augustson treats a broad range of conditions in adults. Her clinical focus includes chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, asthma, and COPD. She also manages mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, and ADHD, and addresses women's health concerns such as menopause, vaginal infections, and STDs. For acute needs, she treats urinary tract infections, sinus infections, strep throat, pink eye, and skin infections.
Yes. Dr. Augustson holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She completed her residency training in Internal Medicine at the University of Michigan from 2015 to 2018, and she earned her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine.
Dr. Augustson earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. She completed medical school at the University of Washington School of Medicine, then finished her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Michigan. Before opening her Woodbury practice, she also served patients in remote communities in Alaska.
Dr. Augustson practices evidence-based medicine with a focus on the whole person. She takes time to learn about each patient's medical history and personal health goals. She believes primary care should be accessible, transparent, and free of unnecessary barriers between physician and patient.
Yes. Dr. Augustson provides a range of women's health services, including pap smears, management of vaginal infections, menopause care, and sexual health. She also performs punch and shave biopsies and other in-office procedures for female patients.
As a certified USCIS Civil Surgeon, Dr. Augustson conducts immigration medical examinations required for Form I-693. Her exams include a physical examination, review of immunization records, and required laboratory testing for tuberculosis, syphilis, and gonorrhea. Appointments are often available within one to two business days.
Yes. Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine selected Dr. Augustson as a 2025 Top Doctor: Rising Star. The publication awards this honor to a select group of early-career physicians who demonstrate exceptional promise and dedication to patient care.
Dr. Augustson has strong clinical interests in preventive medicine, sleep health, nutrition, mental health, and community health. She applies these interests directly to patient care, helping members build sustainable, long-term health habits alongside managing acute and chronic conditions.
Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026