Dr. Nelson MaldonadoM.D.
Internal Medicine
at Nelson A. Maldonado, M.D., A Personalized Care Practice — Naples, FL
About
Dr. Nelson A. Maldonado brings more than 30 years of internal medicine experience to his Naples practice. S. in Science and Biology from the University of Puerto Rico. He then completed his medical degree at the University Central Caribe School of Medicine. His residency in Internal Medicine took place at Northwestern University Medical School/Evanston Hospital in Illinois, where he built a strong clinical foundation.
Early in his career, Dr. Maldonado worked as an attending physician for Humana Health Care at Evanston Hospital. He later joined the Greater Miami Medical Group in Miami. At Sheridan Health Corporation, he rose to Regional Medical Director and earned a certificate of merit for Most Outstanding Performance Physician. He holds board certification in Internal Medicine and carries admitting privileges at Naples Community Hospital and North Collier Hospital. He served on the NCH Board of Trustees from 2004 to 2007 and holds the position of sub-chief of the Department of Internal Medicine at Naples Community Hospital. Peers and independent reviewers named him one of America's Top Doctors in six separate cycles between 2002 and 2022. His core goal is to build long-term relationships rooted in trust, prevent illness, and help each patient maintain their best possible health.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Puerto Rico, B.S. in Science and Biology
Medical School
University Central Caribe School of Medicine, M.D.
Residency
Internal Medicine, Northwestern University Medical School/Evanston Hospital, Illinois
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Maldonado right for?
Dr. Maldonado is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a highly experienced internist. Patients managing chronic conditions or focused on preventive health benefit from his thorough, proactive approach. Those who value direct physician access, including 24/7 availability and house calls, will find his model especially practical. Patients navigating hospitalizations or specialist referrals benefit from his personal coordination of that care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Maldonado specializes in internal medicine and preventive medicine. He focuses on building long-term patient relationships, preventing illness, and helping each patient maintain their best possible health. He holds board certification in Internal Medicine.
Dr. Maldonado brings more than 30 years of internal medicine experience to his practice. He began serving Naples patients in 1998 and launched his personalized care model in February 2007.
Dr. Maldonado earned his medical degree at the University Central Caribe School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Northwestern University Medical School/Evanston Hospital in Illinois. S. in Science and Biology from the University of Puerto Rico.
Yes, Dr. Maldonado holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He has maintained this certification throughout his career of more than 30 years.
Yes, Dr. Maldonado holds admitting privileges at Naples Community Hospital and North Collier Hospital. He personally arranges hospital admissions for his patients and coordinates care with other physicians during any hospitalization.
Yes, independent reviewers named Dr. Maldonado one of America's Top Doctors in six separate cycles between 2002 and 2022. Earlier in his career, Sheridan Health Corporation awarded him a certificate of merit for Most Outstanding Performance Physician.
Dr. Maldonado serves as sub-chief of the Department of Internal Medicine at Naples Community Hospital. He also served on the NCH Board of Trustees from 2004 to 2007.
Yes, Dr. Maldonado makes house calls for patients who are too ill to come to the office. This service is part of his personalized care model and reflects his commitment to being available when patients need him most.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026