After graduating from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis in 1999, Dr. Nelson began his career as a Naval Officer, where he led optometry services and helped establish off-site clinics serving active duty service members, retirees, and their families.

Following his military service, he opened a private practice in Corpus Christi and later expanded care to include mobile services for nursing home residents beginning in 2010. As demand grew, he transitioned to providing full-time on-site care for elderly and medically complex patients, a role he continues today.

With decades of experience diagnosing and managing eye disease, Dr. Nelson founded Hill Country Dry Eye and Specialty Care in Fredericksburg to bring advanced technology and specialized treatment options to the Hill Country community that were not previously available in the region.