Living Your Best Life

Dr. Nelligan brings tremendous depth of experience garnered throughout his 30 years in practice. His career has taken him through private practice, group practice and, most recently, his academic post where he has been training the next generation of doctors at Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine as the chair of family medicine. Having moved to Indiana from Philadelphia following medical school Dr. Nelligan has been committed to helping his patients achieve genuine health. Trained in family medicine with additional certification in palliative care Dr. Nelligan is uniquely gifted at helping patients through every season of life. His training in osteopathic medicine has taught him to recognize the importance of each individual’s body, mind and spirit while promoting the body’s inherent ability to self-regulate and heal. He has helped countless patients to achieve their health goals through emphasizing the value of preventive care and encouraging healthy lifestyles. He is equally competent in managing illnesses common in children and adults. He is skilled in both women’s health and men’s health. He has special interest in musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Nelligan has expertise in osteopathic manipulative therapy which utilizes gentle musculoskeletal techniques to help the body heal itself. 

After earning his undergraduate degree at Ursinus College outside Philadelphia and pursuing a masters in biology at Villanova Dr. Nelligan completed his medical degree at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). After having served as chief intern at PCOM he completed his residency in family medicine at PCOM at City Avenue. He later earned a certificate in hospice and palliative care. 

Dr. Nelligan is married to his bride of 28 years. They enjoy traveling with special interest in visiting their son in Nashville, TN. He is passionate about his faith and is a black belt in Six Sigma and TaeKwonDo.

“My approach to medicine is based on a simple principle emphasized by my mentor and friend, Dr. Angeloni, ‘Listen to patients and they’ll tell you what’s wrong.’”