Dr. Daniel Richard Nelson, MD

Dr. Daniel Nelson specializes in orthopedic surgery, bringing 19 years of dedicated experience to treating musculoskeletal conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Sanford School of Medicine at the University of South Dakota and completed his residency training at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Nelson is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Nelson practices at multiple locations including Dakota Dunes, South Dakota and Cherokee, Iowa, with a primary affiliation at Dunes Surgical Hospital. He focuses on treating arthritis conditions, particularly knee and hip osteoarthritis that can limit daily activities. His expertise includes performing extremity X-rays to diagnose bone and joint problems, providing bursa injections to reduce inflammation, and coordinating physical therapy to help patients regain strength and mobility. Patients consistently rate Dr. Nelson highly, giving him an average rating of …4.8 out of 5 stars.