3.5
2 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Nelson specializes in non-surgical management of musculoskeletal and spine injuries. His broad medical expertise allows him to diagnose and treat a wide variety of injuries and illnesses with medications and minimally invasive procedures. His main areas of interest include spine disorders, stroke, sports medicine, and work-related injuries. He uses electrodiagnostics to accurately pinpoint the cause of pain, numbness/tingling, or strength loss.
Dr. Nelson is committed to ongoing research to advance medical knowledge and help people. He was an integral part of bringing Functional Orthopedic Research Center of Excellence (FORCE) Laboratory to The Center, which was a partnership between Oregon State University – Cascades, The Center and Therapeutic Associates. The FORCE Lab provided cutting-edge research and sought to optimize musculoskeletal function and performance, prevent injury, and promote general well-being through the study of human movement.
A competitive athlete in …high school and college, Dr. Nelson enjoys running, triathlons, water and snow skiing, and spending time with his wife and two children.
Read More Read less Dr. Nelson is committed to ongoing research to advance medical knowledge and help people. He was an integral part of bringing Functional Orthopedic Research Center of Excellence (FORCE) Laboratory to The Center, which was a partnership between Oregon State University – Cascades, The Center and Therapeutic Associates. The FORCE Lab provided cutting-edge research and sought to optimize musculoskeletal function and performance, prevent injury, and promote general well-being through the study of human movement.
A competitive athlete in …high school and college, Dr. Nelson enjoys running, triathlons, water and snow skiing, and spending time with his wife and two children.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 36 years of experience
- speaks English
- Oreg
- 1 written review
- 3 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Nelson has 3 locationsSt. Charles Center for Orthopedics and Neurosurgery
2200 NE Neff Rd Ste 200Bend, OR 97701 Tel: (541) 382-3344
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
St. Charles Center for Orthopedics and Neurosurgery - Bend West
2245 NW Shevlin Park RdBend, OR 97703 Tel: (541) 382-3344
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
St. Charles Center for Orthopedics and Neurosurgery - Redmond
333 NW Larch AveRedmond, OR 97756 Tel: (541) 382-3344
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 36 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English |
| Bend , OR | Bend , OR | Bend , OR | Bend , OR |
| Med School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas | Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Schulich School Of Medicine & Dentistry | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Nelson
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Nelson has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Nelson has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Oregon, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Oreg
Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
Oregon Health & Science University Program
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
Medical School
Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TexasGraduated in 1990
University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla CaGraduated in 1990
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- Dr. James Nelson is affiliated with Saint Charles Bend, Blue Mountain Hospital, and Saint Charles Prineville.
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