4.2
39 Ratings with 18 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Lynn Nelson is an orthopedic surgeon with 38 years of experience helping patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine in Iowa City and completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at Indiana University School of Medicine, Mercy St Vincent Medical Center, and Clarian Indiana University Hospital. Dr. Nelson holds board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He speaks English with his patients.
Dr. Nelson practices at Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics locations in Fort Dodge, Belmond, and Des Moines, with hospital privileges at UnityPoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital. His expertise includes treating back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teenagers, as well as addressing flank pain. He offers comprehensive care through physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients have given Dr. Nelson an …average rating of 4.2 stars for his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Nelson practices at Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics locations in Fort Dodge, Belmond, and Des Moines, with hospital privileges at UnityPoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital. His expertise includes treating back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teenagers, as well as addressing flank pain. He offers comprehensive care through physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients have given Dr. Nelson an …average rating of 4.2 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program
- 18 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 15 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
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Office Locations
Dr. Lynn Nelson has 3 locationsIowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Fort Dodge
2700 1st Ave SFort Dodge, IA 50501 Tel: (515) 955-6767
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Belmond
403 1st St SeBelmond, IA 50421 Tel: (515) 955-6767
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Iowa Weight Loss Specialists - Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Des Moines
5901 Thornton Ave Ste 101Des Moines, IA 50321 Tel: (515) 955-6767
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 54 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | |
| Fort Dodge , IA | Dakota Dunes , SD | Fort Dodge , IA | Fort Dodge , IA |
| Med School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Med School: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lynn Nelson
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lynn Nelson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lynn Nelson has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program
Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery
Indiana University / School of Medicine1993
Medical School
University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City IaGraduated in 1988
Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TexasGraduated in 1988
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