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Dr. Lori Nelson, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation* Age 52
Dr. Lori Nelson, MD
4.2 (49 Ratings)

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Dr. Lori Nelson, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Chevy Chase, MD.
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Dr. Lori Nelson, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation* Age 52
Chevy Chase, MD
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Lori Nelson, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Chevy Chase, MD.

About

Dr. Nelson graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2004 and completed a residency at Boston University Medical Center.Dr. Lori Nelson, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Chevy Chase, MD and has 20 years experience. Dr. Nelson currently practices at MedStar Health: Medical Center at Chevy Chase and are affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Suburban Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Nelson has experience treating conditions like Low Back Pain and Difficulty With Walking among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 49 times. Dr. Nelson's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

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Low Back Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Low Back Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Low Back Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Arthritis
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Upper Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Nerve Block
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Aspiration Pneumonia
Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Neck
Cancer Pain
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chondromalacia
Chronic Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
De Quervain's Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fibromyalgia
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hand Conditions
Hip Sprain
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Disorders
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Lipedema
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Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Pain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phantom Limb Pain
Phantom Limb With Pain
Pinched Nerve
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Concussion Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Trigger Finger
Arthrocentesis
Facet Blocks
Joint Drainage
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
Steroid Injection
Sympathetic Nerve Block
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
Trigger Point Injection

Insurance Accepted

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  • Cigna
  • Keystone Health Plan East
  • United Healthcare
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Blue Choice Advantage
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • KeyCare PPO
  • Humana
  • Amerihealth
  • Aetna

Locations

  1. 1 MedStar Health: Medical Center at Chevy Chase
    5454 Wisconsin Ave # 11, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (301) 215-9420
  2. 2 MedStar Health: Rehabilitation Physicians at Bethesda
    6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600, Bethesda, MD 20817
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (301) 581-8091

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson
4.2
Based on 49 Reviews
5 Stars (37)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (4)
1 Star (6)

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Jul 26, 2024
The attention I was provided by Dr. Nelson was outstanding I feel like she went above & beyond.
— Jul 26, 2024
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About Me

Specialties*
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Orthopedic Surgery
Assisted Living
Assistive Therapy
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loma Linda University School of Medicine
    2004
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Drexel Hahnemann
    2005
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Boston University Medical Center
    2008
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Performance Spine and Sports Physicians, P.C.
    2009
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Lori Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Nelson frequently treats the following conditions: Low Back Pain and Difficulty With Walking. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lori Nelson, MD is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Suburban Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Lori Nelson, MD holds board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW, Washington, DC

  • Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD

  • MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, Washington, DC

  • MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC