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Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 64
Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD
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Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Fort Dodge, IA.
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Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 64
Fort Dodge, IA
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience
Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Fort Dodge, IA.

About

Dr. Nelson graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1988 and completed a residency at Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Fort Dodge, IA and has 37 years experience. Dr. Nelson currently practices at Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Orthopedic Specialists - Fort Dodge and are affiliated with Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics-Clarion, Iowa Specialty Hospital Belmond and Humboldt County Memorial Hospital. Dr. Nelson has experience treating conditions like Humerus Fracture and Lumbar Spinal Stenosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 3.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 46 times. Dr. Nelson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Humerus Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Humerus Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Humerus Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Ankle Impingement
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Gait Abnormality
Herniated Disc
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteophyte of Hand
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Discectomy
Spinal Fusion
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Birth Defects
Broken Neck
Bursitis of Hip
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Fibromyalgia
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gonococcal Bursitis
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Dislocation
Knee Sprain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Myelopathy
Neck Pain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinched Nerve
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Schmorl's Nodes
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spina Bifida Occulta
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tarlov Cyst
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Wrist Fracture
Anterior Interbody Lumbar Fusion (ALIF)
Arthrocentesis
Disc Replacement
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Heel Bone Spur Removal
Herniated Disc Procedure
Herniated Disc Surgery
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Interlaminar Spacer
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Partial Hip Replacement
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Wrist Fusion

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelson
3.3
Based on 46 Reviews
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1 Star (19)

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Dec 01, 2024
I have had 2 pretty extensive spinal surgeries in 2 years, both from Dr. Nelson. ( upper and lower spine). I could barely walk and the pain both times were preventing me from doing the things I love. I am so glad I met Dr. Nelson! He was friendly, to the point, explained my situation in terms I could understand and always took time to show me scans and answer all my questions. He made me feel comfortable and confident in him. I am happy to say both surgeries were a great success and I have my life back doing everything I love to do and pretty much pain free! I refer everyone to him and I wouldn’t want anyone else for my spinal issues!
Peggy Sells — Dec 01, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Indiana University School of Medicine
    1993
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • NORTH KANSAS CITY HOSPITAL
    1994
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Nelson frequently treats the following conditions: Humerus Fracture and Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD is affiliated with Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics-Clarion, Iowa Specialty Hospital Belmond and Humboldt County Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics-Clarion

    1316 S Main St, Clarion, IA

  • Iowa Specialty Hospital Belmond

    403 1st St SE, Belmond, IA

  • Humboldt County Memorial Hospital

    1000 15th St N, Humboldt, IA