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Dr. Scott Nelson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 54
Dr. Scott Nelson, MD
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Dr. Scott Nelson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Loma Linda, CA.
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Dr. Scott Nelson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 54
Loma Linda, CA
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience
Dr. Scott Nelson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Loma Linda, CA.

About

Dr. Nelson graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1996 and completed a residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center.Dr. Scott Nelson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Loma Linda, CA and has 28 years experience. Dr. Nelson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Loma Linda University Medical Center and Loma Linda University Children's Hospital. At present, Dr. Nelson received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Dr. Nelson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Nelson also speaks Spanish. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Scoliosis
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Scoliosis
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Cerebral Palsy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Clubfoot
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Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Deformity
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spina Bifida
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Marfan Syndrome
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pediatric Spine Deformities
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Slipped Epiphysis
Snapping Hip
Spina Bifida
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Torticollis
Achilles Tenotomy
Complex Pediatric Spine Surgery
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Dislocation
Hip Labral Repair
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Joint Fusion
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Limb Lengthening
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Scoliosis Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Tenoplasty of Digital Tendon
Total Hip Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Large Group PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Principal Financial Group
  • Molina
  • Cigna
  • Pathway X - Network-CA HMO
  • Priority Select HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Local Access Plus HMO
  • Aetna
  • CaliforniaCare HMO
  • Humana
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    11370 Anderson St, Loma Linda, CA 92354
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  2. 2 Loma Linda University Medical Center
    11406 Loma Linda Dr, Loma Linda, CA 92354
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  3. 3 Loma Linda University
    25455 Barton Rd Ste 102B, Loma Linda, CA 92354
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Apr 13, 2021
Still waiting to see him!!!Getting so depressed waiting.??
Karen Thomas — Apr 13, 2021
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loma Linda University School of Medicine
    1996
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
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
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center
    1997
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center
    2001
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • UCSD
    2009
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Scott Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Scott Nelson, MD is affiliated with Loma Linda University Medical Center and Loma Linda University Children's Hospital.

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • Loma Linda University Medical Center

    11234 Anderson St, Loma Linda, CA

  • Loma Linda University Children's Hospital

    11234 Anderson St, Loma Linda, CA