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Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
3.2 (45)
Map Pin Small Belmond, IA
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36 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD

Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Belmond, IA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and is affiliated with Iowa Specialty Hosital - Clarion and Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond. Dr. Nelson, completed a residency at Indiana University School of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Nelson an average 3.2 star rating.

Dr. Nelson works at Practice in Belmond, IA with other offices in Des Moines, IA and Webster City, IA. They frequently treat conditions like Spinal Stenosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Nelson's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Iowa Specialty Hospital-belmond
    403 1st St SE, Belmond, IA 50421 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (641) 444-3500
  2. 2
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    5901 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 327-2000
  3. 3
    Gabrielson Clinic for Women Llcthe
    1924 Superior St, Webster City, IA 50595 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 832-3332

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  • Iowa Specialty Hosital - Clarion
  • Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Spinal Stenosis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Spinal Stenosis

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Spinal Stenosis
Back Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Broken Arm
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Herniated Disc Surgery
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
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
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)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Runner's Knee
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tarlov Cyst
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Disc Replacement
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Herniated Disc Procedure
Hip Replacement Revision
Interlaminar Spacer
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
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
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Steroid Injection
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    3.2
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    About Dr. Lynn Nelson, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 36 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1619931029
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • NORTH KANSAS CITY HOSPITAL
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Indiana University School of Medicine
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Buena Vista University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Nelson has seen patients for Spinal Stenosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Nelson on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    45 patients have reviewed Dr. Nelson. The overall rating for this provider is 3.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Nelson.

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