Iowa Specialty Hospital

Lynn Nelson, MD

Accepting New Patients

515-955-6767

641-450-1318

Primary Clinic

Orthopedic Specialists

2700 1st Avenue South
Fort Dodge, IA 50501

515-955-6767

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Also Sees Patients In

Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond

403 1st Street SE
Belmond, IA 50421

844-474-4321

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Iowa Weight Loss Specialists - Des Moines

5901 Thornton Avenue
Suite 101
Des Moines, IA 50321

515-327-2000

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Webster City Clinic

1924 Superior Street
Webster City , IA 50595

888-258-0078

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About

Has medical interest in:

  • spinal surgery, including
    • cervical and lumbar surgeries

Dr. Nelson is now seeing neck and back patients in Des Moines! If you’re experiencing neck or back pain, or have suffered a neck or back injury, get care from one of Iowa’s leading neck and back doctors! For patients looking for a back specialist in Des Moines, Fort Dodge, Webster City, Belmond, and the surrounding areas, you won’t find better care than with Iowa Speciality Hospitals & Clinics. 

From chronic neck pain to sciatica to injuries such as a herniated disc, Dr. Nelson offers advanced personalized treatments. Treatments range from neck and back surgery to nonsurgical treatments for back, neck, and shoulder pain. 

Take the first step towards neck and back pain relief by scheduling an appointment with Dr. Nelson today! 

Let’s DISH about Spine & Neck Surgery

Dr. Eibes talks about the care he received from ISH Spine Surgeon Dr. Nelson

See my Interview With Monique Bailey, ARNP Discussing Spinal Surgery

Joined Iowa Specialty Hospital

December 2019

Education & Professional Certification

Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Medical School

University of Iowa - Iowa City, IA 

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery - Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN

Fellowship

Rae Jacobs Memorial Spine Fellowship - Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, KS and North Kansas City Hospital - North Kansas City, MO

Professional Societies

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; North American Spine Society; Iowa Orthopaedic Society; Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society 

Professional & Personal Interests

Hobbies and Personal Interests

Enjoys water skiing, snow skiing, and spending time with family.

Community Involvement

Knights of Columbus; Volunteer team physician for Des Moines Buccaneers and Dowling Catholic School

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