Lynn Nelson, MD

University	Degree	Focus	Graduated
University Of Ia College of Medicine- Iowa City Ia	Other Degree		1988
Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas	Medical Degree		1988

Institution	Focus	Year
Residency - Clarian Indiana University Hospital, Orthopedic Surgery		Not Specified
Residency - Indiana University / School of Medicine		1993
Residency - Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program		Not Specified

Certification	Cert. Body	Year
Orthopaedic Surgery	Orthopaedic Surgery	Not Specified

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Review by Anonymous on June 26, 2026 -

Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Fort Dodge - 2700 1st Ave. S.

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Comment - “ Dr. Nelson was very good and lis... ”

Dr. Nelson was very good and listened to my concerns.

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“Dr. Nelson was very good and lis...”

Dr. Nelson was very good and listened to my concerns.

Anonymous 06/26/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 06, 2026 -

Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Fort Dodge - 2700 1st Ave. S.

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Comment - “ The best doctor's visit I've had... ”

The best doctor's visit I've had in ages. Dr Nelson answers all questions in a caring, educational and compassionate manner. Very helpful. He showed me my images and went over them with me in detail.

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“The best doctor's visit I've had...”

The best doctor's visit I've had in ages. Dr Nelson answers all questions in a caring, educational and compassionate manner. Very helpful. He showed me my images and went over them with me in detail.

Anonymous 01/06/2026

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Review by Anonymous on June 28, 2025 -

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Comment - “ Dr. Nelson is excellent.... ”

Dr. Nelson is excellent.

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“Dr. Nelson is excellent....”

Dr. Nelson is excellent.

Anonymous 06/28/2025

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Review by Anonymous on August 18, 2024 -

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Comment - “ Monique and Dr. Nelson are the b... ”

Monique and Dr. Nelson are the best. So is the first nurse but I can't remember her name

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“Monique and Dr. Nelson are the b...”

Monique and Dr. Nelson are the best. So is the first nurse but I can't remember her name

Anonymous 08/18/2024

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Review by Anonymous on June 10, 2024 -

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I should have asked more questions.

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“I should have asked more questio...”

I should have asked more questions.

Anonymous 06/10/2024

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Review by Anonymous on January 30, 2026 -

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I've already recommended Dr. L. Nelson to others.

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“I've already recommended Dr. L. ...”

I've already recommended Dr. L. Nelson to others.

Anonymous 01/30/2026

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Review by Anonymous on October 27, 2025 -

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Comment - “ Absolutely love Dr. Nelson and a... ”

Absolutely love Dr. Nelson and all of his staff.

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“Absolutely love Dr. Nelson and a...”

Absolutely love Dr. Nelson and all of his staff.

Anonymous 10/27/2025

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Review by Anonymous on June 03, 2025 -

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Comment - “ I recommend ISH to everyone who ... ”

I recommend ISH to everyone who asks where I am going for healthcare. I'm always amazed by how friendly all the staff is.

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“I recommend ISH to everyone who ...”

I recommend ISH to everyone who asks where I am going for healthcare. I'm always amazed by how friendly all the staff is.

Anonymous 06/03/2025

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Review by Anonymous on July 31, 2024 -

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Will not hesitate to recommend Dr. Nelson and his team!

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“Will not hesitate to recommend D...”

Will not hesitate to recommend Dr. Nelson and his team!

Anonymous 07/31/2024

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Review by Anonymous on April 06, 2024 -

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Comment - “ Good experience... ”

Good experience

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“Good experience...”

Good experience

Anonymous 04/06/2024

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Michelle Pearson, ARNP - Nurse Practitioner

Monique Bailey, ARNP - Physician Assistant

Steven Harmer, MD - Internal Medicine Physician

Baylee O'Brien, LISW - Counselor

Abby Young, A-GNP - Nurse Practitioner

Danielle McMillen, DO - Surgeon

Allison Sykes, CADC, LISW - Social Worker

Phillip Greenfield, DPM - Podiatrist

Lori Krome, MD - Emergency Medicine Physician

Alexander Conley, PA-C - Physician Assistant

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