Meet the Surgeons

Lynn M. Nelson
Lynn M. Nelson, M.D.
Spine Surgery

Dr. Nelson completed Fellowship Training in the treatment of spinal injuries and disorders. His practice frequently involves the treatment of cervical (neck) and lumbar (lower back), disk herniations, vertebral malalignment, and trauma. Dr. Nelson has published scientific papers concerning the spine.

Joined DMOS in 1994

Hometown: Goldfield, Iowa
Undergraduate Education: Buena Vista College, 1983, Storm Lake, Iowa
Medical School: University of Iowa; M.D., 1984-1988, Iowa City, Iowa
Orthopaedic Residency: Indiana University School of Medicine, 1988-1993, Indianapolis, Indiana
Fellowship Training: Adult and Pediatric Spine Surgery, University of Kansas, Medical Center, 1993-1994, Kansas City, Kansas

Professional Memberships

  • Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Member, Iowa Orthopaedic Society
  • Member, North American Spine Society

Locations where procedures are performed

  • Methodist West Hospital
  • Iowa Methodist Medical Center
  • Orthopaedic Outpatient Surgery Center

Primary Office Location - DMOS West