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Mark Nelson, MD

  • Orthopedic Surgery
Mark Nelson, MD
Accepts new patients
age-group-adults-color Treats adults

Contact

9834 Genesee Ave
#223
La Jolla, CA 92037
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Phone Number
858-777-7917

Expertise

  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Spine Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Languages

  • English

Biography

Dr. Mark Nelson is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in spine care. He can help patients recover from spinal stenosis, herniated discs, sciatica and other conditions. Most patients can choose from a spectrum of treatment options – starting with conservative measures, such as medications and physical therapy, to mid-level interventions, including epidural steroid injections, to surgical options. For many patients, a stepwise approach is the best strategy, starting with basic measures and progressing to more advanced interventions if the problem persists. Dr. Nelson believes the best treatment is the simplest, safest option that relieves pain and restores function.

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopedics, 2005

Medical Education

  • University of Utah School of Medicine, MD, 1995

Internships

  • George Washington University Hospital, General Surgery, 1996

Residencies

  • George Washington University Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2000

Fellowships

  • Hospital for Special Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Spine, 2002

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