Overview
Dr. William Nelson, M.D. is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Preventative Medicine, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Nelson completed his residency at University of North Carolina. He is a member of the Aerospace Medicine Association and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (415) 206-8812.Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Orthopedic Surgeon
Aerospace Medicine Specialist
Education & Training
University of North Carolina (Residency)
U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (Residency)
USAF, Aerospace Medicine, TX, USA (Residency)
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC USA (Internship)
UNC Chapel Hill, NC, USA (Internship)
Hand Surgery / Sports Medicine, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA USA (Fellowship)
Sports Medicine, American Sports Medicine Institute, Birmingham, AL USA (Fellowship)
Amer Sports Med Institute, Sports Medicine, AL, USA (Fellowship)
Univ of Virginia, Hand Surgery & Sports Med, VA, USA (Fellowship)
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Preventative Medicine
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 1995
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2005
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. William Nelson, may include:
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. William Nelson, may include:
Allograft Reconstruction, Ankle Second Opinion, Arthrodesis, Arthropathy, Arthroscopy, Cartilage Transplantation, Casting and Splinting, Deformity Correction (Post Trauma), Diskectomy / Discectomy, Elbow Replacement Surgery, Elbow Surgery, Fingers Reconstruction, Hand and Wrist Reconstruction, Hand Surgery, Head and Neck Reconstruction, Hip and Knee Surgery Consultation, Hip and Knee Surgery Follow Up, Hip arthroscopy, Hip Replacement Surgery, Hip Surgery, Independent Medical Exam (Orthopedic), Joint Contracture Release, Knee arthroscopy, Knee Replacement Surgery, Knee Surgery, Kyphoplasty, Laminectomy, Ligament Reconstruction, Limb Lengthening and Realignment, Limb Reconstruction, Musculoskeletal Surgery, Nail Cement Spacer Reconstruction, Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Surgery, Orthopedic Brace, Orthopedic Consultation, Orthopedic Consultation (Ankle), Orthopedic Consultation (Spine), Orthopedic Follow Up, Orthopedic Follow Up (Ankle), Orthopedic Follow Up (Spine), Orthopedic Reconstruction Consultation, Orthopedic Reconstruction Follow Up, Orthopedic Second Opinion, Orthopedic Trauma, Orthopedic Trauma Follow Up, Osteotomy, Partial Knee Replacement, Prosthetics, Reverse Shoulder Replacement, Revisional Hip Replacement Surgery, Revisional Knee Replacement Surgery, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Consultation, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Follow up, Spinal Cord Minimally Invasive Surgery, Spinal Cord Reconstructive Surgery, Spinal Cord Second Opinion, Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation Consultation, Spinal Cord Surgery, Spinal Cord Surgery Consultation, Spinal Cord Tumor, Spinal Infusions, Spine Immobilization, Spine Specialist Consultation, Spine Specialist Follow Up, Total Hip Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, Total Shoulder Replacement, Vertebroplasty and Viscosupplementation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nelson's office.
Insurances
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Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Locations
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Aerospace Medicine Association
Member
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Member
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. William Nelson accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. William Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Nelson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (415) 206-8812 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Dr. William Nelson offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (415) 206-8812 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Dr. William Nelson speak?
Dr. William Nelson speaks English.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Nelson have?
Dr. William Nelson is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board of Preventative Medicine.
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