Dr. Cory Nelson, MD
Dr. Cory Nelson, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Scottsdale, AZ and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nelson has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as HonorHealth Sonoran Crossing Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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8405 N Pima Center Pkwy Ste 101 Scottsdale, AZ 85258Make an Appointment
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Dr. Nelson specializes in the non-operative and operative management of injuries in youth and adult patients of all skill levels from recreational to professional athletes. He excels in patient-centered care to help his patients, who span all ages, get back to a healthy, active, and pain-free lifestyle.biography
Originally from Arizona, Dr. Nelson received his Doctorate of Medicine at The George Washington University. Upon completion of his medical degree, Dr. Nelson went on to do his orthopedic surgical residency at Stony Brook University in New York. ...read moreSports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
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Stony Brook University
Residency HospitalGeorge Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
Medical School, 2003
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- Recipient of 11
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 13
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home83%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family14% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 2
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
82%Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean5% higher than the national average
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Compare Dr. Nelson with our nearby Sports Medicine Specialists at St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center.
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(602) 385-0976.
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