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Dr. James Nelson Jr, MD

Dr. James Nelson Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. James Nelson Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Alexandria, MN. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Alomere Health and Centracare-Rice Memorial Hospital.

Practice

111 17th Ave E Ste 101 Alexandria, MN 56308

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(320) 762-1144

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nelson Jr is affiliated with Glacial Ridge Hospital Glenwood, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nelson Jr specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Nelson Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Alexandria, MN. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Alomere Health and Centracare-Rice Memorial Hospital.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Unavail111 17th Ave E Ste 101 Alexandria, MN 56308
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Glacial Ridge Hospital

    10 4th Ave SE
    Glenwood, MN 56334
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    95%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Alomere Health

    111 17th Ave E
    Alexandria, MN 56308
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Centracare-Rice Memorial Hospital

    301 Becker Ave SW
    Willmar, MN 56201

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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