Overview
As a fellowship-trained orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon, Clayton Nelson, MD specializes in treatment for a broad spectrum of elbow, wrist and hand conditions, including minimally invasive techniques. After completing his fellowship at the Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center, he went on to complete advanced training in microsurgical techniques and wrist arthroscopy under world-renowned plastic surgeons in Madrid, Spain. He has combined his education and research endeavors to contribute several published articles concerning hand injuries, arthritis and advanced nerve compression techniques and has a special focus on the treatment of upper extremity injuries among athletes. He is an active member in multiple surgical societies and travels annually to Peru for orthopedic missions. Dr. Nelson has been recognized as a top orthopedic surgeon by The Oklahoman Readers' Choice Awards. He enjoys working with his patients to understand their needs and expectations in order to offer multiple options to help restore form and function to their upper extremity, so they can return to the activities they enjoy.
Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, and Trigger Thumb.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
13401 N. Western Ave., Suite 301, Oklahoma City, OK 73114
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Nelson has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Clayton Nelson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Clayton Nelson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Clayton Nelson by calling their office at 405-218-2530. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Clayton Nelson a top-rated expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Clayton Nelson is classified as an Advanced expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Clayton Nelson specialize in?
While Dr. Clayton Nelson is a Hand Surgery, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hand Surgery.
Does Dr. Clayton Nelson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Clayton Nelson has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Clayton Nelson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Clayton Nelson accept my insurance?
Dr. Clayton Nelson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 405-218-2530 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
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- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Nelson isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
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- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Ganglion CystDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- Scaphoid Non-UnionDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Scaphoid Non-Union.
- SynovitisDr. Nelson isExperienced. Learn about Synovitis.