Overview
George Lester, NP, is a UW Health nurse practitioner in orthopedic surgery. He provides comprehensive orthopedic care for patients with severe injuries to the bones, joints and associated soft tissues such as muscles, tendons and ligaments.Working with UW Health orthopedic surgeons, George’s primary focus is fracture care, specifically complex pelvic and acetabular (socket) fractures, limb salvage, limb reconstruction, amputations, chronic bone and soft tissue infections and non-unions (fractures that don’t heal). He also provides general orthopedic care that includes hip, knee and ankle replacements.Part of George’s role as a nurse practitioner is to explain diagnoses and treatments in easy-to-understand terms. Using a patient-focused approach to care, he takes time to understand his patients’ needs and expectations and answer their questions to ensure they understand procedures and what recovery may look like for them.In his free time, George enjoys spending time with his wife and three active young sons. He is an avid outdoorsman and serves as an assistant Scout Master and District Commissioner for the Scouts of America in Freeport, IL.My goal is to provide compassionate and comprehensive care that exceeds patients’ expectations while pushing everyone around me to a higher standard of care.
His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Lester, NP is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER MEDICARE
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
Locations
1340 Charles St, Suite 100, Rockford, IL 61104
Additional Areas of Focus
Lester 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.
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SwedishAmerican Hospital
Kenneth Korcek is an Orthopedics specialist and a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Korcek is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Tennis Elbow, and Trapeziectomy. Dr. Korcek is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Korcek is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about George W. Lester, NP
How do I make an appointment with George W. Lester, NP?
You can book an appointment with George W. Lester, NP by calling their office at 779-696-1900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
What conditions does George W. Lester, NP specialize in?
While George W. Lester, NP is a Nurse Practitioner, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nurse Practitioner.
Does George W. Lester, NP accept my insurance?
George W. Lester, NP accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 779-696-1900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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