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Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD
Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 42
Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)
Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Raleigh, NC.
Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 42
Raleigh, NC
Accepting new patients
Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Raleigh, NC.

About Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD

Dr. Nelson graduated from UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER / SAN ANTONIO and completed a residency at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Mi. Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Raleigh, NC. Dr. Nelson currently practices at The Bone & Joint Surgery Clinic and is affiliated with Duke University Hospital and WakeMed Raleigh Campus. Dr. Nelson has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Wrist Sprain or Strain, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Nelson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Nelson also speaks Spanish. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

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Joint Pain
Neuroplasty
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Joint Pain
Neuroplasty
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Carpal Tunnel Release
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger Release
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Trigger Finger
De Quervain's Disease
Lateral Epicondylitis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
De Quervain's Release
Arthrocentesis
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Bursitis
Osteoarthritis
Limb Pain
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Wound Repair
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Medial Epicondylitis
Somatic Nerve Block
Peripheral Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Bursitis
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Broken Arm
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
AC Joint Injury
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Clavicle Fracture
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Hand Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteophyte of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Wrist Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arthroscopic Acromioplasty
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Arthroscopic Wrist Surgery
Basal Thumb Joint Reconstruction
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Glenoid Labrum Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement
Ligament Reconstruction and Tendon Interposition (LRTI) for the Thumb
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Reconstruction
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Shoulder Resurfacing
Shoulder Surgery
Spinal Fusion
Synovial Biopsy
Tendon Repair
Tendon Surgery
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Ligament Reconstruction
Wrist Replacement
Wrist Surgery

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • Humana
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO

Where Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 The Bone & Joint Surgery Clinic
    3801 Wake Forest Rd Ste 220, Raleigh, NC 27609
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00

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Dec 25, 2025
Great service. Knowledgeable, and provided excellent feedback on what I needed to do next.
— Dec 25, 2025
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Meet Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Specialties*
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FAQs About Dr. Nelson's Practice

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nelson's profile.

Dr. Nelson frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Wrist Sprain or Strain, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD is affiliated with Duke University Hospital and WakeMed Raleigh Campus.

Yes, Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER / SAN ANTONIO
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Residency Hospital
  • William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Mi
    2018
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Centre Orthopedique Santy
    2019
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Johnny Nelson, MD Practices

  • Duke University Hospital

    2100 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC

  • WakeMed Raleigh Campus

    3000 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC

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