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Dr. Lori Nelson, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation* Age 54
Dr. Lori Nelson, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

Dr. Lori Nelson, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Chevy Chase, MD.
Dr. Lori Nelson, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. Lori Nelson, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation* Age 54
Chevy Chase, MD
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Lori Nelson, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Chevy Chase, MD.

About Dr. Lori Nelson, MD

Dr. Nelson graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2004 and completed a residency at Boston University Medical Center. Dr. Lori Nelson, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Chevy Chase, MD and has 22 years experience. Dr. Nelson currently practices at MedStar Health: Medical Center at Chevy Chase and is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Suburban Hospital, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Nelson has experience treating conditions like Low Back Pain and Chronic Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Nelson's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Nelson is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Low Back Pain
Chronic Pain
Sciatica
Low Back Pain
Chronic Pain
Sciatica
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Difficulty With Walking
Joint Pain
Herniated Disc
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Gait Abnormality
Spinal Stenosis
Limb Pain
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Chronic Neck Pain
Radiculopathy
Degenerative Disc Disease
Knee Tendinitis
Scoliosis
Spine Deformities
Back Pain
Spinal Nerve Block
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Upper Back Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Bursitis
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Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Pelvic Fracture
Osteoarthritis
Steroid Injection
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Bursitis of Hip
Sacrum Disorders
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Hip Tendinitis
Coccygeal Pain
Hip Dysplasia
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Cancer Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chondromalacia
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
De Quervain's Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Fibromyalgia
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Genu Valgum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Disorders
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lipedema
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Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Neck Pain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phantom Limb Pain
Phantom Limb With Pain
Pinched Nerve
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Concussion Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Postherpetic Neuralgia
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Rib Fracture
Sacral Fracture
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tarlov Cyst
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Arthrocentesis
EMG (Electromyography)
Facet Blocks
Joint Drainage
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
Sympathetic Nerve Block
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
Trigger Point Injection

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • Blue Choice Advantage
  • United Healthcare
  • KeyCare PPO
  • Amerihealth
  • Humana
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Keystone Health Plan East
  • PA Insurance Services
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO

Where Dr. Lori Nelson, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 MedStar Health: Medical Center at Chevy Chase
    5454 Wisconsin Ave # 11, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
  2. 2 MedStar Health: Rehabilitation Physicians at Bethesda
    6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600, Bethesda, MD 20817

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Apr 13, 2023
She has treated me for about two years. Easy to book, short waiting time, and high quality care.
WKW5297 — Apr 13, 2023
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Meet Dr. Lori Nelson, MD

Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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FAQs About Dr. Nelson's Practice

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

Dr. Nelson frequently treats the following conditions: Low Back Pain and Chronic Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lori Nelson, MD is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Suburban Hospital, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center.

Yes, Dr. Lori Nelson, MD holds board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Loma Linda University School of Medicine
    2004
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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.
Internship
  • Drexel Hahnemann
    2005
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Boston University Medical Center
    2008
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Performance Spine and Sports Physicians, P.C.
    2009
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Lori Nelson, MD Practices

  • Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW, Washington, DC

  • Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD

  • MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC

  • MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, Washington, DC

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