Dr. David Nielsen, DO
Orthopedic Hand Surgery•Male•Age 53
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Dr. David Nielsen, DO is an orthopedic hand surgery specialist in Rockford, IL and has over 26 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from KIRKSVILLE COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 1996. He is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Mercy Health Pain Center
2400 N Rockton Ave Rockford, IL 61103Make an Appointment
(815) 971-5000Accepting new patients
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Nielsen is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital Charlottesville, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Nielsen's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Nielsen treats Fracture of Hand and Fingers more than 80% of his peers
Dr. Nielsen treats this condition more than 80% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Nielsen treats Joint Pain more than 71% of his peers
Dr. Nielsen treats this condition more than 71% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Nielsen treats Trigger Finger more than 67% of his peers
Dr. Nielsen treats this condition more than 67% of his peers
Dr. Nielsen's conditions and procedures:
- Fracture of Hand and Fingers
- Joint Pain
- Trigger Finger
- Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
- Amputated Finger
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Arm Disorders
- Arm Injuries
- Arthritis of the Wrist
- Broken Arm
- Broken Finger
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Chondrocalcinosis
- Chondromalacia
- Clavicle Fracture
- De Quervain's Disease
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Dupuytrens Contracture
- Elbow Bursitis
- Elbow Fracture
- Elbow Injuries
- Elbow Pain
- Elbow Sprain
- Finger Disorders
- Finger Injuries
- Finger Joint Sprain
- Forearm Injuries
- Ganglion Cyst
- Glenoid Labrum Tear
- Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
- Gout
- Hand Conditions
- Hand Fracture
- Hand Ligament Rupture
- Hand Muscle Strain
- Hand Neuropathy
- Hand Pain
- Hip Tendinitis
- Humerus Fracture
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Knee Dislocation
- Knee Fracture
- Knee Ligament Tears
- Knee Osteophyte
- Knee Sprain
- Knee Tendinitis
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Limb Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
- Meniscus Tear
- Miner's Knee
- Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Hand
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Wrist
- Osteopenia
- Patellar Chondromalacia
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Radiculopathy
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
- Scapular Fracture
- Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Shoulder Diseases
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Fracture
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Shoulder Injuries
- Shoulder Instability
- Shoulder Labral Tear
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Separation
- Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
- Tenosynovitis
- Tibial Fracture
- Ulnar Nerve Entrapment at Wrist
- Wrist Fracture
- Wrist Injuries
- Wrist Pain
- Wrist Sprain
- Arthrocentesis
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- De Quervain's Release
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
- Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
- Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Elbow Replacement
- Elbow Tenotomy
- Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Hand Fracture Treatment Open
- Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
- Hand Tendon Repair
- Joint Drainage
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Replacement
- Neuroplasty
- Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
- Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Replacement
- Somatic Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection
- Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
- Trigger Finger Release
- Wrist Fusion
- Wrist Replacement
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About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Specialties
- Orthopedic Hand Surgery
- Pediatric Hand Surgery
- Orthopedic Surgery
University of South Florida
Fellowship Hospital, 2002
Ohio University
Residency Hospital, 2001
University of New England
Internship Hospital, 1997
KIRKSVILLE COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Medical School, 1996
University of California, San Diego
Undergraduate School, 1992
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Dr. Nielsen's office is located at 2400 N Rockton Ave, Rockford, IL 61103. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.83% Patients that would definitely recommend, 13% higher than the national average
4 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)
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