Cory Nelson, M.D.

Practice: OrthoArizona

Specialty: Orthopedics: Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine

Office locations: Scottsdale, Fountain Hills

Most recent review: 4 days ago New
4.9 out of 5
1.3K Ratings
497 Comments

Dr. Cory Nelson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the management of injuries in youth and adult patients. He emphasizes patient-centered communication and care and has in-depth expertise in the latest minimally invasive, arthroscopic techniques for the shoulder, knee, and elbow.

4.9 out of 5
1.3K Ratings
497 Comments

Dr. Cory Nelson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the management of injuries in youth and adult patients. He emphasizes patient-centered communication and care and has in-depth expertise in the latest minimally invasive, arthroscopic techniques for the shoulder, knee, and elbow.

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Friend and very easy to work with !!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 days ago) Nov-2026

Honestly the time and attention Dr. Nelson spent post surgery and the first two follow ups were not up to what I expected. Incredible brief. Maybe it's due to the way insurance bills him I don't...but I expected more.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
(4 days ago) Nov-2026

Good dialogue Positive action taken Plausable recommendations

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 days ago) Nov-2026

The schedule was on time. All team members are fast and efficient. Dr Cory was proficient and to the point. I would recommend him!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(6 days ago) Nov-2026

Experiencing shoulder pain for about 3 weeks. The last week was not able to work due to a lot of pain in my right shoulder. Doctor Cory Nelson diagnosed me with severe tendinitis, but said that I can work with my left hand (even though at my job I need to type and work in multiple computer application at once needing to move my arm fast and continuously for 9.5 hours). He also said that I cannot be in a lot of pain. I found that outrageous, how does he know the level of pain I am experiencing? It is not his job to say that. Severe tendinitis can be very painful. Stay away from Dr Cory Nelson. He was so unprofessional, rushed me and was very unsympathetic.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
(6 days ago) Nov-2026

Dr Nelson was very kind, attentive and thorough.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(6 days ago) Nov-2026

Excellent communications. Was not in a hurry, answered all my questions in detail. Shared very honest advice pertaining to different options that I can take.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(6 days ago) Nov-2026

Very kind professional and helpful!! Very compassionate..

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(6 days ago) Nov-2026

Initial appt and enjoyed interaction. Dr. Nelson was very engaging and had a pleasant demeanor. More importantly he advised of process, completed a thorough range of motion process on my shoulder and decided off initial assessment an MRI woukd guve him a better understanding of the extent of my injury and the ability to make better recommendation for corrective action.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(6 days ago) Nov-2026

DR Cory is amazing very talented and friendly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago) Nov-2026