Dr. Lawrence Nelson DO
Trauma Surgeon | Trauma Surgery
8103 Burden Rd Machesney Park IL, 61115About
Dr. Lawrence Nelson is a trauma surgeon practicing in Machesney Park, IL. Dr. Nelson specializes in both operative and non-operative management to treat life threatening, traumatic injuries. Some commonly operated areas include the stomach, colon, spleen and pancreas and trauma surgeons also work with other surgeons to stabilize patients in critical condition. Typically, trauma surgeons work in the emergency care area of a hospital.
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