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Dr. Chris Nelson

Acute Care Surgeon

Surgeon Columbia, MO University Of Missouri Health Care

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Overview

Level

Staff

Tenure

15 years at University Of Missouri Health Care

Gender

Female

Connections

342

Position in HealthTal Database

22,604 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Surgeon specialty. Chris Nelson is one of them.
278 Surgeons are based in MO (out of 26,542 total healthcare contacts in that state).
247 contacts at University Of Missouri Health Care are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical Surgeon compensation in MO: $350,000 – $736,000 (median $511,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of Surgeons in MO: Mercy (19), Columbia Orthopaedic Group (4), Saint Luke's Health System (4).
6% of Surgeons in MO hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
67% of Surgeons in MO have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Education

University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences

Doctor of Medicine - MD

2005

Skills

Acute Care Surgery Trauma Surgery Minimally Invasive Procedures Surgical Critical Care Medical Education

About University Of Missouri Health Care

Industry

Hospitals & Physicians Clinics

Employees

5000+

Revenue

$1B+

Website

muhealth.org

Professional Overview

Dr. Chris Nelson is a Acute Care Surgeon, currently affiliated with University Of Missouri Health Care, based in Columbia, MO. As a surgeon, Dr. Nelson contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Columbia, MO. They have been with University Of Missouri Health Care for 15 years. Dr. Nelson holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Medicine - MD, from University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Core competencies include Acute Care Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Minimally Invasive Procedures, Surgical Critical Care, Medical Education. University Of Missouri Health Care operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit surgeon professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to surgeon specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Columbia, MO healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Chris Nelson located?

Dr. Chris Nelson is based in Columbia, MO. They are currently affiliated with University Of Missouri Health Care.

What is Dr. Chris Nelson's specialty?

Dr. Chris Nelson specializes in Surgeon. Their current role is Acute Care Surgeon.

Where does Dr. Chris Nelson currently work?

Dr. Chris Nelson currently works at University Of Missouri Health Care. They have been there for 15 years.

What is Dr. Chris Nelson's educational background?

Dr. Chris Nelson attended University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

How do I contact Dr. Chris Nelson for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a Surgeon?

Recruiting surgeons typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for surgeons across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a Surgeon in MO?

Surgeons in MO typically earn $350,000 to $736,000 annually, with a median of $511,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.