Dr. Scott Nelson

Foot and Ankle Surgeon · Catholic Health Initiatives

Surgeon Omaha, NE

Overview

Level
Staff
Gender
Male

Experience

Foot and Ankle SurgeonCurrent
Catholic Health Initiatives
Omaha, NE

Education

Nebraska Wesleyan University
Bachelors
1992 – 1996
Des Moines University
1996 – 2000

Skills

Surgery Reconstructive Surgery Ankle Arthroscopy Medicine Surgeons Foot Board Certified Sports Medicine Orthopedic Pediatrics Wound Care Medical Education Podiatry

About Catholic Health Initiatives

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+

Professional Overview

Dr. Scott Nelson is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, currently affiliated with Catholic Health Initiatives, based in Omaha, NE. As a surgeon, Dr. Nelson contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Omaha, NE. Dr. Nelson holds academic credentials, including Bachelors, from Nebraska Wesleyan University and Des Moines University. Core competencies include Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, Ankle, Arthroscopy, Medicine. Catholic Health Initiatives 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 direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. 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 Omaha, NE 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.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 22,604 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Surgeon specialty. Scott Nelson is one of them.
  • 92 Surgeons are based in NE (out of 8,265 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 264 contacts at Catholic Health Initiatives are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Surgeon compensation in NE: $353,000 – $744,000 (median $516,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Surgeons in NE: University Of Nebraska Medical Center (7), Orthowest (3), The Urology Center (3).
  • 1% of Surgeons in NE hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 62% of Surgeons in NE have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

Recruiting Surgeon

Healthcare professionals with Surgeon expertise are recruited nationwide. Direct outreach via email and phone produces significantly faster placements than relying on job boards or passive candidates. HealthTal's database provides personal contact data, matched to public licensing data in the NPI registry where the professional holds an NPI.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Scott Nelson located?

Dr. Scott Nelson is based in Omaha, NE. They are currently affiliated with Catholic Health Initiatives.

What is Dr. Scott Nelson's specialty?

Dr. Scott Nelson specializes in Surgeon. Their current role is Foot and Ankle Surgeon.

Where does Dr. Scott Nelson currently work?

Dr. Scott Nelson currently works at Catholic Health Initiatives.

What is Dr. Scott Nelson's educational background?

Dr. Scott Nelson attended Nebraska Wesleyan University and Des Moines University.

How do I contact Dr. Scott Nelson for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a Surgeon?

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What is the average salary for a Surgeon in NE?

Surgeons in NE typically earn $353,000 to $744,000 annually, with a median of $516,000. 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.

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