Clayton Ellis Nelson, MD
Hand Surgery
3315 Kethley Rd
Shawnee, OK 74804 Directions
4.9 out of 5
181 verified ratings
181 Ratings, 70 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Mar 6, 2026
He was personable and friendly. He explained my condition very well and was very thorough.
Mar 5, 2026
He is very knowledgeable and explained the situation thoroughly and in a way that I could understand.
Mar 3, 2026
Can't say enough good things!
Feb 27, 2026
I understand from his ratings he is an excellent doctor in his specialty which is why I picked him
Feb 24, 2026
He has always been so caring.
Feb 24, 2026
Caring and understanding treatment. Excellent staff
Feb 23, 2026
He listens to me.
Feb 18, 2026
Very knowledgeable. Explained all procedures very well. Never seemed rushed.
Feb 18, 2026
All information regarding my hand/wrist issue was clear and I'm confident will be managed correctly.
Feb 17, 2026
Good first experience with Dr Nelson
Feb 10, 2026
He’s a very kind, compassionate doctor.
Feb 5, 2026
Explained all options very well...friendly and professional. Listen to me and made sure I understood.
Feb 3, 2026
He was recommended to me by my primary care physician in Norman. She told me she had had training with a doctor in Italy on hand surgery. He has treated both of my hands and done an excellent job.
Jan 30, 2026
Very nice, caring and informative!
Dec 28, 2025
None at this time.
Dec 24, 2025
Very informative.
Dec 21, 2025
Very experienced and knowledgeable
Dec 17, 2025
Very professional
Dec 16, 2025
Very good doctor would recommend him to anybody
Dec 11, 2025
Dr Nelson EXCELLED IN ALL AREAS FOR MY CARE.
ULTIMATELY BEST I HAVE EXPERIENCED 🙏😉👍
Dec 9, 2025
Great
Nov 23, 2025
My deepest appreciation for Dr Nelson and his staff .
Nov 20, 2025
Outstanding surgeon.
Nov 18, 2025
He is kind, caring and just a great Dr!
Nov 11, 2025
Very thorough and he gave my all of my options and his recommendations and I love that!
Nov 5, 2025
He is the best doctor/surgeon for wrist
Nov 5, 2025
Very professional, cares about his patients and makes them feel very comfortable, an expert in his field. Very highly recommended.
Oct 31, 2025
Thank you, Dr. Nelson.
Oct 30, 2025
He's a great guy, professional, and he let my watch as he explained how it all works!
Oct 28, 2025
He is very caring about his patient i have recommended him to numerous people who may need this surgery.
Oct 28, 2025
Kindness knowledge, information
Oct 24, 2025
Dr Nelson is great with older seniors. He is great with everyone
Oct 19, 2025
Dr.Nelson has treated me multiple times and performed multiple surgeries on me and I have never had any post surgical issues and returned better than ever!
Oct 14, 2025
He's very good
Oct 10, 2025
Dr. Nelson provided an honest assessment of potential surgery outcome. He was thorough in examination and explanation. I appreciate that my time was respected by the entire team and I was not kept waiting at any point in this appointment..
Oct 10, 2025
Dr. Nelson is a great doctor.
Oct 7, 2025
One of the best if not the best Orthopedic Surgeon I’ve ever seen
Oct 4, 2025
Dr. Nelson will be doing my second carpal tunnel surgery as well!
Oct 1, 2025
Dr. Nelson is very kind, giving me his honest opinion about my options. He is very thorough, and knowledgeable.
I am very fortunate that he is my physician.
Thank you Dr. Nelson!
Sep 24, 2025
He is kind and compassionate. Makes me feel like I matter.
Sep 23, 2025
Explained things clearly and ensured all of my questions were answered.
Sep 20, 2025
Dr Nelson is great! He takes time to listen and explains things well. He actually cares about his patients.
Sep 19, 2025
Dr Nelson is professional with an unparalleled bedside manner.
Sep 14, 2025
Dr. Nelson provided me with all information I needed before and following surgery to achieve a positive outcome. We worked together, along with other health team members, to achieve full use of my hand.
Sep 3, 2025
He has treated my hand for five years. Dr . Nelson is absolutely the best and I would recommend him to everyone .
Aug 29, 2025
very professional and kind
Aug 26, 2025
Great guy and very professional. I sincerely appreciate the personal call following my surgery and could not be more pleased with Dr Nelson and staff
Aug 26, 2025
Thank you for being the kind of doctor we need in this world. You and Dr. Easley are amazing at what you do. Keep up the good work.
Aug 14, 2025
He is a great doctor and will have him do another surgery procedure for me.
Aug 11, 2025
He's AN AWESOME HAND DOCTOR 🙌 👍 👌