Allison Nelson, PA-C

• Physician Assistant

Appointment Line: 630-455-2621

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Biography

Alli Nelson, PA-C is a board certified physician assistant who specializes in orthopedics with an emphasis on joint replacement and sports medicine. She is licensed to practice and prescribe medicine in the state of Illinois under physician supervision. Alli joined Hinsdale Orthopaedics in February 2023 and works alongside Dr. Michael Durkin. She assists in the operating room, hospital rounds and clinical settings. Alli has her own schedule where she provides care and treatment for patients as well as joint injections, pre-operative evaluations and post-operative care.

Alli received her bachelor’s degree in molecular/cellular biology at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Indiana. She also received minors in chemistry, psychology, and neuroscience. Alli went on to earn her master’s degree in physician assistant studies at Dominican University in River Forest, Illinois. Prior to attending PA school, Alli worked as a medical assistant in orthopedics where she developed a passion for the specialty. Working together as a team, she and Dr. Durkin focus on the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of shoulder, knee and hip conditions.

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