John Nelson, MD, MHM, FACP, is a prominent expert in hospital medicine practice management with over three decades of experience as a hospitalist.

Dr. Nelson is one of the co-founders of the Society of Hospital Medicine and has been a pivotal figure in advancing the field of hospitalist practice on a national level.

With a strong background in practice management consulting, Dr. Nelson also actively practices at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue, Washington, where he holds the position of medical director.

As a seasoned practitioner, Dr. Nelson brings a wealth of firsthand experience in managing a hospitalist practice, lending him credibility and insight when working with client organizations.

Dr. Nelson is highly sought after as a speaker and writer, focusing on hospital medicine topics. He plays a significant role as a course co-director and faculty member for the Society of Hospital Medicine's practice management courses and contributes a monthly column to The Hospitalist magazine.

Committed to education, Dr. Nelson has a background in healthcare management from WFU.

Formerly, Dr. Nelson held the position of Medical Director of Hospitalist Practice at Overlake Hospital Medical Center and served as the Co-founder and Past President of the Society of Hospital Medicine. He also operates as a consultant at Nelson Flores Hospital Medicine Consultants.