

Orthopaedics
Nathan Morrell, M.D.
Associate Professor with Tenure, Orthopaedic Surgery; Director, Hand Surgery Fellowship Program
Albuquerque, NM
Dr. Nathan Morrell, MD is a Hand Surgery Specialist who practices in Albuquerque, NM. He is 45 years old and has been practicing for 17 years.
17+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Education & Training
- Medical Degree: Stanford University (MD)
- Residency: University of New Mexico (Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Fellowship: Brown University (Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Surgery)
Peer Recognition
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- AFSH-HVO Young Surgeon Traveling Fellowship
- Excellence in Teaching Award, Orthopedic Surgery Residents, University of Vermont (2018)
- Exemplary Teacher Award, University of New Mexico (2024)
- Lineberry Scholarship, University of New Mexico School of Medicine
- Top Doc Award, Albuquerque The Magazine (multiple years)
Leadership Roles
- Hand Fellowship Program Director, University of New Mexico
- Director of Education, UNM Hand Surgery Division
- Chair, International Outreach Committee, American Society for Surgery of the Hand
- Member, Board of Directors, Bones Pro Bono
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Hand & Upper Extremity
Conditions & Treatments
Hand & Upper ExtremityHand FracturesWrist Surgery
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Unm Hospital
Experience
17+ years in practice