Dr. Nathanson was born in Washington, DC. He is married and has three children and one granddaughter.

Dr. Nathanson is a graduate of Georgetown University. He attended the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine where he received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree. While attending the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine, Dr. Nathanson was a member of the Pi Delta Alpha National Honor Society for outstanding scholastic achievement.

Dr. Nathanson completed his podiatric surgical residency at NHE Community Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. He served as Chief of Podiatry at William Beaumont Army Medical Center where he trained Orthopedic residents in surgical and diagnostic methods. In addition, he was an adjunct professor at the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Nathanson is a Diplomat of the American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine. In addition, he is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine. While practicing in El Paso, Texas Dr. Nathanson served as Chief of Podiatry at Sierra Medical Center.

Dr. Nathanson is active in various state and local Podiatric Medical Associations. Previously, he has been a member of the Board of Directors for the Texas Podiatric Medical Association.

Dr. Nathanson enjoys the surgical and non-surgical treatment of the foot including sports and work related injuries.

Dr. Nathanson particiaptes in many commercial insurance plans but he does not accept Medicaid.