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Dr. J Wells, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 50
Dr. J Wells, MD
4.8 (56 Ratings)

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Dr. J Wells, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Johnson City, TN.
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Dr. J Wells, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 50
Johnson City, TN
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22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. J Wells, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Johnson City, TN.

About

Dr. Wells graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine in 2002 and completed a residency at Ohio Center Of Orthopaedic Excellence.Dr. J Wells, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Johnson City, TN and has 22 years experience. Dr. Wells currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Holston Valley Medical Center. Dr. Wells has experience treating conditions like Rotator Cuff Tear and Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Wells received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 56 times. Dr. Wells' office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Wells is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Rotator Cuff Tear
Joint Pain
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Rotator Cuff Tear
Joint Pain
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Rotator Cuff Tear
Joint Pain
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Knee Arthroscopy
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Elbow Sprain
Femur Fracture
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Piriformis Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Bunion
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Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fibular Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Injuries
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Meniscus Injuries
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Orthopedic Disorders
Orthopedic Trauma
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Labral Tear
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Torticollis
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroplasty
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Surgery
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Surgery
Synovial Biopsy
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Point Injection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Locations

  1. 1 Watauga Orthopaedics PLC.
    2410 Susannah St, Johnson City, TN 37601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 282-9011
    Monday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Saturday
    10:00 - 14:00
  2. 2 Watauga Orthopaedics PLC
    875 Larry Neil Way, Kingsport, TN 37660
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 282-9570
  3. 3 Watauga Orthopaedics PLC
    340 Steeles Rd, Bristol, TN 37620
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4.8
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Sep 28, 2023
Dr. Wells did an awesome job on my shoulder surgery. During the follow up appointment he an answered all questions to my satisfaction. It has been six weeks since the surgery and my shoulder is doing great. If you have to have surgery, then he is the Dr. that you want to do it.
Darrel — Sep 28, 2023
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
    2002
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Ohio Center Of Orthopaedic Excellence
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. J Wells, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Wells' profile.

Dr. Wells frequently treats the following conditions: Rotator Cuff Tear and Joint Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. J Wells, MD is affiliated with Holston Valley Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. J Wells, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Holston Valley Medical Center

    130 W Ravine Rd, Kingsport, TN