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Dr. Kristen Wells, MD

General Surgery* Age 53
Dr. Kristen Wells, MD
3.7 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. Kristen Wells, MD

General Surgery* Age 53
Seattle, WA
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27 years of experience
Dr. Kristen Wells, MD is a General Surgeon in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Wells graduated from Rush University. Dr. Kristen Wells, MD is a General Surgeon in Seattle, WA and has 27 years experience. Dr. Wells currently practices at Virginia Mason Medical Center and are affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center. At present, Dr. Wells received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Wells' office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Wells is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Trustworthy

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Locations

  1. 1 Virginia Mason Medical Center
    1100 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101

Experience and Background Check

Colorectal Cancer
Biopsy of Breast
Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Biopsy of Breast
Gallstones
Abdominal Pain
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Hemorrhoids
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Umbilical Hernia
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Colectomy
Colostomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Thoracentesis
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open

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3.7
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Dec 02, 2021
Dr. Wells was easy to talk with, explained things really well, and helped us understand recommendations and decisions. Because of her, we were able to avoid surgery!
— Dec 02, 2021
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Kristen Wells, MD is a general surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 26 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Rush University in 1997. She specializes in General Surgery.
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Rush University
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kristen Wells, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Wells' profile.

Dr. Kristen Wells, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Kristen Wells, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Dr. Wells has over 27 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

    925 Seneca St, Seattle, WA

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