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Dr. Duncan Wells, MD

Dr. Duncan Wells, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Duncan Wells, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Woodstock, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center and Northside Hospital Cherokee. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 138 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (138 reviews)

Practice

970 Woodstock Pkwy Ste 310 Woodstock, GA 30188

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Wells is affiliated with Northside Hospital Cherokee Canton, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Wells' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wells

4.8
138 ratings, 107 with a written review
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great Dr.
Great Dr.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Billy Darby – May 22, 2022
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Excellent Services and Support
Spent appropriate time and communication with me to understand issue and recommended a simple straightforward course of action. Staff is great. Appointment time was on time and had sufficient time with Dr. Wells. Would strongly recommend Dr. Wells.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Randy – May 18, 2022
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To whom ever needs an outstanding Orthopedic Physi
Excellent bedside manner, well informed for pt information, ask a lot of questions of your diagnosis, I met him 2 years ago when I had fallen and had to have surgery and would recommend him to everyone
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Chris Fell – May 06, 2022
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I have been seeing Dr. Wells since 2003 when I was hit head-on by a drunk driver. He was on call that evening for which I am very grateful. He has provided excellent care every time I have been to him, including 13 surgeries. I highly recommend him to anyone needing orthopedic care. Absolutely the best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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A. Gabke – Mar 20, 2022
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Its my pleasure to recommend this great team, because they are the best. Very attentive, professional caring and understanding, they make you feel at ease and comfortable even when you’re in pain. Dr Wells is very approachable, knowledgeable smart and easy to talk to. He took his time and listen to my concerns and answered all my questions. I receive the best care from the team. Thanks you Atlas Orthopedics.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mrs Lawrence – Feb 16, 2022
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Dr. Wells is very knowledgeable and a very nice person.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Michael Mansur – Dec 17, 2021
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The appointment with Dr. Wells went very well. The staff is very friendly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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C. Henningsen – Dec 02, 2021
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Dr. Wells is awesome. He is ALWAYS on time and very friendly. Doesn't make you feel like an idiot because you are in pain. Takes helping you very serious. Staff is awesome as well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Toni – Aug 13, 2021
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Yes, I would recommend Dr. Wells to anyone. I've been a patient of his since Nov 1, 2011. I've had both knees replaced, left shoulder surgery, collateral ligament surgery and i recently fell and broke my left wrist. i'll be having surgery this Friday for my wrist. I like Dr. Wells's bedside manner and he's the first ortho doc i would go to for my ortho needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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I.M.M. – Jul 14, 2021
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DR. Wells has served the Family on rare occasions over the years without fail. A very intuitive Physician who knows the ropes but more importantly enjoys his Life's work and it shows. If you want the best go to the Well (s)!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 25, 2021
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Dr. Wells allowed me time to express my concerns in my own words at the beginning of my visit.He has a very professional yet caring manner that put me at ease. I appreciated the fact that he referred me out for an MRI to really see what was wrong with my knee before suggesting treatment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 22, 2021
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From the first phone call, I knew this practice would be a good fit. The staff was welcoming, and Dr Wells listened and asked all the right questions to determine the best course of treatment. There's so much difference in a single practitioner, and an impersonal group practice. It was a very positive experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bonnie Nichols – Jun 17, 2021
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First, I must say that everyone I encountered at that office was extremely friendly and professional. I was brought into the examination room in a very timely manner. I went in for what I was confident was a distal bicep tear. Dr. Wells confirmed he thought it was a distal tear within a few minutes of seeing me. He then said he wanted to refer me to a sports orthopedic doctor which surprised me. He gave me the name and number of Dr. Robert Kelly at Resurgens. I was out of Dr. Wells office in five minutes and it cost me $150 copay! I called Dr. Kelly at Resurgens, gave them all my information and was the transferred to Dr. Kelly’s office to schedule an appointment. Got a recording and left a detailed message and 48 hours later I still have not heard back from them. I have contacted another doctor and have an appointment on next Tuesday. So all in all my experience with Dr. Wells cost me $150 and 2 days of time for nothing??????? Very friendly but I would not recommend...
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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MB – May 22, 2021
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Straight to the point...
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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JimDuncan – May 20, 2021
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Very friendly staff and very welcoming.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Brian D – May 20, 2021
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Dr Wells is always professional and caring. His Team is also very nice and friendly. I highly recommend
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 11, 2021
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Prompt, courteous, knowledgeable and easy to talk with.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Julia – Apr 12, 2021
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I suffered with foot pain for years. After several visits to a large orthopedic practice with no relief, I went to Dr Wells because he’s not part of a large group. He tried to offer surgical alternatives , but when I was adamant about surgery, he thoroughly explained the procedure and recovery. I can finally say I can now walk with zero pain thanks to him. It’s not an exaggeration to say he had changed my life
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kara Kiefer – Apr 07, 2021
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I met Dr. Wells during an ER visit while he was on call. Needed a rod/screws inserted in my leg for a tibia/fibula fracture. He did a wonderful job and surgery was successful. He is very meticulous and spent a lot of time with me during subsequent office visits as this was a pretty traumatic experience. His office staff is lovely and I will not hesitate to use him in the future if a need arises.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mp – Mar 11, 2021
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Very compassionate and caring doctor and staff. Very efficient staff also. So glad to have found him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 04, 2021
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About Me

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Dr. Duncan Wells, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Woodstock, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center and Northside Hospital Cherokee. He is accepting new patients.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Royal Perth Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • La Co Umc Center

    Residency Hospital, 1992
  • Emory University

    Medical School, 1987
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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  • French

Locations

Practice

3 Corners Rehab Group LLC970 Woodstock Pkwy Ste 310 Woodstock, GA 30188
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northside Hospital Cherokee

    450 Northside Cherokee Blvd
    Canton, GA 30115
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    19% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center

    304 Turner McCall Blvd SW
    Rome, GA 30165

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center

    677 Church St NE
    Marietta, GA 30060
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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