Joel Wells, MD, MPH, FAAOS
Hip Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Hip Preservation
Hip Surgery..., Orthopedic Surgery, Hip Preservation
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Locations of Joel Wells, MD, MPH, FAAOS
Baylor Scott & White Hip Preservation Center - McKinney
5220 W University Dr Ste 220, McKinney, TX, 75071
6604.0mi
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- Monday:8:00 am-4:00 pm
- Tuesday:8:00 am-4:00 pm
- Wednesday:8:00 am-4:00 pm
- Thursday:8:00 am-4:00 pm
- Friday:8:00 am-12:00 pm
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Biography
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Joel Wells, MD, MPH, FAAOS, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing exclusively in hip preservation surgery, hip replacement and complex hip reconstruction. He sees patients in McKinney, Texas, and serves ... as Medical Director of the Comprehensive Hip Center Program at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – McKinney. Dr. Wells provides advanced treatment for a wide range of hip conditions, including hip dysplasia, femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), labral tears, hip arthritis, Perthes disease and complex hip deformities. His surgical expertise includes periacetabular osteotomy (PAO), hip arthroscopy, open hip preservation surgery, hip sports medicine procedures, anterior total hip replacement, hip resurfacing and complex hip reconstruction. He is committed to helping adolescents and adults reduce pain, restore mobility and return to the activities they enjoy. As part of Baylor Scott & White Orthopedics, Dr. Wells is backed by a comprehensive team of orthopedic specialists across North Texas, providing coordinated care and access to advanced orthopedic services through more than 30 convenient locations. A native Texan, Dr. Wells grew up in Abilene, where he was valedictorian of Abilene Cooper High School. He earned his undergraduate degree from Abilene Christian University, where he was a four-year baseball letterman and was drafted by the New York Mets before choosing a career in medicine. Known for his personalized approach to care, Dr. Wells is deeply dedicated to his patients and strives to deliver exceptional outcomes through compassion, communication and innovation. Dr. Wells has been repeatedly recognized for excellence in orthopedic care, earning recognition as a D Magazine Best Doctor and being named a Texas Super Doctor by Texas Monthly. As part of Baylor Scott & White Orthopedics, Dr. Wells is backed by a comprehensive team of orthopedic experts across North Texas. Our extensive network offers specialized care for every part of the body, with convenient access through more than 30 locations. D Magazine has named Baylor Scott & White Orthopedics the "Face of Orthopedics" for 2026. Read more here. Dr. Joel Wells is committed to educating patients and the community about hip health, hip preservation and advances in orthopedic care. Through articles, interviews and media features, he shares expert insights on hip dysplasia, hip pain, hip replacement and innovative treatment options designed to help patients restore mobility and stay active. • Hip dysplasia: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatments to keep you moving well. • Treating hip pain with less invasive techniques. • Dr. Wells was recently featured in a Local Profile article about "How Baylor Scott & White Is Helping Collin County Move Better". • Featured on CBS Texas, orthopedic hip specialist Dr. Joel Wells discusses advanced treatment options for hip dysplasia, hip pain, and hip preservation surgery that help patients regain mobility and return to the activities they love. View More |
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| Education: Tulane University School of Medicine (2010) |
| Internship: Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital (2011) |
| Residency: Orthropedic Surgery, Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Program (2015) |
| Fellowship: Joint Preservation, Resurfacing, & Reconstruction, Washington University (2016) |
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| Orthopaedic Surgery- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery |
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| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - McKinney |
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Patient Ratings (536)
The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey .
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| 5.0 | Provider included you in decisions | |
| 5.0 | Provider showed concern | |
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Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Patients appreciate
Dr. Joel Wells receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients, with the vast majority of reviews awarding five stars. Patients consistently praise his exceptional bedside manner, describing him as caring, compassionate, kind, and genuinely invested in their wellbeing. Many reviewers highlight that he takes his time during appointments, listens attentively, answers all questions thoroughly, and explains diagnoses, X-rays, and treatment plans in clear, understandable terms without feeling rushed. His clinical expertise and surgical skill, particularly in hip replacement and hip preservation surgery, are frequently commended, with many patients reporting excellent surgical outcomes and improved quality of life. Numerous reviewers also praise his supportive office staff, describing the practice as professional, efficient, and welcoming, and several patients specifically noted his thoroughness in reviewing imaging and medical history before appointments.
Patients also share
Opportunities for improvement mentioned in the reviews are minimal and appear in only isolated instances. One reviewer noted confusion about paperwork, wondering if something had been misdirected. Another single review mentioned that Dr. Wells was very informative but "went through really quickly," which contrasts with the majority sentiment that he doesn't rush patients. A few reviewers referenced long wait times to secure an appointment (one mentioning a five-plus month wait), though this was framed as a testament to his popularity rather than a complaint about care quality. These isolated concerns are vastly outweighed by positive feedback and do not represent a consistent pattern.