
Overview
"Dr. Wells is a fellowship-trained comprehensive hip surgeon. He specializes in periacetabular osteotomy, arthroscopic and open hip preservation surgery, hip sports surgery, anterior total hip replacement, hip resurfacing, and hip reconstruction. He has a particular interest in hip dysplasia, femoroacetabular impingement syndrome, Perthes, complex hip deformities and hip research. Dr. Wells is also the medical director of the Comprehensive Hip Center Program at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center — McKinney. Dr. Wells grew up in Abilene, TX, attending Abilene Cooper High School, where he was valedictorian. He then continued his education at Abilene Christian University, where he was a four-year baseball letterman and was drafted by the New York Mets. Choosing medicine over baseball, he knows he made the right choice. He goes to sleep each night contemplating the patients he treated that day and wakes up ready to meet the new ones. He can often be found at his desk handwriting thank-you notes and does not hesitate to make the occasional house call. Dr. Wells says he has the best job in the world. Dr. Wells was recognized by D Magazine as a Best Doctor for 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025. Read Dr. Wells' article, ""Hip dysplasia: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatments to keep you moving well."" Read Dr. Wells' article, ""Treating hip pain with less invasive techniques."" D Magazine has named Baylor Scott & White Orthopedics the ""Face of Orthopedics"" for 2025. Dr. Wells was recently featured in a Local Profile article about ""How Baylor Scott & White Is Helping Collin County Move Better."" Dr. Wells has been named a Texas Super Doctor for 2025 by Texas Monthly.".
Dr. Wells is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.
Dr. Wells is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery- American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients.
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5220 W University Dr, Ste 220, Mckinney, TX 75071
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Dr. Khazzam is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who joined Baylor Scott & White Health following 14 years in practice at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, where he served as the chief of shoulder surgery.Dr. Khazzam specializes in evaluating and treating atraumatic and traumatic shoulder injuries. He specializes in reparative and complex shoulder reconstruction surgery. Dr. Khazzam uses his advanced orthopedics training to provide highly individualized care for patients of all ages and activity levels, from amateur athletes to seasoned pros and beyond. His expertise includes the latest surgical and nonsurgical advancements to alleviate pain and restore function, offering innovative arthroscopic surgery as well as open surgical management procedures, depending on the demands of the disorder. He is uniquely adept at performing revision shoulder surgery, total shoulder replacements, and reverse total shoulder replacements—which are complex surgeries needed for only the severest injuries. Dr. Khazzam is very active in clinical and basic science research, with a primary interest in outcomes-based research and evidence-based medicine. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters. Dr. Khazzam has been named a Texas Super Doctor for 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Texas Monthly. Dr. Khazzam is an active member of American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons. There he holds the distinction of a Neer Circle Fellow which is an honor given to members who have demonstrated significant contributions to the field of shoulder and elbow surgery. Dr. Khazzam is very active in research and has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff (“ARC) study : randomized clinical trial comparing operative and non-operative treatment for rotator cuff tears that develop over time. This study aims to find out which treatment works better and for whom, in order to help patients in the future select the best treatment for them. Degenerative rotator-cuff disorders Current concepts review: revision rotator cuff repair Risk factors associated with degenerative glenohumeral osteoarthritis Obesity is associated with muscle atrophy in rotator cuff tear Risk factor prediction and categorization for glenohumeral osteoarthritis: A classification and regression tree analysis Low success rate of closed reductions when treating dislocations after reverse shoulder arthroplasty Magnetic resonance imaging identification of rotator cuff retears after repair: interobserver and intraobserver agreement Management of glenohumeral joint osteoarthritis evidence-based clinical practice guideline Click here to read more of Dr. Khazzam’s research publications. Dr. Khazzam is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Osteonecrosis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Khazzam is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery- American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Khazzam is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joel E. Wells
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel E. Wells?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel E. Wells by calling their office at 469-800-5750. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joel E. Wells a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joel E. Wells is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteoarthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Joel E. Wells specialize in?
While Dr. Joel E. Wells is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia, and Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Joel E. Wells accept my insurance?
Dr. Joel E. Wells accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-800-5750 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Beukes Familial Hip DysplasiaDr. Wells isAdvanced. Learn about Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Wells isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
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- Acute PainDr. Wells isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Wells isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD)Dr. Wells isExperienced. Learn about Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD).
- TendinitisDr. Wells isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Wells isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.

