Dr. John A. Wells
Overview
John Wells is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Columbia, South Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years.
Dr. Wells is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Vitrectomy.
Dr. Wells is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
124 Sunset Court, West Columbia, SC 29169
1831 West Evans Street, Suite 315, Florence, SC 29501
2611 Forest Drive, Suite 110, Columbia, SC 29204
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John A. Wells
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John A. Wells?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John A. Wells by calling their office at 803-931-0077. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John A. Wells a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John A. Wells is classified as an Distinguished expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. John A. Wells specialize in?
While Dr. John A. Wells is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. John A. Wells participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John A. Wells has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. John A. Wells's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John A. Wells accept my insurance?
Dr. John A. Wells accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 803-931-0077 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Wells isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)Dr. Wells isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Wells isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Wells isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Advanced
- EndophthalmitisDr. Wells isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Wells isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Wells isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Wells isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Wells isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Wells isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Wells isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.