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Summary
Dr. Dennis Wells specializes in surgery with advanced training in thoracic surgery, focusing on complex heart and chest procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and has been practicing for 12 years. His expertise encompasses both general surgical techniques and the specialized field of thoracic surgery, which involves operations on the heart, lungs, and other structures within the chest cavity.
Dr. Wells practices at multiple renowned medical centers throughout New Orleans, Louisiana, including Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Baptist Medical Center. He treats patients with congenital heart disease, helping families navigate complex heart conditions present from birth. His surgical skills include repairing heart defects and performing specialized diagnostic procedures like Doppler echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Wells also has experience treating atrial septal defects and patent foramen ovale, …conditions involving openings in the heart's walls that may require surgical intervention.
Read More Read less Dr. Wells practices at multiple renowned medical centers throughout New Orleans, Louisiana, including Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Baptist Medical Center. He treats patients with congenital heart disease, helping families navigate complex heart conditions present from birth. His surgical skills include repairing heart defects and performing specialized diagnostic procedures like Doppler echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Wells also has experience treating atrial septal defects and patent foramen ovale, …conditions involving openings in the heart's walls that may require surgical intervention.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 12 years of experience
- University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 7 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Dennis Allen Wells has 6 locationsOchsner Health Center For Children New Orleans
1315 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121 Tel: (504) 842-3900
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Dennis Allen Wells has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Dennis Allen Wells has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
12 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of MedicineGraduated in 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Dennis Wells affiliated with?
- Dr. Dennis Wells is affiliated with WOLFSON CHILDRENS HOSPITAL, Ochsner Medical Center, Ochsner Baptist Medical Center, Saint Charles Surgical Hospital, Ochsner Hospital For Children, Baptist Heart Hospital, and BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER JACKSONVILLE.
- Does Dr. Dennis Wells accept my insurance?
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- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dennis Wells?
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- Where is Dr. Dennis Wells's office located?
- Dr. Dennis Wells's office is located at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA, 70121.
- Does Dr. Dennis Wells accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Dennis Wells has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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