Summary

Dr. Matthew Wells is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing 27 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where he developed his foundation in orthopedic care. Dr. Wells is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population in South Florida.

Dr. Wells practices at Ft Lauderdale Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at HCA Florida Westside Hospital. He focuses on treating common orthopedic conditions such as knee pain, joint pain, and osteoarthritis. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients recover and maintain their mobility. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 27 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
  • 17 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Ft Lauderdale Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine

1414 SE 3rd AveFort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
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Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: MCP-Hahnemann School of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Matthew Earl Wells

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AvMed
  • AvMed - HMO
  • AvMed - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Golden Rule
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Preferred Care Partners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Priority Partners
  • Simply Healthcare
  • South Florida Community Care Network
  • South Florida Community Care Network - Medicaid
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. Matthew Earl Wells has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Matthew Earl Wells has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Wells' NPI number is 1639160955.

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Dr. Matthew Earl Wells's office is located at 1414 SE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Matthew Earl Wells affiliated with?
Dr. Matthew Earl Wells is affiliated with Hca Florida Westside Hospital.

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