Dr. Sean M. Wells | Seattle, WA | Surgery

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Dr. Wells graduated from the Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma in 1994. He works in Seattle, WA and specializes in Surgery. Dr. Wells is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus.

accepting new patients
4.9

88 Ratings
32 years of experience
27 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Swedish Med Ctr, General Surgery
86 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
17 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Wells' Ratings and Reviews

4.9

88 Ratings with 86 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

Patients frequently commend Dr. Sean Michael Wells for his friendly, professional demeanor, and his ability to listen and provide clear and informative explanations, which puts them at ease and fosters trust. Many express satisfaction with his surgical expertise, appreciating his personal attention to detail and insightful consultations. However, there are some negative experiences related to the clinic's scheduling practices, leading to patients occasionally seeing unfamiliar doctors, which is perceived as a lack of personal continuity in care. There are also isolated mentions of negative interactions with clinic staff, although these are overshadowed by the positive comments about Dr. Wells himself.

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Very friendly and informative

March 10th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Everyone is busy these days, but he's good, he listens, and he gets me what I need. so when I decline these surveys in the future, it's no reflection on him for your staff

March 8th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Wells is very pleasant to talk to and listens my concerns with patience. He explains things with drawings or writing for esay understanding. Hw is very responsive to my questions.

February 17th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr Wells was great. Highly professional, very confident, very patient friendly. I had total confidence in him and his expertise in my surgery

February 1st, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Wells understood that we were from Alaska and was able to work me in the next day for a surgical procedure in his office. I was most grateful.

January 20th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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I have had a good experience with Swedish overall.

January 19th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Thank you for your knowledge, wisdom and expertise in surgically removing the tumor.

December 10th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr.Webb was great. No pain, no stress, everything about my visit went great. I can't recommend him enough.

November 10th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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He was very efficient about the next step before planning surgery

October 29th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Saw Dr. Welles as a referral for surgical consult. He explained everything to me in a clear and professional manner, and we will follow up with scheduled surgery. He was knowledgeable and I had confidence in his recommendations.

October 18th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Swedish Surgical Specialists First Hill

1221 Madison St Ste 1411Seattle, WA 98104

Tel: (206) 215-3500


Dr. Sean Michael Wells	Dr. Renee C Minjarez, MD	Dr. Mark Roland Nyreen, MD	Dr. Alana Christina Desai, MD
Surgery	Vascular Surgery	Surgery	Urology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (88 Ratings)	4.1 (10 Ratings)	3.3 (8 Ratings)	4.2 (20 Ratings)
32 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English
Seattle , WA	Bellevue , WA	Lakewood , WA	Seattle , WA
Med School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma	Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School	Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine	Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Surgery

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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Swedish Med Ctr, General Surgery

Medical School

Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston MaGraduated in 1994

Dr. Carla Christine Fowler, PhD
Other
15 Years Exp | Palo Alto, CA
(0)
Dr. Robert William Telzrow, MD
Surgery
58 Years Exp | Seattle, WA
(1)
Dr. Mitchel Guttenplan, MD
Surgery
44 Years Exp | Roswell, GA
(1)
Dr. Christopher Charles Goiney, MD
Neuroradiology
14 Years Exp | Seattle, WA
(0)
Dr. Carl Stevens Hammer, MD
Surgery
58 Years Exp | Tacoma, WA
(2)
Dr. Daniel Pepper, MD
Vascular Surgery
49 Years Exp | Bellevue, WA
(10)
Dr. Thomas J Jurich, MD
Surgery
40 Years Exp | Edmonds, WA
(2)
Dr. Sanjay Rajendra Parikh, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
32 Years Exp | Seattle, WA
(6)
Dr. Kristan David Guenterberg, MD
Surgery
21 Years Exp | Silverdale, WA
(5)
Dr. Swati Agarwal, MD
Ophthalmology
32 Years Exp | Seattle, WA
(7)

Does Dr. Sean Wells accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Sean Wells has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Sean Wells's office located?: Dr. Sean Wells's office is located at 1221 Madison St Ste 1411, Seattle, WA, 98104.
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What languages does Dr. Sean Wells speak?: Dr. Sean Wells speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sean Wells affiliated with?: Dr. Sean Wells is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus.

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