4.3
30 Ratings with 15 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Shelley Wells is a surgeon with over three decades of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences, bringing 34 years of expertise to her practice. Dr. Wells is board-certified and holds the distinction of Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Anesthesiologists (FAOCA). She provides care in English for patients throughout central Iowa.
Dr. Wells practices at Iowa Specialty Hospital Clarion and sees patients at multiple locations including Clarion, Belmond, and Fort Dodge, Iowa. She specializes in treating conditions such as lumbar spondylosis and spinal stenosis, helping patients who experience difficulty walking or limping. Her treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and water exercise programs designed to improve mobility and reduce pain. Patients have rated Dr. Wells 4.3 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in her …surgical expertise and comprehensive care approach.
Read More Read less Dr. Wells practices at Iowa Specialty Hospital Clarion and sees patients at multiple locations including Clarion, Belmond, and Fort Dodge, Iowa. She specializes in treating conditions such as lumbar spondylosis and spinal stenosis, helping patients who experience difficulty walking or limping. Her treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and water exercise programs designed to improve mobility and reduce pain. Patients have rated Dr. Wells 4.3 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in her …surgical expertise and comprehensive care approach.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 34 years of experience
- 20 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
- 15 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
Based on patient feedback. Read the reviews
Awards
Vitals Preferred Provider
Preferred Provider badge recognizes providers that are committed to transparency, responsiveness and great service to patients, and have earned a high patient satisfaction rating.
- Click for our Methodology
Office Locations
Shelley Wells has 3 locationsIowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Clarion
1316 S Main StClarion, IA 50525 Tel: (844) 474-4321
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Belmond
403 1st St SeBelmond, IA 50421 Tel: (844) 474-4321
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Fort Dodge
2700 1st Ave SFort Dodge, IA 50501 Tel: (515) 955-6767
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Compare with Similar Doctors
 |  |  |  |
| Shelley Wells, DO, FAOCA | Laura Miegge, MD | Gautam Kakade, MD | Emile Li, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 34 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Clarion , IA | Clarion , IA | Belmond , IA | Fort Dodge , IA |
| Med School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Med School: Universidad de la Rebublica - Montevideo, Uruguay | Med School: Creighton University School of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Shelley Wells
Medical Specialties
Shelley Wells has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Shelley Wells has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
34 Years Experience
Shelley Wells holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences in 1992.
NPI Number
Shelley Wells' NPI number is 1154305258.
Similar Doctors
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Shelley Wells accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Shelley Wells accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Shelley Wells accepting new patients?
- Shelley Wells is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Shelley Wells's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- What languages does Shelley Wells speak?
- Shelley Wells speaks English.
- How can I make an appointment with Shelley Wells?
- You can find contact information for Shelley Wells here on Vitals.
- Does Shelley Wells accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Shelley Wells has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews
Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.
Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.
Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.
