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Dr. James Wells, MD

Dr. James Wells, MD

Nephrology*
60+ years of experience

Dr. James Wells, MD is a nephrologist in Atlanta, GA and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine in 1963. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Emory Johns Creek Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 5 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

2300 Henderson Mill Rd NE Ste 421 Atlanta, GA 30345

Make an Appointment

(770) 934-2585

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Wells is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Atlanta, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Wells specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Wells' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wells

5.0

13 ratings, 10 with a written review
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What went well
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What could be improved
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Nov 21, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Aug 08, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 03, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 12, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Samuel Kent O. – Mar 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Melissa Scott in Newnan,GA – Jun 05, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Jack Stout in Savannah, GA – Dec 28, 2015
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Herb Alfrey in Dacula, GA – Dec 28, 2015
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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James E. Greene, Jr in Lawrenceville GA – Dec 17, 2015
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Know Before You Go

About Me

care philosophy

see www.jowells.com

  • Nephrology

  • Nephrology & Hypertension

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Georgia State University Mba

    1991

  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    1987

  • Mayo Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 1970

  • Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1970

  • Mayo Clinic-rochester

    Fellowship Hospital, 1970

  • Emory University Affil Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1967

  • Grady Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1966

  • Emory Afil

    Residency Hospital, 1965

  • Emory Affil Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1964

  • Emory University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1964

  • Wake Forest School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1963

  • Wake Forest University

    Medical School, 1963
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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  • www.jowells.com

  • Author or co-author of 31 abstracts, articles, chapters, etc.

  • NIH Fellowship in Nephrology, Mayo Clinic, 1969

  • "Specialisrt in Clinical Hypertension" by American Society of Hypertension, 2000

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Locations

Practice

Office2300 Henderson Mill Rd NE Ste 421 Atlanta, GA 30345
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 3:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 11:00am
    • Wed: 9:00am - 3:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 3:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office2193 Northlake Pkwy Ste 102 Tucker, GA 30084
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital

    5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd
    Atlanta, GA 30342
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Northside Hospital

    1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
    Atlanta, GA 30342
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Emory Johns Creek Hospital

    6325 Hospital Pkwy
    Johns Creek, GA 30097
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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