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Dr. Melissa Wells, MD

Dr. Melissa Wells, MD

Rheumatology*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Melissa Wells, MD is a rheumatologist in Ames, IA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Wells has extensive experience in Vasculitides and Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2010. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mary Greeley Medical Center and Iowa Specialty Hospital Belmond. She is not accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

3500 University Blvd Ames, IA 50010
Telehealth available
(515) 239-4775

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Wells specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience 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

3.5

17 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
59%
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4 Star
6%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
35%
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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
2 people found this helpful
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John Harris – Dec 13, 2019
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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
Helpful
Jessica in Denver, CO – May 10, 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
7 people found this helpful
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LeAnn in Denver – Dec 28, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Beth in Denver, CO – Oct 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Denver, CO – Aug 13, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Denver, CO – Apr 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Denver, CO – Apr 12, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Denver, CO – Mar 25, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Laura Williams in Denver, CO 80219 – Dec 09, 2016
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Wells is a native of Overland Park, KS and received her MD degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN and her rheumatology fellowship at Duke University...read more

  • Rheumatology

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

  • Duke University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2016

  • Mayo Clinic

    Internship Hospital, 2011

  • University Of Kansas School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2010

  • Drake University

    Undergraduate School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Locations

Practice

Office3500 University Blvd Ames, IA 50010
1

Practice

McFarland Clinic PC3500 University Blvd Ste 1001 Ames, IA 50010
2

Practice

Rebecca J Metzger DDS LLC1015 Duff Ave Ames, IA 50010
3

Practice

Longmont Pulmonary and Critical Care Associates PC1551 Professional Ln Unit 235 Longmont, CO 80501
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Iowa Specialty Hospital Belmond

    403 1st St SE
    Belmond, IA 50421
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night

    22% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics-Clarion

    1316 S Main St
    Clarion, IA 50525
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St. Anthony Regional Hospital

    311 S Clark St
    Carroll, IA 51401

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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