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Dr. Karen Wells, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
4.0 (21)
Map Pin Small Tampa, FL
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Karen Wells, MD

Dr. Karen Wells, MD is a Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Tampa, FL. They specialize in Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in Plastic Surgery. They graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine and is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital. Dr. Wells, completed a residency at Hospitals of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Wells an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Wells works at Practice in Tampa, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Wells' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Karen E Wells MD PA
    508 S Habana Ave Ste 180, Tampa, FL 33609 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (813) 353-8809
  2. 2
    Gulf Coast Injury Center
    3424 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (813) 353-8809
  3. 3
    Urology of Virginia Pllc
    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, Tampa, FL 33612 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (813) 745-4673

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  • St. Joseph's Hospital

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Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Ptosis
Breast Lump
Gynecomastia
Abdominoplasty
Breast Lift Surgery
Excision of Skin Cancer
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Barrett's Esophagus
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Bone Cancer
Breast Hypoplasia
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomalies of Breast
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
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Gigantomastia
Gynecologic Cancer
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Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Large Breasts
Lipomas
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Lobular Carcinoma
Localized Fat Deposits
Lung Cancer
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Secondary Malignancies
Skin Aging
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Wrinkles
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Blepharoplasty
Botox® Injection
Breast Augmentation
Breast Reduction
Breast Surgical Procedure
Dermal Filler
Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Breast Tumor
Eyelid Surgery
Facelift
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Liposuction
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Nipple Reconstruction
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Skin and Tissue Reduction
Skin Excision for Hidradenitis
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Tattooing
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
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    About Dr. Karen Wells, MD

    Specialties*
    • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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    Specialties*
    Years of Experience
    • 46 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1972523553
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Hospitals of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • University Pittsburgh Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Ohio State University College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Ohio University / Main Campus
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Plastic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Karen Wells, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Wells is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Wells accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida and Cigna, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Wells has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Wells has seen patients for Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Wells on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    21 patients have reviewed Dr. Wells. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Wells.

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