Orthopaedic Care For The Whole Person

J. Richard Wells Orthopaedics is a premier orthopaedic practice in the Washington metropolitan area, located in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Our office has a cheerful, patient-friendly atmosphere, with onsite parking and convenient to Metro.

We believe that orthopaedic injuries can be treated successfully with a thorough examination, and proper medication, physical therapy, patient education and behavior modification.

No matter where the injury is located, treatment always takes into account the movement and well-being of the body as a whole. The goals are fast relief of pain and an early return to regular activity.

Dr. Wells Provides
- In-office orthopaedic care
- Consultation
- Second Opinions
- Independent Medical Evaluation

Dr. Wells is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and provide full comprehensive and expert care in all areas of orthopaedic medicine. Dr. Wells has retired from performing surgery. He has a referral network of surgical specialists who have extensive training and experience.

Learn more about Dr. Wells.

Medical Services
- Casting
- MRI
- Specialty Bracing & Orthopedic Appliances
- X-Ray

Orthopaedic Expertise:
- Arthroscopy
- Foot and Ankle
- Knee
- Kyphoplasty
- Neurologic Injuries
- Shoulder
- Spine
- Sprains
- Strains
- Tendonitis
- Total Joint Replacement

Your Office Visit
To make your office visit smoother and quicker, our web site includes information on:
- Making an Appointment
- Patient Forms, which we ask you to print and fill in before your first office visit.
- Insurance
- Payment
- Prescriptions
- Staff

And More
- Physical Therapy
- Resources
- Surgery