Dr. Joshua Linnell is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has the Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery. He was born and raised in the Midwest. As a true Jayhawk at heart, he received his undergraduate degree at the University of Kansas while performing biomedical research at the Stowers Institute in Kansas City. He obtained a medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA.
Dr. Joshua Linnell is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has the Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery. He was born and raised in the Midwest. As a true Jayhawk at heart, he received his undergraduate degree at the University of Kansas while performing biomedical research at the Stowers Institute in Kansas City. He obtained a medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA.
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Have seen him for a couple of issues and he’s great. Straight to the point, find a solution and execute a plan to fix or make things better. Definitely my go to for hand and wrist issues in LKL.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Listens well, compassionate, gentle; down to earth
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Dr linnell , Kim and Curtis were all spectacular. True bedside care, patient and kind.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr.Linnell is very attentive and listens to your concerns. He is so knowledgeable and makes me feel comfortable knowing I’m in good hands with a qualified professional.
He gets a 💯% recommendation from me for Orthopedic Surgery!
(3 months ago)
Dec-2025
Dr Linnell was great. Very thorough and informative. Great bedside manner. Highly recommend.
(5 months ago)
Oct-2025
TOP DOC
MOST CONSCIENTIOUS AND AND A TRUE CARING PERSON
(5 months ago)
Sep-2025
F Wendy, professional and very detailed in explaining next steps
(5 months ago)
Sep-2025
Caring and compassionate doctors are worth their weight in gold. Most doctors chase gold and do not care about their patients. He breaks that mold and is truly a gifted surgeon. A man is known by his doings scripture tells us. Truth can not be hidden. May the Lord bless Dr. Linnell and bless every patient that has the privilege of having him as their doctor.
(5 months ago)
Sep-2025
First time visit - Dr linnell was professional, quick to diagnose the issue and explained the cause , the treatment and what to expect .
(6 months ago)
Sep-2025
Great surgeon!
(7 months ago)
Aug-2025
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LAK - Lakeland
4725 US Hwy. 98 S. Suite 101/102 Lakeland, FL 33812
Dr. Joshua Linnell is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has the Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery. He was born and raised in the Midwest. As a true Jayhawk at heart, he received his undergraduate degree at the University of Kansas while performing biomedical research at the Stowers Institute in Kansas City. He obtained a medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Linnell completed his residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He then completed a Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microsurgery Fellowship with the Orthopedics Department at Baylor University in Houston, TX.
Dr. Linnell cares for all conditions from the elbow to the hand and his special interests include fracture care, arthritis of the hand and wrist, tendon and ligament injuries, diseases/injuries of the peripheral nervous system, soft tissue repair, and reconstruction of the extremities, Dupuytren’s disease, as well as soft tissue tumors. He also brings a focus on wound reconstruction in all parts of the body.
He is a member of numerous organizations including the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the Mid-Central States Orthopaedic Society.
Dr. Linnell cares for patients of all ages and enjoys treating the pediatric population. Uniquely in the specialty of hand surgery, the patient plays a vital role in their recovery and overall outcome. This aspect is why Dr. Linnell takes particular care with informing the patient and providing access to up-to-date research and therapy options. Working together with other specialists, he will provide you with an integrated approach to relieving pain and improving function.
In his spare time, Dr. Linnell enjoys spending time with his wife and two wonderful boys. The family enjoys the Florida baseball experience. Taking care of his own health is important, and he enjoys the competition of marathon running.
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Have seen him for a couple of issues and he’s great. Straight to the point, find a solution and execute a plan to fix or make things better. Definitely my go to for hand and wrist issues in LKL.
Listens well, compassionate, gentle; down to earth
Dr linnell , Kim and Curtis were all spectacular. True bedside care, patient and kind.
Dr.Linnell is very attentive and listens to your concerns. He is so knowledgeable and makes me feel comfortable knowing I’m in good hands with a qualified professional. He gets a 💯% recommendation from me for Orthopedic Surgery!
Dr Linnell was great. Very thorough and informative. Great bedside manner. Highly recommend.
TOP DOC MOST CONSCIENTIOUS AND AND A TRUE CARING PERSON
F Wendy, professional and very detailed in explaining next steps
Caring and compassionate doctors are worth their weight in gold. Most doctors chase gold and do not care about their patients. He breaks that mold and is truly a gifted surgeon. A man is known by his doings scripture tells us. Truth can not be hidden. May the Lord bless Dr. Linnell and bless every patient that has the privilege of having him as their doctor.
First time visit - Dr linnell was professional, quick to diagnose the issue and explained the cause , the treatment and what to expect .
Great surgeon!