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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I had my first appointment with Dr. Joshua Linnell yesterday, and I was incredibly impressed. From the moment he walked in, he made me feel at ease with his calm and caring demeanor. He took the time to really listen to my concerns, explained everything thoroughly, and never made me feel rushed. It’s rare to find a doctor who combines professionalism with genuine compassion, but Dr. Linnell does just that. I left feeling hopeful and confident about my treatment plan. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an orthopedic specialist who truly cares about their patients.
Jul-2025
Kind and knowledgeable.
Jun-2025
Very informative and explained all options.
Jun-2025
Totally sold on Dr Linnell.
I cannot imagine any doctor doing a better job than what he has done for me. End of story
Jun-2025
A very professional doctor in means of explaining detail to detail about a person condition and what steps are needed to get the medical conditions healed.
Jun-2025
Great doctor and listener would recommend
May-2025
Very polite and gentle. Explanation and options given during visit. Mannerisms much more than 5 stars, friendliness of staff is also great. If you have hand problems and need a specialist please go see Dr Linnell he will not disappoint you. I am a VETERAN widow we look for profession Dr. Linnell’s office checked all the boxes.
May-2025
He was very passionate and caring. He was very attentive and focused on me and very understanding and professional He made me feel comfortable and relaxed.
Mar-2024
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.
I had my first appointment with Dr. Joshua Linnell yesterday, and I was incredibly impressed. From the moment he walked in, he made me feel at ease with his calm and caring demeanor. He took the time to really listen to my concerns, explained everything thoroughly, and never made me feel rushed. It’s rare to find a doctor who combines professionalism with genuine compassion, but Dr. Linnell does just that. I left feeling hopeful and confident about my treatment plan. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an orthopedic specialist who truly cares about their patients.
Kind and knowledgeable.
Very informative and explained all options.
Totally sold on Dr Linnell. I cannot imagine any doctor doing a better job than what he has done for me. End of story
A very professional doctor in means of explaining detail to detail about a person condition and what steps are needed to get the medical conditions healed.
Great doctor and listener would recommend
Very polite and gentle. Explanation and options given during visit. Mannerisms much more than 5 stars, friendliness of staff is also great. If you have hand problems and need a specialist please go see Dr Linnell he will not disappoint you. I am a VETERAN widow we look for profession Dr. Linnell’s office checked all the boxes.
He was very passionate and caring. He was very attentive and focused on me and very understanding and professional He made me feel comfortable and relaxed.