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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Dr Linnell was great. Very thorough and informative. Great bedside manner. Highly recommend.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
TOP DOC
MOST CONSCIENTIOUS AND AND A TRUE CARING PERSON
(2 months ago)
Sep-2025
F Wendy, professional and very detailed in explaining next steps
(2 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.
(2 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 .
(2 months ago)
Sep-2025
Great surgeon!
(3 months ago)
Aug-2025
A+++++ at each interaction.
(3 months ago)
Jul-2025
Very professional and compassionate physician.
(4 months ago)
Jul-2025
Dr Linnell made me feel extremely comfortable and explained everything to me as I needed. Highly recommend
(4 months ago)
Jul-2025
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.
(4 months ago)
Jul-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.
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!
A+++++ at each interaction.
Very professional and compassionate physician.
Dr Linnell made me feel extremely comfortable and explained everything to me as I needed. Highly recommend
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.