Zachary Wells, D.O. is board eligible by the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and completed his fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction at the Florida Orthopaedic Institute. He specializes in anterior hip replacement, partial/total knee replacements, and same-day joint replacement surgery. Additionally, he has training in computer and robotic-assisted systems to perform joint procedures. He also takes care of patients with complex or failed joint replacements.
Zachary Wells, D.O. is board eligible by the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and completed his fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction at the Florida Orthopaedic Institute. He specializes in anterior hip replacement, partial/total knee replacements, and same-day joint replacement surgery. Additionally, he has training in computer and robotic-assisted systems to perform joint procedures. He also takes care of patients with complex or failed joint replacements.
Zachary Wells, D.O. is board eligible by the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and completed his fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction at the Florida Orthopaedic Institute. He specializes in anterior hip replacement, partial/total knee replacements, and same-day joint replacement surgery. Additionally, he has training in computer and robotic-assisted systems to perform joint procedures. He also takes care of patients with complex or failed joint replacements.
Dr. Wells grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and completed his undergraduate training at Liberty University. His medical degree is from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he graduated in the top percentage of his class. He stayed in the Northeast to train with many of the nation’s top surgeons, completing a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Additionally, he completed a research fellowship at the renowned Rothman Orthopaedic Institute to improve orthopedic care through research.
Dr. Wells is a member of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS), and the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (AOAO).
Dr. Wells has published numerous articles in various peer-reviewed journals, including the prestigious Journal of Arthroplasty. He has received awards for his research and presented at conferences at the local, regional, and national levels.
Dr. Wells’ treatment philosophy is to exhaust all nonsurgical options before considering surgical intervention. He listens to his patients and believes strongly that it is the key to achieving the best outcomes. His desire is to help restore and maintain an active lifestyle for all of his patients.
His favorite thing outside of orthopedics is being at the beach with friends and family. He is a die-hard Philadelphia sports fan. The rest of his time is spent training and teaching mixed martial arts, with a particular focus on wrestling and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

He was great and explained everything thoroughly thank you
Dr Wells is a very capable surgeon. He's tuned in to his patient's needs, and exhibits genuine care for them. Easy to talk with, listens attentively to his patients. Very friendly and easy going.
Everything went great. Zach is one of the good guys and I would highly recommend him !
I liked him very much. He listens.
Dr. Wells has excellent bedside manner. He took the time to ask thoughtful questions and developed a clear game plan to address my main issue. I would highly recommend him!
Excellent. Glad I met him and have a knee and hip Dr now
Very knowledgeable and explained everything.
Dr Wells makes me feel so confident in my decision to go forward with my full knee replacement surgery. He made me feel at ease with his demeanor and knowledge. I would 10/10 recommend his to anyone I know!
Dr Wells listens and lets you explain everything! 😊
Very insightful and thorough with his approach. Compassion 10/10