About Me
My retinal ophthalmology expertise includes managing eye conditions involving the retina and vitreous, a gel-like substance in the eye.
I see patients with diverse problems that range from color vision defects and night blindness to retinal vascular disease. The retina is a vital part of the eye that senses light and sends images to your brain. I treat retinal eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachment repair.
Other conditions treated include diabetic macular edema and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The macula, at the center of retinal tissue, provides sharp, central vision. Early detection of AMD and other eye diseases can prevent or slow vision loss.
From comprehensive eye exams to complex surgery, I take time to treat each patient as an individual. I balance the most advanced care with personalized treatment.
At Ohio State, we collaborate with other physicians and health care professionals who share the highest standards of care. By combining our expertise and resources, we offer patients the best possible care.
Highlights
- Named to the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2018-2019
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018 and 2019
- Educates and mentors physicians
- Lectures, retinal disease and surgical techniques
- Co-investigator, retina clinical trials
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Eye Injuries
- Eye Hemorrhage
- Scleral Diseases
- Retinal Dysplasia
- Choroideremia
- Gyrate Atrophy
- Choroid Diseases
- Endophthalmitis
- Eye Infections, Fungal
- Eye Infections, Parasitic
- Uveitis
- Aniridia
- Albinism
- Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus
- Color Vision Defects
- Night Blindness
- Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
- Cytomegalovirus Retinitis
- Myopia, Degenerative
- Deaf-Blind Disorders
- Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum
- Retinitis Pigmentosa
- Ophthalmology
- Anemia, Sickle Cell
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Macular Degeneration
- Retinal Diseases
- Retinal Detachment
Locations Where I Practice
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
6435 Post Road
Dublin, OH 43016
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
MD
7/31/2000 - 5/25/2004
Internship
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, TX
7/1/2004 - 6/30/2005
Residency
University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill, NC
7/1/2005 - 6/30/2008
Rotating Residency
Fayetteville VA Medical Center, Fayetteville, NC
3/1/2007 - 6/30/2007
Rotating Residency
Minneapolis VA Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN
11/1/2007 - 2/29/2008
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2008 - 6/30/2010
Board Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
11/7/2010
American Board of Ophthalmology
1/1/2021
Academic Information
My Department
Ophthalmology
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
298 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.9 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 10/25/2021, Dr. Wells has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Very caring, listens carefully,
Above and beyond. Front desk receptionists were very accommodating.
Excellent provider.
Definitely very, very good. All my visits have been a genuine pleasure. Actually look forward to my visits. Does that sound weird?
I receive good care. Doctor shows personal attention & concern. Even a personal call regarding an insurance issue. Prompt resolution.
Good care
Dr. Wells is an excellent physician!
The doctor was very professional in dealing with me. He put me at ease before the testing and then explained the results in a way that I understood. He answered my questions and explained his answers in a way I easily understood.
My only concern was the wait time for the provider to arrive at my room. Otherwise, he was friendly, respectful, listened carefully, and completely explained everything.
Very good. He gave me options for having my needed injections to eyes in 2 visits but I chose to do both. This was first time for injection to right eye.
Dr. Wells is absolutely the BEST.
This was my 1st visit w/Dr wells. My optometrist referred me. He confirmed the suspected diagnosis and gave several suggestions on things I could do to help the situation from getting worse.
This was my first visit. The provider spent the time to get to know my history and my present concern.
I have extra and deep appreciation for Dr. Michael B. Wells I don't know what to do without him. He helps me a lot he understands you. He closely and friendly approach you so I am out of words to explain to tell his extraordinary job. And thank you may God give you the strength to help other like me. Thank you again.
He always listens and explains so I understand.
Great.
Dr. Wells is THE BEST!! Whatever you pay him, it's NOT ENOUGH! I am thankful that I have to been able to have him to treat my eye problem.
Dr. Wells is one of the finest physicians I have ever had the privilege of seeing. He is kind, caring, compassion, highly knowledgeable and thorough in his caring and explanations. He is calm, reassuring and always extremely pleasant.
Friendly and professional
Helped my problem - worked with my husband and me.
Always explains in terms I understand. Makes me an integral part of my health care.
All very good
Dr. Wells was very efficient.
DR. Wells always listen my concern and take good care of my eyes
He has a good memory, especially about my condition.
Very good - Dr. Wells described my problem and potential causes as well as potential solutions that allowed me to make choices in my care.
Just the best, very knowledgeable, very professional, very Impressed with this doctor.
Dr. Wells is exceptional. A+
This was my first visit with Dr. Wells. When I asked, he took the time to explain to explain to me the theories about how macular puckers occur. He also gave me a more in-depth explanation of what macular puckers were and how they affect vision than my now retired retinologist.
Good
Dr. Wells is a great D0ctor. He always explains what is going on with my eyes. It is just like visiting an old friend.
He was thorough and explained things.
All good
Good.
Dr. Wells is the best in all respects!
Very Professional
Dr. Wells is exceptional. Friendly, kind, and professional. I have complete confidence in him as a provider.
Informing and VERY good.
Excellent
Dr. Wells is very good. He knows my history. He is very caring and knowledgeable.
Very good!
He is THE BEST
Very good!
All good.
Excellent surgeon, great example of the best of humanity.
He did a good job of describing my problem and how I could help heal myself. Got to the underlying problem and helped me see how (what) to correct.
excellent
Dr. Wells is kind & compassionate. He is a good listener and always answers my questions completely. He is the best retinologist ever!
Knew what he was doing.
Care provider has a good bedside matter.
very good experience and very knowledgeable
He was very careful and gentle, answered questions pleasantly.
Dr. Wells is awesome. Been in his care for years at eye center. I totally trust my eye medical care with him.
Knowlegeable concerned and helpful
Dr. Wells is always friendly, professional and always has time to answer any questions.
Dr. Wells is excellent in every respect!
Dr. Wells is the BEST!!!!!
Excellent.
Always good experiences.
Fantastic physician and human being!!
He is the best! Great communicator, caring, funny, sensitive - knows me - fellowship - makes suggestions - very concerned about my overall health always takes TIME with me, remembers details from previous visits. Fantastic interpersonally, fantastic person & doctor! SMILES, genuine.
The provider took time to explain the seriousness of my low vision and offered a comfortable climate for me to ask questions
Dr. Wells is always attentive to listen and provide answers - He is an excellent physician!
ALWAYS very clear about questions!
Very Good Everything was fine
confident, willing to answer questions, respectful
As always, Dr. Wells did a very thorough examination and explained his findings in a way that was easily understood.
Dr. Wells was excellent. He showed me appropriate concern, compassion, respect.
Dr. Wells is very capable and I kind. I appreciate his knowledge and his willingness to explain when I have a question. I am fortunate to be his patient.
Explained my prob;em he discovered and the treatment I needed.
Dr. Wells is very professional, very knowledgeable, concerned & caring. HE IS THE BEST!!
We love Dr. Wells. He is great.
Dr. Wells is excellent. He took the time to listen to me. He did a very thorough exam and explained everything to me in terms I could understand. I was very impressed with the care I received!
A very caring professional. Does not rush through appointment. Always willing to sit down & talk after procedure.
always listened and explained my corcerns
I seen improvements in vision.
All good
Dr. Wells a good young doctor as is his staff. Having macular (spell?) - shots every two or three months is not like having a lot of other issues. Pretty cut & dry, have had for over 4 years & so for eyes pretty good. Can drive, read lg. print & be the same as for years. Have been so blessed w/my health. Most of these questions I am not exposed to. Same thing each time I go & very use to it.
Excellent.
Dr Wells has always been generous with his time. He answered my questions about my condition and the treatment in terms I fully understood.
Care provider is fantastic, answered questions was able to handle questions at my non-medical level.
Look forward to my appointments
Very caring,
Always good.
Dr. Wells is wonderful. He explains what he is doing and why. He answered all my questions thoroughly. He was very friendly and compassionate. Top notch medical care!
Dr. Wells is the best. I really trust him with my eye sight.
Wells was attentive, friendly, and very professional. I have seen him (arranged by Dr. Gloria Fleming) at least once per year for over 6 years.
I like Dr. Wells bedside manner, not necessarily those who work with him. I get the sense he genuinely cares, and that he is a skilled physician.
The outcome was better than expected
Dr. Wells has a wonderful "bedside manner." Very patient as he answered all my questions.
He gave me the best care possible, I am impressed by Dr. Wells excellent care, explaining of my care, discussion with me. Listening to my concerns, My experience allows me to highly appreciate Wexner Health Medical Center. Thank you.
Dr. Wells is an outstanding Doctor, he is not only a great surgeon, but also wonderful at listening and discussing health issues.
Did not describe the procedure I was having until I asked exactly what was going to happen.
I am unable to describe how wonderful Dr. Michael Wells is! He is always attentive, patient, understanding and addresses my concerns and care!!!
Everything is good.
He does a great job and gives you time to talk to him if needed.
All awesome!!!
I don't know of many, if any, doctors that will give you the time to sit and cry. He completely respected that moment for me. He allowed the room to be still and quiet while I cried, 2 different times. He listened to me and tried his best to provide information. He isn't totally clear what's going on with my eyes, but I'm confident that he's going to try to figure it out. He manages to be a thorough physician while still being compassionate and empathizing with your situation. I am very happy I picked him off of the website to be my new ophthalmologist.
engaging, friendly, informative
Dr. Wells is the best!
He took plenty of time to talk about my condition and his care.
Outstanding family & I very pleased!
Very good visit. He was positive & helpful -
Very nice and respectful and informative. He explained in detail what was wrong with my eyes and how he could fix the issue.
EXCELLENT care. How "happy" would you be if you were BLIND and experiencing your first injection into your eye ball. Good job & looking forward for #2.
Nothing bad. Dr. Wells always listens.
My care provider is highly intelligent. He takes time to explain the details of my treatment.
Dr. Wells was instructing young dr. who was very helpful.
Sometimes Doctors Sawchyn and Wells are running behind but BOTH ARE WORTH WAITING FOR!
I am very pleased with the care that I receive from Dr. Wells. He is patient and thorough in his exam. He answers my questions and doesn't make me feel dumb. I truly feel lucky to have him as my eye doctor. A wonderful man that has my complete trust!
Dr. Wells does and excellent job for me.
Very good - no complaints.
he is very nice and very efficient.
Everyone was great.
The provider is good.
Dr Wells is fantastic and I'm thankful he brought my vision back about 3 years ago. He always has a fun staff with him who I can joke with.
Dr. Wells is one of my favorite providers. If I had to pick someone to stick a needle in my eye. it'd be him.
Knowledgeable, good advice.
easy to talk to and understand
I am in love with Dr. Wells.
Nothing but good experiences.
Dr. Wells is the only retina specialist that I would ever think of going to. He is kind & smart which means a lot to his patients & me. He has also treated my son with respect & given him honest support with his care.
Dr. Wells is a credit to this profession. He is exactly the type of doctor I want to be when I finish my training. He answered all of my questions, listened to everything I had to say, and made me feel like he genuinely cares.
Dr. Wells is fantastic and continues to give me the best care possible for my continued eye issues.
Very good.
Have visited with Dr. Wells many times about my eye issue. He always listens and makes me feel comfortable in asking questions in dealing with it.
All good
Thank you for everything!
Dr. Wells is an excellent surgeon and he ias always on this game.
Took his time with me; responsive and respectful; clearly explained his findings.
Professional, highly skilled, articulate, concerned, empathic, responsive, human.
I was explained everything about my visit