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Dr. Forrest Wells, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Dr. Forrest Wells, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Ocean Springs, Mississippi
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1477568749· License: 18050 (MS) verify
Medical school: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine · Graduated 1995(~31 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2024): $87 across 3 payments (what this means)
3.39(9 ratings)

In Dr. Forrest Wells's own words

How Dr. Forrest Wells describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Consultation

  • We would love to help answer your questions and get you set up for a consultation!

Cost & consultation

  • Many of our patients don’t realize that their breast reduction procedure can be filed under insurance

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About

Dr. Forrest Wells is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. He focuses on plastic surgery and comprehensive skincare, including dermatology services. Dr. Wells performs procedures such as Tummy Tucks, Breast Reductions, and Juvederm. The practice offers the SKINWAVE AquaFacial, a treatment designed to brighten, replenish, and awaken skin using Alpha Hydroxy Acid, Beta Hydroxy Acid, and Hyaluronic Acid. Laser Hair Removal is also available, performed by Mary Elizabeth Cordle, NP. Dr. Wells emphasizes the importance of regular skin exams and recommends gentle cleansers for sensitive skin. Patients can purchase Elta MD Sunscreen at the office. For those considering a breast reduction, the practice notes these procedures can often be filed under insurance, advising patients to contact their provider. Consultations for Tummy Tucks and other services can be scheduled by calling the office.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Below, you'll find crowdsourced data on the actual costs of surgeries performed by Dr. Forrest Wells, submitted anonymously by the patient community. Use this as a guide to better anticipate your own expenses. Please note that final costs can vary based on your specific medical needs.

Juvederm

$1,200

Above typicalTypical nationally: $500–$1,080 (median $650, 246 reports) compare ↗

Breast Reduction

$5,000

Below typicalTypical in Mississippi: $5,600–$8,000 (median $6,750, 8 reports) compare ↗

Tummy Tuck

$5,540

Below typicalTypical in Mississippi: $5,864–$8,588 (median $6,550, 12 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Forrest Wells

Sourced directly from Dr. Forrest Wells's social posts and replies.

What skincare recommendations does Dr. Wells offer for sensitive skin?
Dr. Wells recommends using a gentle cleanser for sensitive skin.
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Does Dr. Wells recommend regular skin exams?
Yes, Dr. Wells emphasizes that regular skin exams are important to consider, especially if you have spots, in which case you should call the practice to schedule an appointment.
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Does the practice offer sunscreen for purchase?
Yes, the practice offers Elta MD Sunscreen for sale at their office, and provides other sunscreen options for your needs.
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What is the SKINWAVE AquaFacial?
The SKINWAVE AquaFacial is a treatment option offered by the practice designed to brighten, replenish, and awaken the skin by utilizing Alpha Hydroxy Acid, Beta Hydroxy Acid, and Hyaluronic Acid.
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Are breast reduction procedures covered by insurance?
Many breast reduction procedures can often be filed under insurance. Patients interested in a breast reduction should contact their insurance provider to determine if the practice's office is within their network.
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Who performs Laser Hair Removal treatments at the practice?
Laser Hair Removal treatments are performed by Mary Elizabeth Cordle, NP.
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From Dr. Forrest Wells's Instagram

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Patient Experience

Dr. Forrest Wells Review Summary

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Dr. Wells has a mixed bag of reviews. He has a solid 4.8 rating from 6 reviews on one platform, but other sites show ratings ranging from 3/5 to 5/5, averaging out to a 4-star rating overall.

Ratings from Other Platforms

healthgrades.com

4 out of 5

Based on 8 reviews

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doctor.webmd.com

3.7 out of 5

Based on 6 reviews

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yelp.com

5 out of 5

Based on 1 reviews

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Google Reviews

3 out of 5

Based on 21 reviews

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Dr. Forrest Wells, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Main Office

4509 Gibson Rd, Ocean Springs, Mississippi

(228) 872-3993

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$87

Payments

3

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Forrest Wells received $87 across 3 payments in 2024. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was ABBVIE INC..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (228) 872-3993

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

4509 Gibson Rd

Ocean Springs, Mississippi 39564

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Office Information

Phone: (228) 872-3993

Where does Dr. Forrest Wells practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

4509 Gibson Rd, Ocean Springs, Mississippi 39564

(6 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Singing River Health System

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Education & Experience

Education

University Il College Of Medicine

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Forrest Wells online?
This information is not available based on the provided details.
Does Dr. Forrest Wells offer telehealth?
This information is not available based on the provided details.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Forrest Wells?
Patient reviews mention successful outcomes with Juvederm for marionette lines, as well as procedures for bulging abdomen, diastasis recti, and breast reduction. Overall, patients express excitement and satisfaction with Dr. Wells' work.
What areas of care does Dr. Forrest Wells cater to?
Dr. Wells primarily focuses on plastic surgery, specializing in modern techniques. However, conflicting information suggests he may have also practiced emergency medicine in the past. The practice also offers comprehensive skincare and dermatology services, including treatments like SKINWAVE AquaFacial and recommendations for products such as gentle cleansers for sensitive skin and Elta MD Sunscreen.