Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 19-64
- Older Adult >65
Gender
MaleHospital Affiliation
- St George Regional Hospital
- Cedar City Hospital
About Spencer G. Wells
About The Provider
Dr. Spencer Wells is a fellowship-trained interventional pain specialist. As a native of St. George, he returns to provide care for patients with chronic pain after completing his pain fellowship training at the University of Louisville. Dr. Wells attended Dixie High School and Dixie College and received his bachelor's in English from Southern Utah University. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Louisville, where he also stayed on to complete his training in anesthesiology and is a board-certified anesthesiologist. Dr. Wells is married to Shana Burgess Wells, a native of St. George. They have four children. Dr. Wells enjoys spending time with his family in Pine Valley, swimming, and playing softball.
Locations
- Desert Pain Specialists
- 617 East Riverside Drive, Suite 301, Saint George, UT 84790
- Get Directions
- phone: 435-216-7000
- fax: 435-216-7001
- Zion Surgery Center
- 1791 East 280 North, Saint George, UT 84790
- Get Directions
- phone: 435-879-7614
- fax: 435-275-4963
- Southwest Spine & Pain Center-Sunset
- 2107 West Sunset Boulevard, Suite 102, Saint George, UT 84770
- Get Directions
- phone: 435-716-7000
- fax: 435-619-8634
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Pain Management, 2011
- Internship: University Of Louisville, Anesthesiology, 2010
- Residency: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Anesthesiology, 2010
- Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine, 2006
Board Certifications
- Pain Medicine: American Board of Anesthesiology, 2012
- Anesthesiology: American Board of Anesthesiology, 2011
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
213 ratings, 37 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Experienced, listens well, thoughtful, sensitive to every patient and well educated to each individual’s health needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
He is very nice and concerned about people. I think he's there to help people
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
I go there quarterly for an epidural injection and it consistently manages the pain in my neck.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
He listens everything I'm saying and does everything he can to help me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2026
Dr Wells always tries to make you feel at ease during a procedure. He explains everything as h goes along and is always as gentle as possible
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
He does a wonderful job of explaining the procedure as well as walking you through it as the injection is taking place.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2025
It was nice to see you again doctor wells
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Keep up the good work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Very professional and attentive to my pains. Dr Wells knows is very knowledgeable about my pain.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr Wells knows exactly how to relive pain. A real miracle worker.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Dr Well has always been very caring and so kind. Thank Dr Wells.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2025
They care a lot about our care and providing the care we need
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
I've been going there for quite a few years now and I love the care and attention that I'm given when I'm there and even when I need help and
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Good doctor, caring and competent with integrity
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
All around excellence
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
He always explains what treatment he is about to do
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Very competent
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
I only see Dr. Wells for shots. My main caregiver is Nick Stuki. I am very thankful for Dr. Wells for trying all the shots. And we all really hoped they would work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
Dr Wells is a very empathic doctor and tries his best to make your procedure as comfortable and painless as possible
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
He was very good at telling me what I expected and Wood experience and I did appreciate that very much
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
Great physician!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
He hits the spot in my back every time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
I always feel like I get the information I need. And they will repeat something if I ask. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
He is fantastic and efficient. He treats patients with respect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
Very efficient and well executed procedure
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
I was waited on right on time and left feeling very good about the visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
He cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
It was not Dr Wells. I received great care and the treatment was two injections. I barely felt it at all. I had sufficient time to relax after the procedure ❤️🙏
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Very nice doctor good listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
He was very nice and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Great communication always answers all my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Dr. Wells is very skilled and a great Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
I’ve been being treated for chronic pain for close to 8 years now. My treatments have helped me have a better day to day life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
I’m always confident I’m going to get the relief I need to carry on my daily routines
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
DR. Wells is very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Nick Stucki is simply incredible. My struggle is brutal and he makes it possible to carry on.