Robert Welch, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity, Orthopaedics

4.8
255 Ratings
Years in Practice: 31 years
Practices In: Naperville
Patients Seen: All Ages

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Locations

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Naperville

1259 Rickert Drive

Suite 101

Naperville, Illinois 60540

630-790-1872

(Hand and Upper Extremity)

630-790-1872

(Orthopaedics)
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General Info
Board Certifications
Orthopaedic Surgery
Languages
English
Clinical Interests

Spe­cial inter­est in treat­ment of arthri­tis and trau­ma to the hand and upper extremity

Personal Interests

Foot­ball, hock­ey golf, ski­ing, sail­ing and fishing

Memberships
Chicago Society for Surgery of the Hand American Society for Surgery of the Hand American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery
Education
School
University of Wisconsin Medical School Graduation Date: 1988 Degree: MD
Residency
Washington University Barnes Hospital Resident in Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowships
University of California at San Diego Orthopaedics

Clinical Expertise

Procedures

Anatomic and Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty, Carpal Tunnel Surgery, Cortisone Injection, Cubital Tunnel Surgery, Elbow Fracture Care, Fracture Care, Fracture Care - Elbows, Fracture Care - Hands, Fracture Care - Wrists, Hand Fracture Care, Joint Injection, Joint Replacement- Finger Joint, Wrist, Elbow and Shoulder, Non-Surgical Care for Joint Arthritis, Non-Surgical Fracture Care, Non-Surgical Treatment of Fractures, Non-Surgical Treatment of Sports Related Injuries, Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement, Rotator Cuff Repair, Shoulder Arthroscopy, Shoulder Fracture Care, Shoulder Replacement Surgery, Tendon Repair & Reconstruction, Thumb/Wrist Reconstructive Procedures for Arthritis, Tommy John Elbow Surgery, Total Shoulder Replacement, Wrist Arthroscopy, Wrist Fracture Care

Conditions

Arthritis of the Thumb, Basal Joint Osteoarthritis, Boxer's Fracture, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Colles Fracture, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain Tenosynovitis, Digital Mucous Cysts, Distal Radius Fracture, Dupuytren's Disease, Elbow Tunnel Syndrome, Finger Fractures, Flexor Tendon Injuries, Frozen Shoulder, Ganglion Cysts and Tumors, Hand Osteoarthritis, Kienbock Disease, Overuse Injuries, Shoulder Bursitis, Shoulder-Hand Syndrome, Sprains, Strains, Tendonitis, Tennis Elbow, Trauma Related Injuries, Trigger Finger, Wrist Tendonitis

Ratings

Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.8
255 Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.8
253 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.8
252 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.8
255 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.8
255 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.8
253 Ratings

Comments

Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.
"Every person I interacted with was very helpful, positive and focused on giving me any assistance I needed. It was a very positive and supportive group of professionals."
5
May. 24, 2024
"Easy to talk about my concerns and they asked questions to understand why I was there"
5
May. 22, 2024
"Dr.Welch is an excellent Dr. Very personable too.Thankful to have him!!"
5
May. 22, 2024
"Dr.Robert Welch, is an excellent Doctor, he takes care in explaining what he is doing for his patients . Step by step."
5
May. 22, 2024
"Have only had very good experiences with Dr. Welch and support staff."
5
May. 21, 2024
"Great staff and doctor!"
5
Apr. 29, 2024
"Dr. Welch is fantastic!"
5
Apr. 22, 2024
"Dr.Franklin(:::"
5
Apr. 15, 2024
"The Dr was very good."
5
Apr. 13, 2024
"Dr.Welch was knowledgeable and compassionate about the issues I am having. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in need of orthopedic care!"
5
Apr. 7, 2024
"Dr. Welch always answers questions thoroughly, and I really appreciate this!"
5
Apr. 2, 2024
"Was great!! Had a shot and pain is so much better. (after a few days)"
5
Mar. 27, 2024
"I was seen almost right away when I got to the office."
4.4
Mar. 26, 2024
"All professionals, the doctor, the PA, were professional, personable, and excellent in every way. This includes the thumb surgery for which I was awake. I thank God for this clinic and all its staff!"
5
Feb. 16, 2024
"Dr. Welch explained all my options for treatment, and that was very reassuring for me."
5
Feb. 11, 2024
"Tried to heal on its own but needed surgery. Was super helpful getting us in fast. So appreciative."
5
Feb. 10, 2024
"Very understanding and told me how to follow up"
5
Feb. 4, 2024
"No bad experience, Dr Welch was very good at explaining my issues."
5
Dec. 25, 2023
"Fantastic experience. I was refereed by my wife. Dr Welch had performed surgery one of her surgeries. Dr Welch is an example for all doctors, Very knowledgeable, caring, and made you feel that you ailment was all that mattered. Great experience!"
5
Dec. 18, 2023
"Dr. Welch is friendly and caring. Spent as much time as I needed to answer questions, explain the treatment plan. I never felt rushed."
5
Dec. 10, 2023
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