Shea Welsh, MD

Shea Welsh, MD

4.9 
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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Nebraska College of Medicine - 2012
Residency:
Lincoln Medical Education Partnership - 2015

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

438 Ratings

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April 29, 2025

5.0

He listens to what I have to say and offers good advice

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Took time answered all my questions and even made a referral to a doctor who had a expertise after my visit. Showed me he was concerned with my health even after my visit

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April 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Welsh is great. He is a good listener and I feel he is genuinely invested in my health.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Shea Welsh was really good. I had a doctor for over 10 years that left and he recommended Shea. Shea was attentive, knowledgeable, and personal.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Great doctor. Very knowledgable, reviews charts prior to appointments, great listener, great care plans

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April 21, 2025

5.0

First visit but so far so good.

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April 19, 2025

5.0

Thorough and attentive.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

This was my first time meeting him after my primary doctor left NW. He was extremely attentive while sharing my medical history. He allowed me to talk before he picked up the conversation and asked what I was looking for in my healthcare and and deepened his understanding of my medical history by asking for clarity. I also left with good feeling that he will be a great partner for my health and well being.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Caring and empathetic. Took the time to hear concern and research.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk to, takes his time to listen and involves me in care decisions

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April 13, 2025

5.0

I feel like Dr. WELSH cares about his patients.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

He's very personable

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April 10, 2025

5.0

My PCP has the best bedside manor, and smart.

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Great doctor. Friendly and always discusses my health and is interested in my life as it relates to my well being

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April 05, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manor and took time to listen.

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Welsh is thorough, kind, approachable and knows his profession well. An excellent first appointment.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

He seems to be a great guy. I hope you can keep him.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Really a great doctor. Really listens and cares. Asks tons of questions. Takes concerns seriously.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Spends so much time with patients really wants to understand everything about your health before making a judgement

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Kind, knowledgeable and smart.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

It gives me great relief to have a doctor that is knowledgeable and genuinely cares about you

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March 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Welsh is professional, compassionate and just an amazing physician!!

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March 09, 2025

5.0

Great personality, insightful, patient, intelligent and skilled

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Welcoming Friendly Felt very comfortable with him He listened and could relate to me personally

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March 04, 2025

5.0

My 1st visit with him. Friendly, intelligent.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

He handles issues as a true professional.

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February 28, 2025

5.0

Exceptional listener. Very supportive and knowledgeable. Excellent bedside manners.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Because of the care I received 10's across the board!!!

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February 24, 2025

5.0

He seems very knowledgeable. It was our first appointment so it's hard to give too much feedback yet

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February 22, 2025

5.0

He is very thoughtful and helpful.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Personable, knowledgable, and thorough

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February 20, 2025

5.0

I have just moved to Chicago and was looking for PCP. Dr Welsh was a perfect match. Looking forward to many years of quality healthcare with Dr Welsh.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Excellent experience with exceptional care. Dr Welsh took time to ask me health questions to get to know me, it was a thorough care experience.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Excellent care and Compassion

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February 14, 2025

5.0

Great communication and great energy.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

This was a transfer of care appointment. Dr. Welsh established rapport and credibility, had done his home work on who I am as a patient, offered context on some of the care that I've had in the past and was generous with his time in our discussion of my current age and health concerns.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Best encounter with a physician that I've had at NW, let alone any doctor. He was knowledgable, incredibly kind, great bedside manner, and listened to everything I said and didn't rush me. I felt like a partner in this visit and would 100% recommend him!

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February 05, 2025

5.0

Great manner. Really felt like he listened. IF someone were to get in to NM, I would easily recommend him!

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February 05, 2025

5.0

Very thorough

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February 04, 2025

5.0

He is very personalized and professional .

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February 01, 2025

5.0

Good bedside manner and very thorough

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January 30, 2025

5.0

I'm very pleased with my new doctor, Dr. Welsh. He was super friendly, personable, and got to know me on a personal level in addition to listening to my concerns.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Extremely thorough and personable

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January 27, 2025

5.0

He was approachable, friendly and a good listener. He took the time to get familiar with my medical history prior to my appointment

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Welsh listened attentively and expresses care for my health. He validates my questions and concerns by using phrases like, "if I understand what you're saying...," which is reassuring. He always takes time and doesn't rush. He works well with the other staff for a smooth visit.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Very nice and thorough

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January 15, 2025

5.0

Friendly and professional staff. Showed concern and took the time to discuss my medical history. This is my first time visiting him, so 9 is sufficient!

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January 13, 2025

5.0

He's efficient and focused

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Welsh is simply amazing!!!! We drive from pretty far to see him because he's great!

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January 08, 2025

5.0

very friendly, knowledgeable, good memory for personal details that makes it feel like he cares

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Very nice doctor.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Not even my mom is a better listener. Scope of expertise well above expectations.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Professional and thorough! Takes his time.

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December 30, 2024

5.0

Personable, curious, knowledgeable

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December 30, 2024

5.0

Friendly, very thorough.

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December 25, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, prepared for the (on-time) appointment, active listener, asks questions.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Welsh is an extremely competent and patient PCP, and I strongly recommend him. He takes the time to ask questions and make sure that I'm exploring the right healthcare options. I'm very comfortable with him as my PCP.

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December 19, 2024

5.0

He seemed experienced.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

Was very welcoming, detailed and took their time to understand where things stood with my current health, associated medications I'm taking etc.

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December 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Welsh was very friendly and wasn't rushed. He also really listened.

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December 13, 2024

5.0

I had an exceptional first appointment with Dr. Welsh! Very thorough, caring and knowledgeable.

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Made me feel relaxed and comfortable.

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December 11, 2024

5.0

Thoughtful and sensitive care.

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December 04, 2024

5.0

I have had three major health issues this past year. Dr Welsh was very helpful in helping me in answering some questions that remained after seeing specialists. He is compassionate and calming, helping me navigate the magnitude of dealing with so much in short period of time.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

He was great on my initial visit for a Primary Care physician. He reviewed my past info, discussed medications, suggested ideas to improve, asked to updated labs and reviewed target objective numbers for my diabetes.

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November 17, 2024

5.0

I saw Dr. Welsh this past week for a first-time appointment to establish care. He was incredibly kind, professional, and thorough. He did not rush through the appointment and took time to listen to my full family history and my concerns. He had great recommendations for me and laid out a nice plan for moving forward. I would highly recommend Dr. Welsh for anyone who is looking for a thorough doctor with excellent bedside manner who doesn't make you feel like you're just a number.

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November 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Welsh took time to listen to and answer my questions. He is empathetic and has a kind manner.

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November 14, 2024

5.0

Dr Welsh was so personable and put me at ease. He really took his time getting to know me and my medical history. And he got me caught up on overdue shots and tests. He was very knowledgeable, very kind and I feel so much better having met with him.

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November 02, 2024

5.0

It was my first time with Dr. Welsh, but I found him to be very attentive and thorough.

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October 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Welsh is so nice and thorough.

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October 23, 2024

5.0

Personable, thorough, inquisitive....

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October 16, 2024

5.0

Seems like a good doctor

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Welsh is kind yet thorough. I feel confident in the care I received from him.

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October 14, 2024

5.0

Very easy to talk to and get to all the points

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October 13, 2024

5.0

Kind, thorough, and compassionate care.

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October 11, 2024

5.0

He took his time and spent over two hours with me going through my very complicated medical history. He had wonderful answers for my Auestions

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October 10, 2024

5.0

His interest in patient care, understanding and knowledge

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October 10, 2024

4.0

Very attentive and concerned about my health. My first meeting he really spent time getting to know me. Also, brings a new approach which is great.

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October 09, 2024

5.0

I was impressed with Dr. Welsh _ he was attentive and cared about the details. Above all, he seemed kind and emphatic.

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October 03, 2024

5.0

Shea was very personable and friendly!

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October 02, 2024

5.0

He listens. He easy to relate to. Very happy with him.

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September 30, 2024

5.0

Dr Welsh is the best. He listens and engages with the patient. He has helpful suggestions for issues. He is thorough and takes time to problem solve.

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September 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Shea Welsh has exceptionally good bedside manner. Covered so many specifics, incredibly detailed and efficient while also maintaining superb eye contact and connection on personal level. Took more than adequate time. Just so pleased.

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September 26, 2024

5.0

He was very receptive and open to my needs and experiences.

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September 20, 2024

5.0

Best doctor! He listens to what you say. Ask you for what you think. Very happy I am in good hands

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September 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Welsh is very kind and respectful. Both times I've seen him he has taken a generous amount of time to listen and note each of my concerns, given me multiple perspectives for treatment, and sent me a written follow-up afterwards to make sure everything we discussed gets attention. I've never had a primary care physician who seems to care as much about helping people as he does.

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September 06, 2024

5.0

I was very satisfied with the care and service I received.

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September 05, 2024

5.0

Very understanding and easy to talk to

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September 05, 2024

5.0

He listens and doesn't rush through an exam.

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September 04, 2024

5.0

Shea Welsh is the absolute best. My wife and I had been with a Northwestern provider, Marilyn Pearson, for a long time, at least 10 years, and with her sudden retirement, were left without a provider. My wife had searched for a new provider and found Shea Welsh. We were nervous about starting with someone new but he turned out to be everything we could've hoped for -- knowledgeable, kind, compassionate and very personable. After the first appt, we felt like we had known him for years. He is wonderful!

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Shea Welsh, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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