Kevin C. Welch, MD

Kevin C. Welch, MD

4.8 
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Primary Specialty

Rhinology & Skull Base Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Drexel University College of Medicine (Hahnemann University) - 2002
Residency:
University of Maryland - 2007
Fellowships:
University of Pennsylvania Health System - 2008

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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

Ratings and Reviews

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4.8
4.8 

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April 26, 2025

5.0

Very high level of trust.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

His approach is direct but cordial. He listened carefully to what I said. He responded to all my questions and concerns.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Welch not only was very specific and precise in his explanation of my treatment; he listened very closely to my response. He made me feel that I was in good hands. He was clinical yet talked to me as if I were a person not just a patient.

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April 13, 2025

5.0

He was very attentive and showed concern

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April 04, 2025

5.0

He is absolutely amazing in his field.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, exceptionally communications, efficient, focused on wellness and prevention. Top notch in all aspects.

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Same as above! Love the results he gave me.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Obviously a skilled surgeon, and surrounded by a well oiled system and staff.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Super-impressed with Dr. Welch. Being a new patient who came to him for a second opinion on a surgery, I deeply appreciate the time he took to fully understand my condition and medical history. Dr. Welch offered alternatives which we will be following up on under his guidance.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

An excellent doctor, very good care, 100% dedicated to his profession. I am happy for his excellent work.

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Very courteous and prompt. Understood my needs and worked with me.

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March 18, 2025

5.0

No-nonsense, straightforward, kind, efficient, helpful

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March 17, 2025

5.0

I have confidence in Dr's recommendations.

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March 11, 2025

5.0

Liked how he interacted

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Very good

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Welch was fantastic! Made everything clear and detailed. I've been to two different ENT doctors and have gotten nowhere until Dr. Welch

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February 27, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor. Caring, knowledgeable, patient. Explains everything in detail and provides great guidance.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Great dr.

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February 22, 2025

5.0

Very personable and knowledgeable

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Professional, friendly, answered all my questions.

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Welch was extremely professional, helpful, informed, and explained everything very well. He also had a well-conceived follow up plan.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

I appreciate the time and care that Dr. Welch has taken to explain my condition and treatments

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Listen to you answers all your question Kind caring

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January 19, 2025

5.0

This very moment, January 19, 2025, there are 8 billion people on the planet. Yes, over eight billion and not one in that count, not a single soul is more THANKFUL than me for Dr. Kevin Welch, his medical care, wisdom, the surgery December 20, 2024, the care on follow up office appointments, all given fresh Wind and Wings to the quality of my life, fresh hope and a new focus on health and my life's dreams. The past years have been challenging but now the Light of good Sinus is a wonderful Blessing to me, Thanks to Dr. Welch and the Great Team.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

I want other's to experience the same 'life-restoring' procedure which I had.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and friendly

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December 16, 2024

5.0

Talented care with clarity of communication. Top of the line professional in every way.

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December 08, 2024

5.0

He wanted answer to his questions to be very specific. Hi examination was very thorough. He was very interested in the medical history I provided and used it in making his evaluations.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

very professional explaining everything clearly

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December 03, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable

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November 21, 2024

5.0

Dr.Welch is very patient and caring as a doctor. He explains everything very thoroughly and does not treat me as just another number!

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Welch is wonderful. He has a very calm demeanor and was great with me while I was very panicky

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Welch and his staff are professional, caring and efficient in resolving any issues that arise. I appreciate their genuine concern when I contact the office with a question.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Very competent, on time, knowledgeable and available.

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November 04, 2024

5.0

Very kind and knowledgeable. Great bedside manner. Truthful.

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October 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Welch is the consummate expert, and patient- centric physician

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October 14, 2024

5.0

Dr Welch's follow up care post surgery has been excellent . My breathing has never been better.

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October 11, 2024

5.0

The visits are quick yet efficient and I dont feel rushed. Dr. Welch answers all of my questions. He is very nice and informative.

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October 08, 2024

5.0

I already recommended him to my friend. His focus is on to take care of the patient, money is not his prim focus.

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October 08, 2024

5.0

I felt like he was clear and demonstrated strong reasoning behind his comments and assessments.

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October 02, 2024

5.0

Thorough review of history and current condition. Along with detailed explanation of current condition and options.

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September 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Welch is a spectacular surgeon and guided me through the process from pre to post-operative care with brilliance and answered all of my questions. What is key is that not only did he perform this delicate surgical procedure, but prescribed a rinse to keep the polyps at bay.

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September 17, 2024

5.0

He is very experienced and professional. He knows his stuff.

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September 17, 2024

5.0

Excellent explanation on procedures and surgery process.

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September 17, 2024

5.0

He's great

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September 15, 2024

5.0

Experience.

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September 06, 2024

5.0

Dr. Welch is a highly skilled and experienced provider. He takes the time to respond to all questions and I always feel heard by him. His practice runs smoothly and promptly, I have never had a wait, my appointments are always punctual

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September 03, 2024

5.0

Good treatment and easy to discuss treatment with

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September 03, 2024

5.0

Kevin knew what the problem was and solved it.

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September 03, 2024

5.0

Has helped immensely. It has been the least amount of sinus problems in years.

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Disclosures

Kevin C. Welch, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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