Summary

Dr. John Welkie is a vascular surgeon who specializes in treating conditions affecting blood vessels throughout the body. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his surgical residency at Temple University Health System. With 41 years of experience in vascular surgery, Dr. Welkie has developed extensive expertise in both surgical and non-surgical treatments for circulatory system disorders. He is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Welkie practices at Saint Lukes Hospital Lehighton Campus and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania, including Allentown, Lehighton, and Bethlehem. He focuses on treating peripheral artery disease, varicose veins, and atherosclerosis. His diagnostic expertise includes performing Doppler ultrasounds and carotid artery ultrasounds to evaluate blood flow. Dr. Welkie also conducts ankle-brachial index tests to assess circulation in the legs. Patients have rated him 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 41 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Temple University Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Francis Welkie has 8 locations

Lvpg Vascular Surgery

1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 301Allentown, PA 18103
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

LVPG Vascular Surgery-Lehighton

1001 Mahoning St Ste 205Lehighton, PA 18235

LVPG Vascular Surgery-Lehighton

1001 Mahoning StLehighton, PA 18235

Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest

1200 S Cedar Crest BlvdAllentown, PA 18103

Lehigh Valley Hospital 17Th Street

1627 Chew StAllentown, PA 18102

Lehigh Valley Hospital Muhlenberg

2545 Schoenersville RdBethlehem, PA 18017

LVPG Vascular Surgery-Muhlenberg

1770 Bathgate Rd Ste 402Bethlehem, PA 18017

LVPG Vascular Surgery-Muhlenberg

2649 Schoenersville Rd Ste 301Bethlehem, PA 18017
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. John Francis Welkie, MDDr. Thomas Joseph Tachovsky, MDDr. Diana Isabel Ortiz, MDDr. Robert Elwood Wertz, MD
Vascular SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.8 
41 Years of Experience 64 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 66 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Allentown , PAFountain Hill , PANorristown , PABethlehem , PA
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Francis Welkie

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cenpatico
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Francis Welkie has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Francis Welkie has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Infectious Disease
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Temple University Health System

Medical School

Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson UniversityGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. John Welkie speak?
Dr. John Welkie speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. John Welkie accepting new patients?
Dr. John Welkie has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. John Welkie's office located?
Dr. John Welkie's office is located at 1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 301, Allentown, PA, 18103.
Does Dr. John Welkie accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Welkie accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Welkie affiliated with?
Dr. John Welkie is affiliated with Saint Lukes Hospital Lehighton Campus.

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