Summary

Dr. David Welsh treats pleural effusion, breathing problems, and dyspnea, and performs pulmonary function testing, therapeutic hypothermia, and bronchodilator reversibility testing. He practices pulmonology and is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans, bringing 37 years of experience to his patients.

Dr. Welsh earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1992, followed by a fellowship at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans in 1998. He sees patients in New Orleans, Louisiana. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Welsh 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

David Allen Welsh

2700 Napoleon AveNew Orleans, LA 70115

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David Allen Welsh, MDDr. Mohammad Bilal Ashraf, MDDr. Joseph Alexander Lasky, MDDr. Karen Marie Foti, MD
PulmonologyCritical Care MedicinePulmonologyPulmonology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
5 
3.7 
4.3 
4.3 
37 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
New Orleans , LASouthaven , MSNew Orleans , LAKenner , LA
Med School: Univ. of Washington School of Medicine Med School: Quaid-E-Azam Medical College Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by David Allen Welsh

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Peoples Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

David Allen Welsh has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

David Allen Welsh has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonologist
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

David Allen Welsh holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1998.

Residency

Completed their residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1992.

Internship

Completed their internship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ. of Washington School of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

David Allen Welsh's NPI number is 1265455232.

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What languages does David Welsh speak?
David Welsh speaks English.
Which hospitals is David Welsh affiliated with?
David Welsh is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans.

Data Sources

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