Dr. John Francis Welkie, MD

Dr. John Welkie is a vascular surgeon who also practices general surgery, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to his patients. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency training at Temple University Health System. With 41 years of experience in surgical care, Dr. Welkie provides comprehensive treatment for complex vascular conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Welkie practices at Saint Lukes Hospital Lehighton Campus and sees patients in Allentown, Lehighton, and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating peripheral artery disease and atherosclerosis, helping patients restore proper blood flow throughout their bodies. His practice also focuses on varicose vein treatment, providing relief for patients with venous circulation issues. Dr. Welkie performs diagnostic procedures including Doppler ultrasound and carotid artery ultrasound to evaluate blood vessel health, …along with ankle-brachial index testing to assess circulation. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5.