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2 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Karl Welke is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in complex heart surgeries and general surgical procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. With 32 years of experience in surgery, Dr. Welke has developed extensive expertise in treating patients with challenging cardiovascular conditions. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Welke practices at Childrens Hospital of The Kings Daughters and Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, with locations in Charlotte, North Carolina. His clinical focus includes treating congenital heart disease, Eisenmenger syndrome, and ventricular septal defects. He performs specialized procedures such as heart defect repair, open heart defect surgery, and patent ductus arteriosus surgery. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0.
Dr. Welke practices at Childrens Hospital of The Kings Daughters and Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, with locations in Charlotte, North Carolina. His clinical focus includes treating congenital heart disease, Eisenmenger syndrome, and ventricular septal defects. He performs specialized procedures such as heart defect repair, open heart defect surgery, and patent ductus arteriosus surgery. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Sanger Heart And Vascular Institute Adult Cardiology Kenilworth
1237 Harding Pl Ste 3100Charlotte, NC 28204 Tel: (704) 373-0212
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
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karl Frederick Welke
Medical Specialties
Dr. Karl Frederick Welke has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karl Frederick Welke has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Medical School
University Of Illinois Co
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1994
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