Summary

Dr. Robert Welch is an orthopedic surgeon with 38 years of experience treating patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed his residency training at Washington University's Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Welch pursued specialized fellowship training in hand surgery at the University of California, San Diego, allowing him to develop expertise in complex hand and upper extremity procedures. He holds board certifications in both orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and surgery from the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Welch communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Welch practices at Duly Health and Care in Naperville, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale. His clinical focus includes treating patients experiencing joint pain, shoulder discomfort, and joint stiffness that can limit daily activities. He incorporates physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans to help patients regain function and mobility. Patients have given Dr. Welch an average rating of 4.3 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and patient care approach.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 38 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of California, San Diego, CA Hand Surgery
  • 24 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Duly Health and Care

1259 Rickert DrNaperville, IL 60540

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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38 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 29 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 Speaks English
Naperville , ILAlgonquin , ILDes Plaines , ILAlgonquin , IL
Med School: New Jersey College of Dentistry Med School: University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Welch

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Welch has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Welch has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of California, San Diego, CA Hand Surgery1994
University of California Medical Center1994
U/CA SAN DIEGO MED CTR, SAN DIEGO, CA United States,, Hand Surgery1993

Residency

UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Orthopedic Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery
Washington University School of Medicine
Barnes-Jewish Hospital1993
Washington University, Barnes Hospital, St Louis, MO1989
Washington Univ School of Med of St. Louis General1989
Barnes-Jewish Hospital1989
BARNES HSP, ST LOUIS, MO United States,1988

Medical School

New Jersey College of DentistryGraduated in 1988
University of Wi Med Sch, Madison WiGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Robert Welch accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Robert Welch has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Robert Welch's office located?
Dr. Robert Welch's office is located at 1259 Rickert Dr, Naperville, IL, 60540.
Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Welch affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Welch is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale.
Does Dr. Robert Welch accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Welch accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Robert Welch speak?
Dr. Robert Welch speaks English.

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