Summary

Dr. Theodore Welling is a surgeon specializing in oncology with 27 years of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and focuses his practice on complex cancer surgeries. Dr. Welling speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Welling practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California. He treats patients with serious liver conditions including bile duct cancer and liver cancer. His surgical expertise includes hepatobiliary procedures, which involve operations on the liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts. Patients rate him 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 27 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Michigan Medical School
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

3855 Health Sciences DriveSan Diego, CA 92037

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Speaks English
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Theodore H. Welling

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Theodore H. Welling has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Theodore H. Welling has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • Hepatocellular Carcinoma
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Liver Diseases
  • Liver Transplantation
  • Oncologist
  • Pancreatic Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Theodore H. Welling holds inactive and active medical licenses in the states of New York and California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 1999.

NPI Number

Theodore H. Welling's NPI number is 1023109683.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Theodore Welling accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Theodore Welling has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Theodore Welling speak?
Theodore Welling speaks English.
Where is Theodore Welling's office located?
Theodore Welling's office is located at 3855 Health Sciences Drive, San Diego, CA, 92037.
Does Theodore Welling accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Theodore Welling accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Theodore Welling?
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