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Dr. Brian Welcome, MD

Dr. Brian Welcome, MD

Ophthalmology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Welcome, MD is an ophthalmologist in Greenville, SC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Practice

1 Doctors Dr Greenville, SC 29605

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Welcome specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Welcome's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Welcome

4.9
45 ratings, 31 with a written review
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The best ophthalmologist in the country.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Lamar Lehman – Jul 20, 2022
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I have been a patient of Dr. Welcome since he joined Jersey Eye. I was diagnosed at 24 with glaucoma and he has been my rock when it comes to my eyes after 44 years with glaucoma.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Patricia Hudson – Jun 03, 2022
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Very happy, Dr. Welcome saved me from loosing my eye from a bad car accident.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 16, 2021
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I have been going to Dr. Welcome for over 12 years. He is an exceptional physician. This last visit was a post surgical visit and he and I are pleased with the results. He has literally saved my eyesight!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Karen – Feb 09, 2021
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I am so very pleased with the care & guidance that Dr. Welcome has given me. I believe him to be thorough, competent, pleasant and approachable. His staff has always been welcoming - The environment is clean & comfortable. Most definitely I would highly, enthusiastically recommend Dr. Brian Welcome !!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mary Lewis Friesell – Jan 14, 2021
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I highly recommend Dr. Brian Welcome. A rating of 5 stars is not enough to express the caring, empathic, respectful, personable, gentle, kind, and pleasant demeanor of Dr. Welcome. Since my first service with him nearly 12 years ago, he has consistently portrayed the following traits to this very day: knowledgeable, accountable, accurate with my diagnosis, patient, and positive. He performed successful surgery on my eye 10 years ago and I have not had any side effects or complications. I have felt nothing less than a patient whom he feels is important enough for him to invest in the best care for my eyes. I trust him because he has completely earned it through his excellent service. I rate Dr. Brian Welcome 10 stars instead of 5!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Jun 29, 2019
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Not only is Brian very knowledgeable in his field, but he is also always polite and gracious and pleasant. That's a great combination in a doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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May 22, 2019
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As always Dr. Welcome and his staff are warm, caring and knowledgeable. I am part of the team that works to maintain my eye health. There is open discussion about exam results and we decide together how the treatment will proceed. No question goes unanswered and my opinion matters.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 07, 2019
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My wife was diagnosed with glaucoma several years ago. When the time came for surgical intervention, Dr Welcome was recommended by her local doctor. We found Dr. Welcome to be a wonderful doctor who really has the interests of the patient in mind. Aftercare has been at least as good as care prior to surgery. No question goes unanswered, concern is too small. There are not enough good words in our language to describe our experience. You will feel the same!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 02, 2019
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He is a very caring doctor and cares so much about his patients. I trust him very much. He has a very caring personality. I like him soooo much because he cares about me and my eyes. Thank you for giving me this opportunity to tell you how I feel about Dr. Welcome!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 27, 2019
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Dr. Welcome is very professional and very personable. The office is extremely efficient and courteous!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2019
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I have been a patient of Dr. Welcome for a number of years and I am very thankful for this. I wish all my doctors were as good as him. I would highly recommend him. He has been treating my glaucoma and I feel comfortable with everything he has done with this. Although I hate this condition, I am in good hands. Thank you Dr. Welcome!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 11, 2019
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I have been going to Dr. Brian Welcome at the Jervey Eye Group since we moved to Greenville almost 5 years ago. My Glaucoma Doctor in AZ reviewed all the Glaucoma Specialists in Greenville since he didn't know anyone here. He recommended Dr. Welcome based on his resume and I couldn't be more pleased with his caring about my eyesight. I have had glaucoma for several years and he has been vigilant with making sure my pressure is in check. I highly recommend Dr. Welcome to anyone who needs a Glau
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 10, 2019
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Dr. Welcome has been my doctor since I was 15 days old now I am 13. He has not only been a doctor to me he has been like family to me. I trust my health of my eyes to Dr. Welcome and I truly believe that he has blessed me with the sight that I have today. He is an excellent doctor that I would recommend 100%. Thank you Dr. Welcome for all you have done for me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 09, 2019
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Dr welcome is very knowledgeable. Can't believe quality of his treatments. We are very fortunate that he lives in Greenville.... highly recommend!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 07, 2019
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Have been seeing Dr. Welcome for a few years and can’t say enough good things about him. He is very thorough, explains everything & has a terrific personality. I highly recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 04, 2019
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My mother Henrietta Johnson visits Dr. welcome for her eyes. He is the most outstanding doctor that has ever taken care of my mothers eyes. He does what he can to make sure her vision is in the best shape possible. He is a great and caring eye doctor and I would highly recommend him for yourself or your family members.
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 27, 2019
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I am very pleased with care I've received from Dr. Welcome.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 26, 2019
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I have been a patient at the Jervey Eye Group for 22 years with the last 12 or so being a patient of Dr. Brian Welcome. He has guided, explained, listened, and cared for me all these years as we’ve managed my glaucoma together. I can’t give him enough stars! We have been through the drug therapy, laser surgeries and finally trabeculectomy surgery on both eyes. I’m a stable glaucoma patient at the moment thanks to his skilled hands and knowledge. I would highly recommend him and his staff!
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No results
What could be improved
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Mar 23, 2019
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I agree with all of the 5 star reviews of Dr. Welcome. He is a "keeper" for sure. Thank you, Dr. Welcome, for taking such good care of all of us. FIVE STARS and more.
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What could be improved
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Mar 20, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Never let a patient leave with more questions then they had walking in. Educate and explain with directness, but do not scare or intimidate. Never mislead. Earn trust. Every patient has a story...learn it by reading between the lines. Glaucoma management is a clinical marriage...and I am loyal.

biography

Dr. Welcome is the glaucoma specialist in one of the largest private, multi-specialty ophthalmology groups in the Carolinas, providing strictly tertiary glaucoma care for most of northwestern South Carolina, parts of southern North Carolina and...read more
  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Ok/dean A Mcgee Eye Inst

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Ok/dean A Mcgee Eye Institute

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Brown U/ri Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2001
  • Rhode Island Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2001
  • Brown U/roger Williams Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1998
  • State University Of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997
  • Dartmouth College, Hanover Nh

    Undergraduate School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Privia Medical Group South Carolina LLC1 Doctors Dr Greenville, SC 29605
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Jervey Eye Group PA5 Stevens St Greenville, SC 29605
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Office5 Stevens St Ste 100 Greenville, SC 29605
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Practice

Jervey Eye Group PA601 Halton Rd Greenville, SC 29607
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital

    701 Grove Rd
    Greenville, SC 29605
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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