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Dr. George Welch, MD

Dr. George Welch, MD

Cardiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. George Welch, MD is a cardiologist in Portland, ME and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lenox Hill Hospital and NYU Langone Hospitals. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 5 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Practice

331 Veranda St Portland, ME 04103

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Welch is affiliated with Caldwell Memorial Hospital Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Welch is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Welch specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Welch's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Welch

5.0

43 ratings, 42 with a written review
5 Star
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What went well
  • 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
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James D. – Sep 13, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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Paul V. – Sep 10, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Anonymous – Sep 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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W. K. – Aug 31, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Anonymous – Aug 31, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Alexandra F. – Aug 29, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Chris A. – Aug 28, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Lillian B. – Aug 26, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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Janett E. – Aug 25, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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Anonymous – Aug 23, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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A. A. – Aug 15, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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S. Y. – Aug 14, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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Anonymous – Aug 13, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jennifer M. – Aug 10, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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Christine G. – Aug 01, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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Anonymous – Jul 27, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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Patrick C. – Jul 25, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Tina M. – Jul 22, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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Anonymous A. – Jul 17, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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H. T. – Jul 17, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. George N. Welch is a Non-Invasive Cardiologist serving the New York area for more than 20 years. Dr. Welch is experienced in Stroke Screening, Peripheral Arterial Disease and Aneurysm. He has been practicing since 1991. He is a professional...read more
  • Cardiology

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  • Harvard University - Medical Practice

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Vermont Larner College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
  • Williams College Bachelors Degree - B A In Political Science

    Undergraduate School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Welch is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Martins Point Healthcare331 Veranda St Portland, ME 04103
    1

    Practice

    Buchanan General Hospital1535 Slate Creek Rd Grundy, VA 24614
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Tallahatchie General Hospital

      141 Dr TT Lewis Cir
      Charleston, MS 38921

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

      99%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      26% higher than the national average

      94%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      12% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Caldwell Memorial Hospital

      411 Main St
      Columbia, LA 71418
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      93%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      20% higher than the national average

      90%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      15% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Union General Hospital

      901 James Ave
      Farmerville, LA 71241

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

      99%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      24% higher than the national average

      99%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      17% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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