Christopher Michael Welch, MD

• Cochlear Implant Program (Adult)
• Cochlear Implant Program (Pediatric)
• Michigan Balance: Vestibular Testing & Rehabilitation

• Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma)

• Ear Surgery

Medical School or Training

Residency

Fellowships

Board Certifications

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Patient Comments

February 24, 2026 - "Dr. Welch took time to explain in great detail and understandable terms my scans and potential concerns."

February 18, 2026 - "Dr Welch just seems very professional, gave me thorough explanations of his diagnosis and our reasonable treatment options, and was generous with his time [...]"

February 9, 2026 - "Dr. Welch is a very good doctor. He listens well to my concerns. He has followed me through my [...] recovery. It was nice to have a constant contact concerned about my health"

February 8, 2026 - "Best outpatient visit I ever experienced. I only wish Dr. Welch could be cloned. We need more doctors like him."

December 8, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is very compassionate, thorough and has an excellent communication style."

December 3, 2025 - "Dr Welch is very easy to talk and he gives all options with potential problems vs good outcomes"

November 5, 2025 - "Dr. Welch took time to really listen and respond to questions I had. I have the utmost confidence in his knowledge of my medical issues and feel fortunate to have him as my doctor."

November 5, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is absolutely worth the drive. I have suffered from problems for most of my life, and he was the first and only ENT (after seeing [...] different doctors) to offer me a solution that worked. Not only did he listen when I expressed issues I've had in the past, but he also thanked me for advocating for myself, which resulted in a successful outcome. I am forever grateful to Dr. Welch."

October 25, 2025 - "Dr Welch had incredible bedside manner. He's compassionate and concise, he makes sure the patient and family fully understand. He's the kind of surgeon/doctor who spends just as much time with you as you need, but will spend a little longer if he can tell you need it. Asking up front surgery I will always remember the instant comfort I felt when he checked on me, and the trust I have for him. He's an incredible surgeon."

October 8, 2025 - "Dr. Welch was great. Very understanding and helped me understand my conditions."

October 6, 2025 - "I am SO GRATEFUL for Dr Welch as the time that was taken with me at this visit!! I sometimes have a hard time understanding things and he didn't rush me, but gave me as much time as I needed to understand what I was being told, to ask the questions I had (even giving me time when a question slipped my mind- for me to remember the question)!! What's more: he even told me should I have more questions about what we discussed, I could reach out to him via the portal!!! What a AWESOME doctor he is!!!"

October 1, 2025 - "One of the best healthcare providers that I have had at UOM. Dr. Welch explains everything In easy to understand terms and has a real care for his patients. One of the best!"

September 27, 2025 - "If I could give Dr Welch a higher grade then the one I could I would. Wonderful Dr and person"

September 17, 2025 - "Dr. Welch did an excellent job of listening, asking me questions to understand more clearly, and then explaining his thoughts on the direction of care that would be best. I appreciated his thoughtfulness [...] and would wholeheartedly recommend him to others."

September 13, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is the most professional specialist I have ever seen."

August 30, 2025 - "Dr Welch was very engaging and informative. He explained the overall procedure and processes in clear and understandable language. Was very happy with my interaction with Dr Welch."

August 19, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is a top notch doctor with care and concerns of all my issues ."

August 9, 2025 - "Dr. Welch clearly explains all aspects of- diagnosis, testing, surgery, postop expectations. He is very receptive to questions,"

August 9, 2025 - "Eight doctors have treated me for [...] and Dr Welch has been the best by far."

August 4, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is excellent"

August 4, 2025 - "Dr. Welch and [...] were well prepared for me; they communicated clearly and were good listeners to my concern(s). I have great confidence in Dr. Welch"

August 2, 2025 - "Dr. Welch has always been one of my favorite physicians"

July 12, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is outstanding and a highly trusted doctor in my family."

July 2, 2025 - "Dr. Welch was awesome! He listened to all my questions and answered them. He was patient, kind, thorough, knowledgeable and made me feel at ease."

July 2, 2025 - "DR. WELCH WAS GREAT."

June 30, 2025 - "A most friendly and caring spirit is what I noted. Extremely skilled and thorough research [...]; Dr. Welch got input from [...] which made me feel confident and sure about the whole process. Could not be more happy with him [...]"

June 25, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is the BEST. He has taken good care of me since my surgery. He has a great "bed-side manner" and is easy to talk to. He takes the time to listen to me and answer all my questions."

June 10, 2025 - "Good experience with Dr. Welch"

June 4, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is awesome. Very grateful for him."

May 28, 2025 - "Dr Welch came across like he really did want to listen to my concerns to be better prepared to offer proper treatment."

May 13, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is the best. He is very knowledgeable and listens to your needs and concerns."

May 5, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is always friendly, professional and knowledgeable."

April 30, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is an outstanding doctor. I trust him and appreciate his care"

April 30, 2025 - "Dr Welch is amazing! I would recommend him to anyone!"

April 22, 2025 - "Dr. Welch begins every return visit with "are there any questions"? He listens very attentively to he patients' concerns, then answers the them in a clear and concise manner. Best bedside manners I have ever observed!! He finishes the visit with "are there any questions"? And finally, If you have any questions, give us a call. He make you feel like he really care about your health."

April 21, 2025 - "I have generally been very pleased with my care at U of M. Dr. Welch was very pleasant to talk with and was genuinely concerned about my condition and requested additional tests before deciding the best course of action for my surgery."

April 20, 2025 - "Dr. Christopher Welch interacted very well with myself, and my husband. He answered. All of our questions and seemed concerned about my health issue. He is very nice, personable and polite. He has given me hope."

April 17, 2025 - "[...] and Dr Welch were first class. Everone was very nice and caring."

April 16, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is the best!"

April 15, 2025 - "Dr. Welch is wonderful!"

March 29, 2025 - "Dr Welch did an amazing job of explaining the procedure I would be having. Answered all of my questions with patience and kindness."

March 19, 2025 - "Great job, very thankful for Dr Welch"

March 15, 2025 - "Dr. Welch was great. This was a post-op follow up. Dr. Welch was great. I felt like I was well taken care of from the first visit. Everything was explained, care was taken, I was listened to. [...] I was taken care of and my family was also well taken care of."

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