About Me
I have been a practicing family physician for more than 30 years. As chair of the Department of Family Medicine at The Ohio State University, I believe in shared decision-making so that patients are engaged in their health care.
I love family medicine because it allows me to have a long-term doctor-patient relationship with a variety of individuals with different ages, different diseases, and different perspectives and experiences.
In addition to my clinical work, I am a member of the Cancer Control Program at the OSUCCC – James, where my research focuses on education, clinical practice and administration.
I was the principal investigator on a Health Resources & Services Administration grant to work on interprofessional education with the College of Medicine, the College of Nursing, the College of Pharmacy, the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, and the College of Social Work. I am also the co-investigator on a nursing grant that was recently submitted to develop a residency program for advanced practices nurses in primary care.
I enjoy the people that I work with at Ohio State and the fact that we look forward to making things better for our patients. I also like that we’re an integrated health care system, where all records are in the same place with computer access from any of our sites. This allows doctors to view a patient’s records and communicate electronically, which supports patient engagement.
Highlights
- Chair of Ohio State’s Family Medicine Department for 14 years
- American Academy of Family Physicians Board of Directors
- Past President of American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation
- Best Doctor in America 2017
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Hospital Administration
- Family Practice
- Primary Care
Locations Where I Practice
240 Market St.
Suite A New Albany, OH 43054
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
MD
7/1/1973 - 6/1/1976
Residency
Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
6/1/1976 - 6/30/1979
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine
7/8/1979
Academic Information
My Department
Family Medicine
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
243 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.9 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 10/25/2021, Dr. Welker has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- The Medical Board of the State of Ohio
Very through in discussing all aspects of my health.
Great provider
Dr. Welker is just outstanding in every way. She has been my doctor for 39 years and I feel she has provided EXCELLENT care for me all those years.
Listens carefully, asks appropriate questions before examining
Excellent
Very concerned and interested in my health/well being
Always shows concern and care.
She reviewed all my issues and medications and addressed any changes needed
Extremely knowledgeable
Doctor listens carefully and asks questions for clarification
Dr. Welker is the best!
They were very friendly and made sure that I got the carry that I needed and answers my questions I asked.
All good.
Dr. Welker listened intently and provided options for care. I appreciate that I did not feel rushed or pressured.
Excellent!
Dr. Welker is the BEST! I value her care and opinions. She is a wonderful mentor for doctors-in-training.
Excellent experience, she listened and answered all of my questions.
Dr Welker is the best
Long time patient of Dr. Welker's. She is the BEST!
She was awesome, as always!
Dr. Welker is always extremely efficient and thorough in her care for me... I've been her patient for over 40 years.
Provider listens & is helpful.
Great listener, very patient.
Dr. Welker got right to work on helping me with my concerns. Great experience!
Always gives me EXCELLENT care! Listens effectively and work well to improve my health.
Exceptional job
I have seen Dr. Welker for many years. I am confidant and comfortable with her expertise and care.
Good experience
She is wonderful!
Pleasant while she reviewed medicine, history and present concerns
She's the best! She always has my best interest and health at heart. Very informative of how my health is and steps I need to make to make it better.
Very professional and knowledgeable.
I've been seeing Dr. Welker for over 30 years. She is a great Dr. And an asset to OSU.
I love my Dr
Always a good experience and visit. Always concerned and caring
Outstandingly good as always
Excellent, as always.
I GET ALONG VERY WELL WITH MY DOCTOR.
All better than could be expected & always make the right treatment & follow up as needed.
She's very good.
Dr. Welker is the best ever. She always listens and asks questions regarding your total health. She never makes you feel rushed, and always asks about any medications you might need refilled.
Always attentive and knowledgeable
Everything was good.
Courteous, straight to the point, gives you time to respond, makes things clear
Listened to me and offered good advice.
I like the level of care she provides.
She is the best.
Excellent listener and respectful.
I think Mary Jo Welker is the best doctor I've ever seen, and over my 73 years I've seen well over one hundred.
I want Dr. Welker to be my doctor for the rest of my life. She is amazing.
dr. Welker is always extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
Dr. Welker has always been excellent .
Dr. Welker is a gem. Always a great visit when I need to go. Keeps me up to date with my next visit & what I need to do. I've had her for my doctor for over 40 years. I appreciate her!
My care provider is very knowledgeable and professional and asks many questions regarding the reason for my visit. She always figures out the best course of action for my care. She always takes the time to listen to what I have to say and answers my questions that I send in messages very quickly.
Ohio State Medical is ALWAYS very professional,caring and most importantly very knowledgeable
Great.
good
Great! I have been a patient of Dr. Welker's over 40 years. I have followed her whenever her office location changed.
Excellent!
Dr. Welker has a very calming demeanor and is extremely knowledgeable, always backing up answers with research based evidence. I'm very confident she is the right physician for me.
I dont feel like I got to talk about all my problems and explain all my symptoms which is unusual. then a medication I have been on for years I was asked who was prescribing this?
Dr. Welker has been my doctor for 38 years and she is an excellent doctor in every way. Love her and the care that she gives me.
She is GREAT.
Good - thorough & concerned.
Keeps pushing shots reg. flu shot shingles pneumonia.
My doctor since 1980 so my opinion is very high
Dr. Welker is the best healthcare provider ever!
always pragmatic helpful love my doc
My care provider was amazing!
Dr. Welkeris a caring and understanding person she listens to everything I have to say and she always gives me the proper guidance.
Reliable and informative
excellent
Came in soon after the nurse. Very professional and to the point. Answered any questions i had
I always have a good experience with Dr. Welker. We can joke at times - I've been her patient for over 31 years. A co-worker recommended I see her when I was pregnant with my first child.
Dr. Welker is the best. very knowledgeable and understanding.
It's all good! I moved a year ago so I now have about a 45 minute drive to get to my Doctors office and it's definitely worth the drive.
Dr. Welker is the best. She always listens and usually has the answer to any issues immediately. She has been my provider for a very long time!
Always ask if I have any questions and listens to my concerns. Willing to try different medications and dosages.
Provider asked if obvious skin issues (acne) desired treatment in a way that did not make my child feel self conscious.
Dr. Welker is a tremendous doctor as well as a person.
Dr. Welker is outstanding. She is very thorough and treats the "complete" patient taking the time to better understand overall health, behavior, concerns and medical history. She has a direct yet kind way of communicating information that is inclusive and comprehensive.
my care provider is the best!!!!!
All good.
Dr. Welker's professional style is a wonderful way to get me to relax. She's very understanding and has great communication skills.
Excellent care!
n/a...after nearly 25 years I feel like Dr Welker knows me at least a little
Excellent - Always.
Dr. Welker is the best. I've seen her for many, many years.
My care provider & all her assistants. Provided above & beyond required care requirements & true - genuine overall care & concerns for present & future needs!!
Best doctor in OSU System.
Dr welker has been my pcp since she completed her residency. nuff said
Dr. Welker always takes time to make sure all my questions are answered & always ask if I need prescription refills. She knows I care for my husband with dementia and checks on how I'm doing with the stress.
Love talking to my dr. love asking advice and discussing my concerns with her. I only see once a year and would like more time if I could not do that.
She is wonderful
I have 3 ongoing issues. She doesn't seem to listen or appreciate all the hard work &/or my belief of what caused one of my issues. I will be looking for another doctor.
I am lucky to have Dr Welker as my provider, knowledgeable, thoughtful, patient
She is great. Always able to answer any questions that I have. She is always looking out for my well being
vVery professional, concern to help and gave good plan and advice to help problem
the care provider Mary Jo never bother to even see me or review my chart. never addressed my illness sent me away but I had a fever due to sinus infection.
Dr. Welker does a wonderful job listening to me and my son. She asks him direct questions and listens to his answers confirming them with me.
knowledgeable and friendly
Dr. Welker is a true professional! She always takes time to understanding what is going on with me and helps to make sure that all of medical needs are covered. I couldn't ask for a better doctor!
Listened - reminds- caring - knows my medical history
never any complaints
The best doctor ever
Caring.
Excellent