Thomas J. Welle, D.O. - Santa Cruz, California

Gary J.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Dr. Welle and I cannot recommend him and staff highly enough. From the moment I walked into the office , I was greeted with warmth and professionalism by the staff, setting positive tone for my visit.
Dr. Welle was detailed in his approach. He took the time to throughly explain my condition and the various treatment options.

Albert S.

Caring, compassionate, listens without interruption, offers advice and choices with zero pressure. Leans on the most non-invasive options first. I always leave feeling well cared for.

Jennifer B.

Dr. was not able to give me much time from the minute we started. I was uneasy about the diagnosis since he made it so quickly so I wanted to clarify by asking how he determined this so quickly. I think he is probably done this for several years however a little more patient centered care would have been nice so I left more confident in the diagnosis he provided.

Ken S.

Dr. Welle always shoots straight. Sometimes not what I want to hear. He knows what can and what cannot be done. He is a true gem as a family man. You see it on all his walls as well as I see it on the Physician"s I have surrounded my self with. He does his best to relieve my pain and shows concern. I appreciate his dedication to family and practice. He did my shoulder (right) in 2020. Best shoulder surgery I've ever had. Thank you Dr. Welle. Hope my knee gets better with your teatment.

Grant E.

Dr Welle looked at my Knee and put in an order for an MRI

Told me what he thinks it is and will get definitive info from the MRI

Naomi G.

I'm a physically active 63 yr. old female. Love to mt. bike, ski, and hike. After a year plus of pain in right knee I had an MRI which showed an Acute medial meniscus tear in right knee. I was referred to Dr. Welle by my primary care physician. Once I decided to do the surgery I was well attended to by his entire team. Dr. Welle was cordial and spent time answering my questions. Yesterday was my surgery. I was very happy with the entire Sutter surgery unit. Everyone was polite and professional and I felt very at ease. So far so good! They sent me home with photos that show a very clean repair of my meniscus. Fingers crossed I'll be hiking again this next summer with no pain. I definitely would recommend Dr. Welle.

Paul P.

While I can't speak to Dr. Welle's skills as a surgeon, I can say I've met with him several times about my knee issues and left feeling satisfied with my visits. Dr. Welle has a no nonsense type demeanor and always takes the time to discuss my diagnoses and treatment options. I never felt rushed or pressured to have surgery. Very professional orthopedic surgeon.

William P.

Don't give 5 starts haphazardly. Dr. Welle has been my ortho physician for years. He has a quiet competent/confidence. His surgical work in my case has produced excellent results.