Eric G. Welder, MD
Hip and Knee Orthopedic SurgeryShoulder Orthopedic SurgerySports Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 19-64
- Older Adult >65
Gender
MaleHospital Affiliation
- Saint Joseph Hospital
- Good Samaritan Hospital
- Platte Valley Hospital
About Eric G. Welder
About The Provider
Eric Welder, MD, is a sports medicine and orthopedic surgeon with Intermountain Health in Aurora. Dr. Welder’s clinical interests include open and arthroscopic shoulder surgery, including shoulder arthroplasty, hip preservation surgery, knee surgery, including, ligamentous reconstruction, cartilage preservation, meniscus surgery, and patellofemoral pathology. He earned his undergraduate degree from Stanford University. He graduated with a Doctor of Medicine and completed an orthopedic surgery residency at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Most recently, Dr. Welder concluded a sports medicine fellowship with UCHealth Steadman Hawkins Clinic in Denver. As a board-eligible surgeon, he is passionate about expanding access in the local community to cutting-edge treatments for athletes including both nonoperative and surgical techniques.
“Days, weeks, and seasons matter to both competitive and recreational athletes, and I, therefore, strive to understand every patient's individual goals and to work with them to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that includes both non-surgical and surgical treatment options to best meet these goals.”
When not working with patients, Dr. Welder enjoys football, snowboarding, golf, hiking, and above all, spending time with his wife and son grilling in the backyard and teaching him to play baseball left-handed.
Locations
- Platte Valley Clinic - Orthopedics
- 1610 Prairie Center Parkway, Suite 2200, Brighton, CO 80601
- Get Directions
- phone: 303-498-1885
- fax: 303-498-1884
- East Crossroads Clinic - Orthopedics
- 23750 E 14th Ave Ste 230, Aurora, CO 80018
- Get Directions
- phone: 303-812-5240
- fax: 303-272-0269
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: UCHealth Steadman Hawkins Clinic Denver, Sports Medicine, 2024
- Residency: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Orthopedic Surgery, 2023
- Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine, 2018
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem BCBS
- Cigna
- Clear Spring
- Cofinity
- Colorado Access
- CorVel
- Coventry
- Denver Health
- First Health/Coventry
- Friday Health Plans
- Humana
- InnovAge PACE
- Kaiser (limited coverage)
- Meritain via Aetna Network
- Pinnacol Assurance
- Prime Health Services Inc
- Rocky Mountain Health Plans
- SCL Lutheran Hospice
- Three Rivers Provider Network
- TriWest
- United Healthcare
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
150 ratings, 34 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
I trust Dr.Welder very much. He explains everything to the tee & I truly appreciate that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
I’ve recommended him to several friends in the area that need should help
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
All good, thanks.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
Very satified
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
He is very knowledgeable and listens to what I have to talk about and he seems to care for his patience over all a great doctor I would recommend others to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
He makes you feel comfortable and that he’ll take good care of you during and after surgery I feel like he’s very competent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
Amazing Dr. Patient and explained every thing in detail pre and post surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
Kindness and understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
Incredible knowledge, extremely professional, easy to talk with, understand. I was Impressed!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Doctor Welder is very caring and personable and takes time to answer questions and one of the best doctors I have had in all my years of medical care, you as a company are very fortunate to have him on your team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
He was so great explaining things to me and he didn't hold anything back he told me the truth
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
Was very good explaining
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
He explained thoroughly why my shoulder was giving me an issue. I also mentioned problems with my hands and provided me with a doctor who can help me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
Very attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Sometimes I feel like I'm a difficult patient. But their patient and kind. And they care about my knees and my worries. I totally trust this office to do the right thing and take care of my needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
I'll go back to him for my other shoulder.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
DR. Eric Welder is a great doctor and always so attentive and explains everything well for a patient to understand. Great doctor, great care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Courteous, friendly and not in a rush!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Good man.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Really appreciated how well he was on time and how he treated me and try to give me the best options available to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
A great listener and explained everything in a language I could understand, what Dr actually does this. Not in a big hurry to finish the visit! 👍
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
I'm cool 😎 I like you just the way you are!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2025
They are very punctual
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2025
Okay
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2025
Dr. Weller is a very caring doctor and he makes sure to answer all your questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
I would actually rate him better than very good if it was possible!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
Very satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
All around great no worries.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2025
Because it helps me with my doubts about my health problem and answers my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/20/2025
I like the service they provide in all areas of the medical center.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Very nice and knowledgeable