Dr. Welk earned undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Michigan earning both Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kapa distinctions. He completed an internship and residency in general surgery at Blodgett Memorial Medical Center/St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan followed by a residency in plastic surgery at the University of California, Irvine, CA.
Specializing in adult cosmetic facial surgery, breast cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, cosmetic surgery of the body and extremities including liposuction, and soft tissue injectables including botox and fillers.