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Dr. Armistead Wellford, MD

Dr. Armistead Wellford, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Armistead Wellford, MD is a cardiologist in San Antonio, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Wellford has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 5 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Heart & Vascular Institute of Texas

1933 NE Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78217

Dr. Wellford is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Wellford specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Wellford's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wellford

5.0
34 ratings, 18 with a written review
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Dr. Wellford immediately connects with his patients and listens to them. He respects their thoughts and opinions and values their input. He is able to communicate complex information in a very informative manner. He is extremely responsive to patients needs. He has responded to my texts and calls within minutes. When there was ever a concern, he worked me into his schedule. He referred me to another specialist in ensure that I received the best support for my serious condition. He constantly follows up with me about my care. He is a genuinely classy gentleman who is a truly skilled and talented physician. I could not possibly ask for a better cardiologist to treat me. Through his treatment of me over the past five years, I have been blessed to get to know how truly outstanding he is. I claim him as a great friend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Gary L. Short, Ph.D. – Sep 07, 2021
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I simply don't understand why I had to wait sooo long? 1 hour and 30 minutes is too much.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ruth Morales – Mar 08, 2020
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He is very cheerful and makes you feel important. Dr. Wellford explains everything thoroughly in terms you can understand
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 23, 2020
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What a phenomenal doctor! I walked in unable to get up the stairs without without symptoms. Now i I am jogging. He is intelligent, compassionate, and very cute. Hearts go pitter patter around him with good reason. Lol.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Natalia in San Antonio, TX – Dec 05, 2018
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I have been seeing Dr. Wellford for over 3 yrs now. I would deffinitely reccomend him to people. He is always on point, very professional and he understands. Also the staff are very nice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sheri BW in San Antonio – Sep 29, 2018
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Dr. Wellford is very knowledgably and can always talk on a common level. I would recommend him to anyone with a heart problem.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lawrence Ulbrich in Schertz, Tx. 78154 – Jan 27, 2018
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Very professional, provided detailed assessment and was on time.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 24, 2017
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Dr Wellford is very professional and has a special way with Patients. He quickly determines the problem, orders only appropriate test and make his determination based upon best available evidence of the patients situation. Sometime medical terms are difficult to understand and would recommend he tell the patient in laymen terms.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Pat Zimlich in San Antonio, Texas – Dec 21, 2017
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I have been going to Dr. Wellford for many years. Visits are always handled professionally and all questions answered completely.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Frank Braun in San Antonio, TX – Nov 10, 2017
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Listens. And reads you well
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Julia connor in Bulverde, TX – Nov 08, 2017
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Excellent care, very informative
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dave in Bulverde – Oct 18, 2017
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Liked Dr. Wellford very much, he has a great repoir and a great sense of humor. To be fair, he previous patient was quite ill, I was seen 20 mins early, but Dr. Wellford was delayed.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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San Antonio, TX – Oct 13, 2017
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I love Dr. Wellford, he is very thoughtful and takes time to explain his findings. Would highly recommend him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Amelia Odom in SchertzSch, Tx. – Oct 03, 2017
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Dr. Wellford sees both of my parents and I have been very grateful for his attentive care to their individual needs and issues.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Austin, TX – Sep 13, 2017
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I've been around the world twice, to 3 axle greasings, 2 hog callings and 5 rodeos -- this is the best physician of any specialty I have ever met. You know once he puts that cold stethescope on you that everything is going to be just fine.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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COL Harry Candler in Boerne, TX – Aug 28, 2017
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Dr Welford is great! Concerned and helpful. His staff is amazing very nice. Happy I was referred to him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Eleanor Keenan in Schertz, TX – Aug 17, 2017
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Dr Wellford is a wonderful, dedicated doctor and has helped and saved my life. I was very lucky to have him be on call when I had my stroke years ago. I recommend him always to people I know.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Loretta Leslie in San Antonio, TX – Aug 01, 2017
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Great bedside manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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San Antonio – Feb 25, 2017
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About Me

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Dr. Armistead Wellford, MD is a cardiologist in San Antonio, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Wellford has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from University of North Carolina...read more
  • Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • New Hanover Regional Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1987
  • Brooke Army Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987
  • University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Wellford is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Heart & Vascular Institute of Texas

    Heart & Vascular Institute of Texas1933 NE Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78217
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Baptist Medical Center

      111 Dallas St
      San Antonio, TX 78205
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

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