Care Philosophy

As a gastroenterologist, my primary goal is to earn the trust and respect of my patients while providing them with the excellent care they deserve.

About Charles V. Welden, IV, MD

Dr. Charles Welden is a double board-certified gastroenterologist serving patients in Birmingham and Pell City, Alabama. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Medicine, where he also completed his Internal Medicine Residency. Dr. Welden further specialized with a Gastroenterology Fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. His primary goal is to provide exceptional care while building trust and respect with each patient. Dr. Welden is dedicated to delivering comprehensive and compassionate care to improve the quality of life for his patients.

Charles V. Welden, IV, MD is in collaborative practice with:

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Terie M. Guffey, CRNP

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Jeanny Riley, CRNP

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Conditions & Procedures

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux & GERD
  • Anal Abscess
  • Anal Fissures
  • Anal Fistulas
  • Anemia
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Biliary Disease
  • Celiac Disease
  • Cirrhosis
  • Colitis
  • Colon Cancer Screening
  • Colon Diseases & Polyps
  • Colorectal (Colon) Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis
  • Diarrhea
  • Diverticulitis
  • Dyspepsia
  • Dysphagia
  • Esophageal Disease
  • Fecal Incontinence
  • Gallbladder Disease
  • Gallstones
  • Gastritis
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Gastroparesis
  • H. Pylori
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis
  • Indigestion
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Liver Disease
  • Pancreatic Cystic
  • Pancreatic Disease & Pancreatitis
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease
  • Radiation Proctitis
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Capsule Endoscopy (Pill Cam)
  • Colonoscopy (Screening & Diagnostic)
  • EGD (Upper Endoscopy)
  • Enteroscopy (Small & Large Bowel)
  • Esophageal & Colonic Stenting
  • Esophageal Ablation
  • Esophageal Dilation
  • Esophageal Manometry
  • Esophageal pH Testing (Bravo)
  • Esophageal pH Testing (Breath Test)
  • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
  • Hemorrhoid Treatment & Banding
  • IV Therapy
  • Nutritional Counseling
  • PEG Placement

Office Locations

Primary Location

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St. Vincent's East

100 Pilot Medical Dr.
Suite 250
Birmingham, AL 35235

Phone: 205-838-3034
Fax: 877-776-2535

Additional Locations

Pell City

70 Plaza Dr.
Pell City, AL 35125

Phone: 205-838-3034
Fax: 877-776-2535

Directions

Procedure Locations

Having a procedure? It may not always be in the same location where you consulted with your doctor. Check with your doctor to make sure you’re headed to the right place.

Education

Medical

University of Alabama School of Medicine Birmingham

Residency

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Fellowship

Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine, Gastroenterology

Professional Highlights

Certifications

Board Certified, Gastroenterology

Board Certified, Internal Medicine

In the News

Dr. Welden contributed to Insider's article on 6 reasons why you have so much gas — from foods you eat to bacterial imbalances