Highlights
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout
VMG Provider
Yes
Bio
What are some of the specific conditions you treat?
Female patients with a pelvic mass; uterine cancer: uterine sarcoma or endometrial adenocarcinoma; ovarian cancer, fallopian tube cancer peritoneal primary cancer, cervix cancer and cancer of the vulva or vagina.
What techniques or procedures do you use in your practice?
Depending on the situation, I try to utilize minimally invasive techniques whenever appropriate. However, gynecologic oncology surgical procedures are accomplished laparoscopically, via robotic-assisted laparoscopy or open laparotomy. The goal is to attain the best surgical outcome with the least morbidity to the patient. In some cases, patients are not surgical candidates based on the stage of disease, medical comorbidities, or patient desires, or they require treatment in addition to surgery. We work in close association with the Medical Oncology and Radiation Oncology departments. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy are important treatment modalities for gynecologic oncology patients.
What would you like patients to know about your approach to care?
I believe we treat every patient as if she were our own sister or mother. Patients need medical and surgical care, but also emotional and spiritual support throughout treatment, recovery, and in remission or in cases of recurrence.
What inspired you to become a doctor?
I worked at University Hospital, which is on campus at the University of Minnesota, as a phlebotomist. Drawing blood from 6-8 a.m. was a student job, once you were trained, when I was an undergraduate studying Biology. I had always thought I wanted to be a scientist and work in a lab. I found I liked being in the hospital and fell in love with the gynecologic oncology patient population. I knew I wanted to be a Gyn Oncologist before I applied to medical school, which is kind of unusual. I'm so fortunate that all the components fell into place. In my opinion, I have the best job in the world.
Title(s)
Medical Director, Gynecologic Oncology, Valley Medical Group
Insurances Accepted
Awards and Accolades
NJ Monthly Top Docs, Gynecologic Oncology
NJ Monthly Magazine
November 2016
U.S. News Top Doctors List, NY Metro Area
U.S. News & World Report
2006-2014
Global Directory of Who's Who
Who's Who
2006-2017
Cornell Ob/Gyn Residents' Teaching Award
Cornell Graduating Residents
2013, 2009, 2010
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Locations
- VMG GYN Oncology - Paramus
- 1 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus, NJ 07652
- Get Directions
- phone: 201-634-5401
- fax: 201-986-4701
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Gynecologic Oncology, 1996
- Fellowship: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Research Fellow, 1993
- Residency: SUNY At Stony Brook School Of Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology, 1992
- Doctor of Medicine: University Of Minnesota Medical School, 1988
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
157 ratings, 46 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
Dr is a wonderful caring Dr and extremely expert!! I love her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Very informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Dr. Welshinger shows concern and care. She let's you ask questions and explains everything again If you don't understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Doctor is compassionate and concerned about patients. I trust her to go the extra step in my battle against metastatic cancer.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
[...] Dr. Welshinger was kind enough to see me so I did not have to return another day. Really went that extra mile for me and I really appreciated it!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Dr Welshinger is very thorough and caring about my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Overall it was a very pleasant experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Dr Welshinger is the best. She's everything I could ask for for in a doctor!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Dr.Welshinger was very knowledgeable and kind.I am confident that I am in good hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
She is attentive and wise. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Dr. Welshinger is the absolute best; professional, patient and well-versed as well as caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
I have zero complaints my experience has always been very good. I'm so grateful to be in the care of Doctor Welshinger and [...] they are absolutely a blessing for me.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr. W went out of her way to give me some print outs re nutrition which is much appreciated
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
I am blessed to have been given the opportunity to be treated by such an exceptional Doctor [...]!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
I drove 2 hours to visit w/ Dr Welshinger and it was worth it
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Doctor very good communication skills
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
Regarding Dr Welshinger and her staff, it's been eight years now, and NEVER have I been disappointed with their care and kindness. "Very good" doesn't reach high enough on the scale.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Dr Welshinger is a very professional and caring person who made me feel relaxed under her care. I thank her for her kindness and knowledge.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
The excellent doctor very good care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Very happy we came here!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
The nurse and Doctor were very nice and explained everything there were doing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr is excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2025
All around very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
Dr. Welshinger treated me with the utmost care and respect. She showed concern for my comfort and spoke to me throughout the procedure. I am so grateful for her kindness, professionalism and her expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Dr. Welshinger is amazing and I put my whole trust in her abilities which for me says it all
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Dr. Welshinger is so kind, concerned and professional. She makes each visit as comfortable as possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Dr. Welshinger exceeded my expectations, as always. They were so concerned with my issues and stop at nothing to help me in every way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr. Welshinger is an excellent physician who takes the time to listen and respects my questions and gives thorough answers. I highly respect her and would recommend her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Very caring and wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Excellent care provided
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Dr. Welshinger is the best physician/surgeon I have ever had in 70 years. Very knowledgeable and human. A great asset to Valley Hospital.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
Dr Welshinger is one of a kind. She is very smart, and truly cares about my wellbeing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/6/2025
When Dr. Welshinger walked into the exam room, I felt her warmth and caring Immediately. She took the time to listen to me and answer any and all questions I had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Dr. Welshinger exceeds expectations on all levels. She's professional, well-versed in her area of expertise and listens to my medical concerns while answering any questions I may have. Dr. Welshinger encompasses an incredible degree of passion and caring towards her patients. Being under the care of the wonderful oncology department at Valley I've been able to worry less about my clinical outcomes regarding my cancer diagnosis.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
I think Dr. Welshinger is a kind, caring, thoughtful and compassionate doctor. She does her best to explain medical/scientific explanations in understandable terms.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. Welshinger is beyond wonderful-amazing. I look forward to my next appt! She's worth waiting for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Love my providers
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
Dr. Welshinger and her team have been outstanding from start to finish.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Dr Welshinger is an excellent doctor. Very compassionate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Dr Welshinger is always kind and takes the time to talk to me as person not just a patient. I consider myself lucky to have as my Dr.