Dr Ellen Welch
Dr Ellen Welch
NHS GP and resident medical expert
Dr Ellen Welch is an NHS GP and author with more than 20 years medical experience. Her career has included more than a decade working as a senior cruise ship doctor, alongside roles in expedition, ski medicine and as a repatriation doctor, accompanying travellers who became unwell overseas.
This combination of clinical and international experience has given her particular expertise in travel health and providing medical care outside traditional healthcare settings.
She is the resident medical expert for Ancile Insurance Group Ltd, providing medical review and expert input into Ancile’s consumer health and travel content.
LinkedIn: Ellen Welch | LinkedIn
Website: https://drellenwelch.com/#top
MBChB (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
MRCGP (Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners)
MRCEM (Membership of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine)
BA Medical Journalism (1st class hons)
DTMH (Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene)
DFSRH (Diploma of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
FMWF (Fellow of the Medical Women’s Federation)
Discover Dr Welch's featured articles
Flying After an Operation: Recovery Timelines for Hip and Knee Replacements
Planning a trip after joint surgery? You can usually fly short-haul after 6 weeks and long-haul after 12 weeks.
Can You Still Go On Holiday With Dementia?
With careful planning, many people with dementia can enjoy safe and rewarding holidays. A slower pace, familiar routines where possible and realistic expectations can make travel less stressful.
Can You Fly with High Blood Pressure? A Guide to Safe Travel
Most people can fly with high blood pressure if their condition is stable and well-controlled with medication. Read more here.
What Counts as a Pre-Existing Condition? (And Why Honesty is the Best Policy)
Not sure what to declare on your travel insurance? Learn exactly what counts as a pre-existing medical condition and why honesty is vital for a valid claim.
Can You Fly with Cellulitis? Risks, Precautions, and Insurance
If you have been diagnosed with cellulitis, a bacterial skin infection that affects the deeper layers of your tissue, you might be wondering if you need to unpack your bags.
How to Overcome Fear of Flying: Practical Tools and Courses to Help You Fly with Confidence
If the thought of getting on a plane fills you with dread, you’re certainly not alone. This article looks at practical ways to manage a fear of flying, what can help, and where you can find support.
Flying on Blood Thinners: What You Need To Know About Apixaban And Warfarin
Being prescribed a blood thinner like apixaban or warfarin doesn't mean your travelling days are over, but it does mean a little extra planning before you fly.
Navigating Travelling with Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease
Wondering if you can travel with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis? Learn the risks, practical tips, and how to get the right IBD travel insurance.
Travelling with COPD: Safe Travel Guide
Planning a trip with COPD? Learn how cabin pressure affects oxygen levels, how to pass a 'Fit to Fly' test, and tips for flying with oxygen concentrators.