Hela M. Kelsch, DO
Spokane, WA 99208
Providence Family Medicine - North
212 East Central Avenue, Suite 440, Spokane, WA 99208
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About Hela M. Kelsch
Dr. Kelsch was born in Spokane, WA, graduating from Mead High School. She then moved to Helena, MT to complete her undergraduate degree at Carroll College. Moving to the Midwest, she attended Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences in Kansas City, MO. She graduated with a dual degree, a master’s in bioethics and a doctorate in osteopathic medicine. She was then able to move back home to Spokane (and the mountains) to complete her residency training in Family Medicine at the Spokane Teaching Health Clinic. Dr. Kelsch is a primary care physician committed to providing compassionate, quality care to each of her patients.
Kansas City University
2014

Providence Medical Group - Inland Northwest
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Dr Kelsch and her PA are very good listeners and are thoughtful and kind as well as dedicated professionals. I know in am viewed as a person and not just a patient.p
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I appreciated that my doctor asked lots of questions, and followed up with testing to rule out or confirm the cause of my symptoms.
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Dr. Kelsch is great! I use My Chart to communicate regarding any health related questions and I have always received a timely response.
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Dr . Kelsch is so good listens and is very kind. Highly recommend her!
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Dr.,kelsh, is always extremely pleasant and professional.
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Love Dr. Kelsch. She takes time that is necessary and knows me and my history.
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Dr Kelsch is the best! I am lucky to have her as my doctor.
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Dr Kelsch is very compassionate. Listens well and explains in a way that I can understand.
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This provider took me in as a non-patient of hers to do a procedure and her and her team did an excellent job and we're very kind and caring and Tried to make me feel as comfortable as possible.
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She was upbeat and friendly.. Took her time with me good to see her
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I have always been extremely happy as Dr. Kelch's patient and her care has guided me to control of cholesterol which was high in initial visit and weight is under control. I value her input in all health matters and will always look to her as health declines as I am a 79 year old and try to maintain my health.
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Best Doctor I've had.
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Always have a great experience with Dr. Kelsch and other staff.
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An excellent experience.
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Dr Kelsch is amazing. She always listens and cares for me as a whole person. She is a great provider!
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I am fortunate to have Dr Kelsch as my primary doctor. She is knowledgeable, quick thinking and has a great deal of common sense. She listens well and comes up with ideas and alternatives. She is just a great Doctor!
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The only issue was how long it took to get an appointment. Dr Kelsch is the best!
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I love Dr Kelsch - I could not ask for a better physician!! Always kind, informative, a good listener.
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Dr. Kelsh and her staff have been great health care providers, always kind and respectful. My questions and concerns are answered with my current health in mind. There is always follow-up documentation provided, any time I reach out through the patient portal they are prompt and thourough.
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Was great to have Dr. Kelsch back at the practice from maternity leave.
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Dr Kelsch is thr BEST primary care physician I have ever had. I have been seeing her for 6 yrs and would not see anyone else. She is incredibly kind, compassionate, thoughtful and caring. She listens, explains and is always so available. She is the best advocate I have ever had! Her medical staff is exceptional and always follows up with anything needed. I simply can never say enough positive about Dr Kelsch and her team! Thank you, Dr Kelsch!
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My experiences with My provider have always been good
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I had a good experience with my 6 month check-up and wait time was satisfactory.
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Easy to talk to. Genuinely cares about my health and well being.
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I usually MyChart message my provider (not call) and they are always very quick to respond to me. Dr. Kelsch is my PCP and she is amazing at listening to my concerns and genuinely hearing me. She explains the plan and I feel as if we are team which I what I personally believe health care should be!
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Dr. Kelsch is a great provider! She makes you feel comfortable and she is compassionate. She actually makes you feel like she knows you and your medical history.
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She is very through with her exam. We talk about my recent fall and decided what we should do about it. She ordered gray on my knees and got back with results as soon as she got them. I really appreciate all the invite and help I got from my visit.
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I can't say enough about the compassion and kindness and care that I receive from Dr. Kelsch....she is a one in a million doctor and I appreciate her so much!
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Dr. Kelsh does a great job of listening and being honest about the situation. Her Medical Assistant is very helpful as well. All of them are courteous and treat each person as an individual.
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Dr Kelsch was very thorough in her assessment and exam. She is very knowledgeable and friendly and very easy to talk with
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I have always felt important and heard when I visit my doctor.
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I appreciate the time Dr. Kelsch extends to me each time I see her and her in-depth conversations regarding my health issues.
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It's hard to get in, in a timely manner - I think I had to make this appointment three months in advance. Dr. Kelsch is great and I would definitely recommend her to friends (though I don't think k she is taking new patients).
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I haven't had any bad experiences with Dr Kelsh.
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Very ood
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I always feel that Dr. Kelsch listens to my complaints and comments and I feel that what we decide is mutual decision.
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Dr. Kelsch has always spent time with me answering any questions I have and I never feel rushed.
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Very good
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Dr.Kelsch by far is the best doctor I've ever seen at providence. Too bad they all aren't like her. She cares and listens while others rush you out like cattle!
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Dr. Kelsch is a truly fine physician. She shows empathy and listens to my health concerns! I am so lucky to have her as my Doctor!
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Dr. Kelsch is exceptional. I hope Providence health and services realizes that and strives to keep her.
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Dr Kelsch is very good and very knowledgeable and very helpful
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Dr Kelesch is extremely professional, thorough, and also very personable! I'm fortunate to have chosen her as my primary care provider. Thank you
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Love Dr. Kelsch! Very friendly & concerned about my aliments
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Dr. KELSCH IS VERY ENGAGING AND EMPATHETIC. SHE TOOK THE TIME TO LISTEN TO MY CONCERNS.
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Dr. Kelsch always takes her time and is open to new information regarding my diagnosis and medication interactions I have because of it. She definitely makes me feel heard which I value in a PCP!
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Dr Kelsch spent a lot more time with me than either of us planned as something came up we didn't expect. I am VERY grateful. I was the first appt thay day and am sure I messed up her schedule for the day.
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Dr Kelsch is a wonderful and caring doctor. She has a wonderful disposition and is very knowledgeable and truly cares about me. I enjoy my visits very much with her.
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She is the best provider I have ever had.
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I only have good to say. Listens, answers questions. I use my chart to review tests and ask questions..
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Dr.Kelsch is the best! She's caring, kind, and informative. I'm solely taking this survey to express how great she is.
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Love Dr kelsch but appointments are hard to come by if not scheduled months in advance.
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Love my dr
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I appreciate how much she remembers my health history at my visits. She is then able to spend more time on the current visit. I always leave extremely satisfied
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Very positive interactions with my provider
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Dr. Kelsch was super knowledgeable and able to setup the required referrals I needed to further my getting the appropriate action needed for me to see the specialists I needed.
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I've been a patient of this office for many years and have recommended it to friends since my experience has been so positive.
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I've been a patient of Dr. Kelsch for several years and in that time I've moved several times. I could get care much closer to me but I always get great care and love to stick with a great team!
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In general she is a good doctor and listens to questions and concerns, follows up quickly and answers questions promptly. The biggest issue was trying to schedule an appointment online
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She listens so well. I feel heard and she does her best to provide solutions to my issues
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Great experience! Kind caring compassionate
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Dr. Kelsch is an exceptional physician. She is very kind,
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Dr. Kelsch is the best at providing for my care. I never feel uncomfortable during my visits with her and she is extremely supportive.
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Dr. Kelsch was careful to be intentional about my medical concern. Spent time problem solving a proper solution.
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I was treated with respect and provider listen to my concerns and recommend a plan of action.
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Always respectful, a good listener
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She is a wonderful and caring doctor!
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Clinical Interests
- Abdominal Cramps
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Bowel Movement
- Abnormal Stool
- Abnormal Weight Loss
- Abrasion
- Acne
- Actinic Cheilitis
- Acute Arthritis
- Acute Back Pain
- Aging
- Alcohol Dependency
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergic Wheezing
- Allergies
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Anal Itching
- Anal Pain
- Anemia
- Angular Cheilitis
- Animal Bite
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Instability
- Anorexia
- Anxiety
- Aphthous Ulcers
- Arm Pain
- Arm Weakness
- Arthralgia
- Asthma
- B12 Deficiency Anemia
- B12 Shots
- Back Injury
- Back Muscle Injury
- Back Muscle Pain
- Back Pain
- Back Spasm
- Bedbugs
- Behavioral Disorders
- Bereavement
- Bilateral Knee Pain
- Birth Control Counseling
- Birthmark
- Bleeding During Intercourse
- Bleeding Hemorrhoids
- Blister
- Blood In Stool
- Blurred Vision
- Breast Discharge
- Breast Examination
- Breast Lump
- Bright Red Blood Per Rectum
- Bronchitis
- Bruising
- Burns
- Camp Physicals
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Cerumen Removal
- Chest Pain
- Chest Pain On Breathing
- Chlamydia
- Choking Sensation
- Cholesterol Disorders
- Cholesterol Management
- Chronic Abdominal Pain
- Chronic Cough
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Cfs)
- Chronic Kidney Disease (Ckd)
- Chronic Migraines
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Pain
- Claudication
- Cold Intolerance
- Cold Sore
- College Health
- Common Cold
- Concussion
- Concussion Testing
- Conduct Disorder
- Confusion
- Congenital Ear Deformity
- Conjunctivitis
- Constant Nausea
- Constipation
- Contact Dermatitis
- Coping Skills
- Cough
- Cradle Cap
- Cystitis
- Daytime Sleepiness
- Decrease In Appetite
- Decreased Libido
- Dehydration
- Dementia
- Depressed Mood
- Depression
- Dermatophytosis
- Developmental Assessment
- Diabetes Counseling
- Diabetes Education
- Diabetes Management
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetes Therapy
- Diarrhea
- Diet And Exercise
- Diet And Nutrition
- Diplopia
- Disability Evaluation
- Disorder Of Balance
- Distractible
- Diverticulitis
- Dizziness
- Drug Reaction
- Dry Nose
- Dry Scalp
- Dry Sinus
- Dry Skin
- Dyshidrosis
- Dysmenorrhea
- Dyspepsia
- Dysphagia
- Dysphoria
- Dyspnea On Exertion
- Dysuria
- Ear Discharge
- Ear Drainage
- Ear Exam
- Ear Infections
- Ear Pressure
- Earache
- Eating Disorders
- Eczema
- Elbow Pain
- Elbow Sprain
- Emphysema
- Employee Health
- Enlarged Prostate
- Environmental Allergies
- Epicondylitis
- Epigastric Pain
- Epistaxis
- Erectile Disorder
- Eructation
- Erythema
- Executive Physical Examinations
- Eye Infections
- Eye Pain
- Eye Strain
- Face Swelling
- Facial Nerve Palsy And Paresis
- Facial Pain
- Facial Tingling
- Falls
- Family Planning
- Fasciculations
- Fatigue
- Fecal Incontinence
- Feeding Problems
- Fever
- Fever With Chills
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Fibromyalgia
- Finger Pain
- First Degree Burns
- Fitness For Duty Evaluations
- Flatulence
- Floaters
- Flu Shot Vaccination
- Folliculitis
- Food Allergy
- Food Poisoning
- Foot Injury
- Foot Pain
- Frailty
- Frequency Of Urination
- Frequent Urinary Tract Infections
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- General Well Visit
- Genital Herpes, Female
- Genital Herpes, Male
- Genital Warts
- Geriatrics
- Gluten Allergy
- Gluten Intolerance
- Gluten Sensitivity
- Gout
- Grave's Disease
- Grief
- Groin Mass
- Groin Pain
- Gum Infection
- Gynecological Exam
- Hand Injury
- Hand Pain
- Head Congestion
- Headache
- Health Maintenance
- Hearing Loss
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Racing
- Heat Illness
- Heat Intolerance
- Heel Pain
- Hematochezia
- Hematuria
- Hemoptysis
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- Hepatitis A Vaccination
- Hepatitis B Vaccination
- Hernia
- Herpes
- Herpes Zoster
- Herpetic Whitlow
- Hip Pain
- Hirsutism
- Hoarseness
- Hot Flashes
- Human Bites
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (Hiv)
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv)
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv) Vaccination
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypertension
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Impacted Cerumen
- Impetigo
- Infectious Mononucleosis
- Influenza
- Ingrown Hair
- Ingrown Nail
- Insect Allergy
- Insulin Resistance
- Intention Tremor
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Intertrigo
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Irregular Menstruation
- Irritability
- Itchy Ear
- Jaundice
- Jaw Pain
- Joint Sprain
- Joint Stiffness
- Joint Swelling
- Joint Warmth
- Keloid
- Keratin Cyst
- Keratitis
- Keratosis Pilaris
- Knee Click
- Knee Injury
- Knee Pain
- Labyrinthitis
- Laceration
- Lactose Intolerance
- Laryngitis
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Lazy Eye
- Leg Numbness
- Leg Pain
- Leg Weakness
- Lethargy
- Lgbtq+ Health
- Lice
- Lifestyle Modification
- Lipomas
- Lower Back Pain
- Lump In Throat
- Lyme Disease
- Lymphadenopathy
- Malaise And Fatigue
- Mastodynia
- Measles Vaccination
- Medial Epicondylitis
- Memory Disorders
- Meningitis Vaccination
- Menopause
- Mens Health
- Migraine
- Migraine Treatment
- Minor Injury
- Missed Periods
- Mmr Vaccine
- Mood Symptoms
- Motion Sickness
- Mouth Bleeding
- Mouth Pain
- Mouth Ulcer
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Strain
- Muscle Tears
- Muscle Weakness
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myalgia
- Nail Disease
- Nasal Congestion
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Injury
- Neck Pain
- Neck Sprain
- Neonatal Acne
- Nevus
- Newborn Care
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Night Sweats
- Nightmares
- Nipple Discharge
- Noisy Breathing
- Norovirus
- Nose Pain
- Numbness
- Nutrition And Health
- Nutritional Counseling
- Obesity
- Odynophagia
- Optic Migraines
- Orthopnea
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otalgia
- Otitis
- Overweight
- Pain Management
- Palpitations
- Panic Reaction
- Pap Smear
- Paresthesia
- Paronychia
- Patellofemoral Syndrome
- Penile Bleeding
- Penile Discharge
- Performance Anxiety
- Persistent Cough
- Pertussis
- Pharyngitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pleurisy
- Pleuritic Pain
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonia Vaccination
- Poison Ivy
- Poison Oak
- Polypharmacy
- Positional Vertigo
- Post Nasal Drip
- Postcoital Bleeding
- Prediabetes
- Preoperative Evaluation
- Preventative Care
- Preventive Medicine
- Problems With Smell And Taste
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Examination
- Prostate Specific Antigen Blood Test
- Pruritus
- Psychomotor Agitation
- Pulmonary Infections
- Pyelonephritis
- Rash
- Rectal Bleeding
- Rectal Pain
- Reproductive Health / Oral Contraception
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Retained Tampon
- Rhinitis
- Rosacea
- Scab
- Scabies
- Scaly Skin
- School Anxiety
- School Physical
- Sciatica
- Scratchy Voice
- Scrotal Pain
- Seasonal Allergies
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Secondary Enuresis
- Sensitive Skin
- Severe Asthma
- Sexual Health
- Sexually Transmitted Disease (Std)
- Shin Splints
- Shingles Vaccination
- Shortness Of Breath (Sob)
- Shoulder Injury
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Sprain
- Shoulder Strain
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sinus Pain
- Sinus Pressure
- Sinusitis
- Skin Abscess
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Disease
- Skin Tag
- Skin Tag Removal
- Sleep Disorders
- Sleep Terrors
- Slowing Of Urinary Stream
- Smoker Cough
- Snoring
- Sore Throat
- Spider Bite
- Splinter Removal
- Sports Physical Exam
- Sports Related Concussion Testing
- Sprain
- Sputum Production
- Staphylococcus Infections
- Stomach Cramps
- Stomach Pain
- Stool Changes
- Straining On Urination
- Strep Throat
- Stress Incontinence
- Stridor
- Stye
- Substance Addiction
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
- Suicidal Ideation
- Sunburn
- Suture Removal
- Swallowing Problem
- Syncope
- Tachycardia
- Teething
- Tension Headache
- Testicular Pain
- Throat Tightness
- Thumb Dislocation
- Thyroid Disorder
- Tick Borne Infections
- Tinea Capitis
- Tinea Corporis
- Tinea Cruris
- Tinea Pedis
- Tingling
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Cessation
- Tongue Pain
- Tongue Swelling
- Tracheobronchitis
- Travel Medicine
- Traveler's Diarrhea
- Tremor
- Tuberculosis (Tb) Test
- Twitching
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Unsteady Gait
- Upper Back Pain
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Urethral Discharge
- Urge Incontinence
- Urinary Hesitation
- Urinary Retention
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Urinary Urgency
- Urticaria
- Vaccinations
- Varicella
- Varicella Vaccination
- Vasovagal Syncope
- Vertigo
- Viral Conjunctivitis
- Virtual Care
- Visual Discomfort
- Visual Disturbance
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Voice Problems
- Vomiting
- Warts
- Weakness
- Weight Loss
- Weight Problem
- Well Child Exam
- Wellness
- Wheezing
- Women's Health
- Wrist Pain
- Wrist Sprain
Dr. Kelsch took time with me and we discussed issues other than what I made the appointment for. She referred me to a specialty on a matter unrelated to my original reason that I called for an appointment. She is always very thorough and helpful.
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