Dr. Aric Welton

Doctor of Optometry · Diagnostic Eye Center

Physician Houston, TX

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
25 years
since May 2001
Gender
Male

Experience

Doctor of OptometryCurrent
Diagnostic Eye Center
Since May 2001 · 25 years · Houston, TX

Education

UHCO-Doctor of Optometry
O.D.
Texas A&M University
B.S.

Skills

Eye Exams Dry Eye Ocular Disease Contact Lenses Glaucoma Low Vision Vision Therapy Lasik Cataract Diabetic Retinopathy Optometry Cornea Glasses Lenses Eyewear Retina Cataract Surgery Primary Care Ophthalmology Refractive Surgery Clinical Research Healthcare Coaching Hospitals Leadership Medicine Surgery Emr Management Pediatrics Medical Education

About Diagnostic Eye Center

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
3405 Edloe St Ste 300, Houston, TX

Professional Overview

Dr. Aric Welton is a Doctor of Optometry, currently affiliated with Diagnostic Eye Center, based in Houston, TX. As a physician, Dr. Welton contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Houston, TX. They have been with Diagnostic Eye Center for 25 years. Dr. Welton holds academic credentials, including O.D. and B.S., from UHCO-Doctor of Optometry and Texas A&M University. Core competencies include Eye Exams, Dry Eye, Ocular Disease, Contact Lenses, Glaucoma. Diagnostic Eye Center operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to physician specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Houston, TX healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 161,969 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician specialty. Aric Welton is one of them.
  • 7,717 Physicians are based in TX (out of 101,236 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2 contacts at Diagnostic Eye Center are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician compensation in TX: $106,000 – $158,000 (median $125,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physicians in TX: Sole Proprietor (365), Baylor College Of Medicine (191), Baylor Scott & White Health (126).
  • 1% of Physicians in TX hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 60% of Physicians in TX have education credentials on file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Aric Welton located?

Dr. Aric Welton is based in Houston, TX. They are currently affiliated with Diagnostic Eye Center.

What is Dr. Aric Welton's specialty?

Dr. Aric Welton specializes in Physician. Their current role is Doctor of Optometry.

Where does Dr. Aric Welton currently work?

Dr. Aric Welton currently works at Diagnostic Eye Center. They have been there for 25 years.

What is Dr. Aric Welton's educational background?

Dr. Aric Welton attended UHCO-Doctor of Optometry and Texas A&M University.

How do I contact Dr. Aric Welton for recruiting?

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What is the average salary for a Physician in TX?

Physicians in TX typically earn $106,000 to $158,000 annually, with a median of $125,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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