4.9
17 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Craig Helm is an ophthalmologist with 38 years of experience specializing in comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute in ophthalmology. Dr. Helm furthered his training with a fellowship at the same institution, focusing on cornea and refractive surgery as well as uveitis treatment. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Helm practices at multiple locations throughout Palmdale and Valencia, California, and maintains an affiliation with Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital. His expertise includes treating cataracts and dry eye conditions, helping patients restore clear vision and comfort. He performs comprehensive dilated eye exams and advanced retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Helm highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Helm practices at multiple locations throughout Palmdale and Valencia, California, and maintains an affiliation with Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital. His expertise includes treating cataracts and dry eye conditions, helping patients restore clear vision and comfort. He performs comprehensive dilated eye exams and advanced retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Helm highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- 79 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute - Cornea and Refractive Surgery and Uveitis
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 12 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Craig J Helm has 5 locationsHelm Vision Surgical Center
619 W Avenue Q Ste CPalmdale, CA 93551 Tel: (661) 259-3937
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed
Helm Vision Group
27420 Tourney Rd Ste 100Valencia, CA 91355 Tel: (661) 259-3937
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed
Helm Vision Group
619 W Avenue Q Ste CPalmdale, CA 93551 Tel: (661) 259-3937
MonClosed
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu9:00 am - 2:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
Tourney Plaza Surgical Center
27420 TOURNEY RD STE 160VALENCIA, CA 91355 Tel: (661) 222-3100
Mon6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Craig J Helm, MD | Dr. Babak Shabatian, MD | Dr. Alexander Francis Chen | Dr. Charles Kim, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Spanish, English, Farsi | ||
| Palmdale , CA | Lancaster , CA | Pasadena , CA | Stockton , CA |
| Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California | Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Craig J Helm
Medical Specialties
Dr. Craig J Helm has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Craig J Helm has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute - Cornea and Refractive Surgery and Uveitis
Residency
UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute - Ophthalmology
Medical School
Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana
Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Craig Helm affiliated with?
- Dr. Craig Helm is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Craig Helm's office located?
- Dr. Craig Helm's office is located at 619 W Avenue Q Ste C, Palmdale, CA, 93551.
- Does Dr. Craig Helm accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Craig Helm accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Craig Helm accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Craig Helm has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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