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Summary
Dr. Jeffre Helmink is a surgeon with over three decades of experience treating patients across Iowa. He earned his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Central Iowa Health System. With 31 years in practice, Dr. Helmink specializes in surgery with additional expertise in other medical areas. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Helmink is affiliated with Avera Holy Family Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Iowa, including Spencer, Des Moines, and Emmetsburg. He treats patients with abdominal pain and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). His surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and kidney transplant biopsies. Dr. Helmink also provides specialized care for women experiencing abdominal pain during pregnancy.
Dr. Helmink is affiliated with Avera Holy Family Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Iowa, including Spencer, Des Moines, and Emmetsburg. He treats patients with abdominal pain and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). His surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and kidney transplant biopsies. Dr. Helmink also provides specialized care for women experiencing abdominal pain during pregnancy.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 31 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Central Iowa Health System
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Jeffre Duane Helmink has 4 locationsNorthwest Iowa Surgeons Pc
1823 Highway Blvd Ste 5Spencer, IA 51301 Tel: (712) 262-6320
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1200 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309 Tel: (515) 241-6212
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| Surgery | Surgery | Other | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 31 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Spencer , IA | Spirit Lake , IA | Spencer , IA | Spirit Lake , IA |
| Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | Med School: Des Moines University | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jeffre Duane Helmink
Medical Specialties
Dr. Jeffre Duane Helmink has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Jeffre Duane Helmink has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Central Iowa Health System
Medical School
University Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated in 1995
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Jeffre Helmink's office located?
- Dr. Jeffre Helmink's office is located at 1823 Highway Blvd Ste 5, Spencer, IA, 51301.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Jeffre Helmink affiliated with?
- Dr. Jeffre Helmink is affiliated with Avera Holy Family Hospital.
- Is Dr. Jeffre Helmink accepting new patients?
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- What languages does Dr. Jeffre Helmink speak?
- Dr. Jeffre Helmink speaks English.
- Does Dr. Jeffre Helmink accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Jeffre Helmink has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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