Dr. Richard Alan Helmers, MD

Dr. Richard Helmers is a pulmonologist who also specializes in critical care medicine, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. With 46 years of experience treating complex respiratory conditions, Dr. Helmers has developed extensive knowledge in managing both routine and life-threatening pulmonary disorders. He is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling him to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Helmers practices at Mayo Clinic Hospital and serves patients across multiple Mayo Clinic Health System locations in Wisconsin, including facilities in Osseo, Bloomer, La Crosse, and Barron. His clinical focus centers on treating COPD with complications and chronic lung diseases. He performs specialized diagnostic procedures such as pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate breathing problems. …Patients consistently rate their experiences with Dr. Helmers highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.