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Summary
Dr. Scott Helmers specializes in orthopedic surgery, bringing 36 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School of Medicine. His extensive career has focused on treating musculoskeletal conditions and performing surgical procedures to help patients regain function and mobility.
Dr. Helmers practices at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in San Diego, California, and maintains hospital privileges at San Diego Medical Center. He treats patients with arm fractures, wrist fractures, and osteonecrosis, a condition where bone tissue dies due to lack of blood supply. His surgical expertise includes soft tissue tumor removal and performing pathology tests to ensure accurate diagnoses for his patients.
Dr. Helmers practices at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in San Diego, California, and maintains hospital privileges at San Diego Medical Center. He treats patients with arm fractures, wrist fractures, and osteonecrosis, a condition where bone tissue dies due to lack of blood supply. His surgical expertise includes soft tissue tumor removal and performing pathology tests to ensure accurate diagnoses for his patients.
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Quick Facts
- 36 years of experience
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES F EDWARD HEBERT SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- 1 specialty
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 36 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| San Diego , CA | Monterey , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES F EDWARD HEBERT SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA | Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Scott Whittaker Helmers has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES F EDWARD HEBERT SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1990.
NPI Number
Dr. Helmers' NPI number is 1942296058.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Scott Helmers affiliated with?
- Dr. Scott Helmers is affiliated with SAN DIEGO MEDICAL CENTER.
- Does Dr. Scott Helmers accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Scott Helmers accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Scott Helmers's office located?
- Dr. Scott Helmers's office is located at 4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA, 92120.
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- Is Dr. Scott Helmers accepting new patients?
- Dr. Scott Helmers has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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