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Summary
Dr. Helfer-Karass graduated from the American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine in 2008. She works in Boise, ID and 2 other locations and specializes in Psychiatry. Dr. Helfer-Karass is affiliated with St Lukes Boise Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Behavioral Health, St Lukes Childrens Hospital, Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital and State Hospital West.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 18 years of experience
- Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
- 1 specialty
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Tamara Sonia Helfer-Karass has 4 locationsLifeways Inc
702 Sunset DrOntario, OR 97914 Tel: (541) 889-9167
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Psychiatry | Psychiatry | Psychiatry | Psychiatry |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 18 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Boise , ID | San Francisco , CA | Post Falls , ID | Houston , TX |
| Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine | Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tamara Sonia Helfer-Karass
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Tamara Sonia Helfer-Karass has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Tamara Sonia Helfer-Karass has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
Dr. Tamara Sonia Helfer-Karass holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Idaho and Oregon.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Idaho that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine in 2008.
NPI Number
Dr. Helfer-Karass' NPI number is 1962663633.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Tamara Helfer-Karass accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Tamara Helfer-Karass has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Tamara Helfer-Karass's office located?
- Dr. Tamara Helfer-Karass's office is located at 190 E Bannock St, Boise, ID, 83712.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Tamara Helfer-Karass affiliated with?
- Dr. Tamara Helfer-Karass is affiliated with St Lukes Boise Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Behavioral Health, St Lukes Childrens Hospital, Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital, and State Hospital West.
- Does Dr. Tamara Helfer-Karass accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Tamara Helfer-Karass accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tamara Helfer-Karass?
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