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Dr. Richard Helmer, MD

Vascular Surgery
5.0 (9)
Map Pin Small Waco, TX
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Richard Helmer, MD

Dr. Richard Helmer, MD is a Vascular Surgery Specialist in Waco, TX. They specialize in Vascular Surgery, has 23 years of experience. They graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston and is affiliated with Ascension Providence and Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Hillcrest.

Dr. Helmer works at Ascension Medical Group Providence Cardiovascular Clinic in Waco, TX. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Helmer's Office Locations

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    Ascension Medical Group Providence Cardiovascular Clinic
    405 Londonderry Dr Ste 301, Waco, TX 76712 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (254) 741-6333
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    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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  • Ascension Providence
  • Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Hillcrest

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    About Dr. Richard Helmer, MD

    Specialties
    • Vascular Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 23 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1881898666
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
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    Residency
    • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock TX
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    • University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston
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    Dr. Helmer works at Ascension Medical Group Providence Cardiovascular Clinic in Waco, TX. View the full address on Dr. Helmer’s profile.

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