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Dr. Richard Helmer IV, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
5.0 (11)
Map Pin Small Waco, TX
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Richard Helmer IV, MD

Dr. Richard Helmer IV, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Waco, TX. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 24 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch and is affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Hillcrest and Ascension Providence. Dr. Helmer IV, completed a residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Helmer IV an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Helmer IV works at Ascension Medical Group Providence Cardiovascular Clinic in Waco, TX. They are accepting new patients and accept 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 IV's Office Locations

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    Ascension Medical Group Providence Cardiovascular Clinic
    405 Londonderry Dr Ste 301B, Waco, TX 76712 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (254) 741-6333

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  • Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Hillcrest
  • Ascension Providence

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Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Tracheal Surgery
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
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    Specialties*
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    • 24 years of experience
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    Education & Certifications

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

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