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Richard Helmer IV, MD, Thoracic Surgery, Waco, TX, Ascension Providence

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Thoracic Surgery Waco, TX

Cardiovascular Surgery

Physician

Overview of Dr. Helmer

Dr. Richard Helmer is a thoracic surgeon in Waco, TX and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Ascension Providence, Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas, and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest. He received his medical degree from University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine and has been in practice 17 years. He is one of 3 doctors at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest and one of 3 doctors at Ascension Providence who specialize in Thoracic Surgery.

Education & Training

  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterFellowship, Thoracic Surgery, 2005 - 2008
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock
    Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at LubbockResidency, Surgery, 2000 - 2005
  • University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine
    University of Texas Medical Branch School of MedicineClass of 2000

Certifications & Licensure

  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 2004 - 2025
  • American Board of Thoracic Surgery Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

Hospital Affiliations