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Dr. Scott Helmers, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 60
Dr. Scott Helmers, MD
3.1 (15 Ratings)

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Dr. Scott Helmers, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA.
Dr. Scott Helmers, MD
3.1 (15 Ratings)
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Dr. Scott Helmers, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 60
San Diego, CA
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34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Scott Helmers, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA.

About

Dr. Helmers graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine in 1990 and completed a residency at Naval Medical Center.Dr. Scott Helmers, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA and has 34 years experience. Dr. Helmers currently practices at Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center and are affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center. At present, Dr. Helmers received an average rating of 3.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. Dr. Helmers' office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Helmers is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

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Chondromalacia
Shoulder Fracture
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Chondromalacia
Shoulder Fracture
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Ankle Fracture
Bone Cancer
Fibular Fracture
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Back Pain
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Fat Embolism
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Varum
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Meniscus Tear
Myositis Ossificans
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacrum Disorders
Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Finger Release
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Kaiser Permanente
    California - Southern HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Kaiser Permanente
    4650 Palm Ave, San Diego, CA 92154
  2. 2 Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center
    4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA 92120

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3.1
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1 Star (7)

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Jan 23, 2024
The amount of time he spent explaining what an orthopedic surgeon could do for a cancer patient. He was very patient & thorough. He put me at ease.
— Jan 23, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Naval Hospital
    1991
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Naval Medical Center
    1996
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Wash Medical Center
    1996
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Scott Helmers, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Helmers' profile.

Dr. Scott Helmers, MD is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Scott Helmers, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center

    4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA