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Dr. Stephen Helgemo, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 60
Dr. Stephen Helgemo, MD
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Dr. Stephen Helgemo, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Port Charlotte, FL.
Dr. Stephen Helgemo, MD
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Dr. Stephen Helgemo, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 60
Port Charlotte, FL
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience
Dr. Stephen Helgemo, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Port Charlotte, FL.

About

Dr. Helgemo graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1987 and completed a residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital.Dr. Stephen Helgemo, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Port Charlotte, FL and has 37 years experience. Dr. Helgemo currently practices at Florida Hand Center and are affiliated with HCA Florida Englewood Hospital and HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital. Dr. Helgemo has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Hand, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Trigger Finger among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Helgemo received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 261 times. Dr. Helgemo's office accepts new patients. Dr. Helgemo is board certified in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

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Osteoarthritis of Hand
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Carpal Tunnel Release
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Wrist Replacement
De Quervain's Release
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Congenital Hand Anomaly
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Wrist
Autoimmune Diseases
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Cancer
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Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Fracture
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Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hand Injury
Hand Pain
Limb Pain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tendonitis
Wrist Disorders
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Pain
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery, Endoscopic
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand Surgery
Hand Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Needle Aponeurotomy
Neuroplasty
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Wrist Fusion

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Locations

  1. 1 Florida Hand Center
    18344 Murdock Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (941) 625-6547
  2. 2 Florida Hand Center
    13710 Metropolis Ave Ste 103, Fort Myers, FL 33912
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (239) 424-8910
  3. 3 Murdock Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC
    1400 Education Way, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (941) 625-9800

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Helgemo
4.7
Based on 261 Reviews
5 Stars (239)
4 Stars (3)
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2 Stars (2)
1 Star (13)

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Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
    1987
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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Internship

Internship
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital
    1992
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital
    1996
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Union Memorial Hospital
    1997
Fellowship Hospital
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Does Dr. Helgemo communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Helgemo offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Helgemo offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Helgemo have free onsite parking?
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Stephen Helgemo, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Helgemo's profile.

Dr. Helgemo frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis of Hand, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Trigger Finger. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Stephen Helgemo, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Englewood Hospital and HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Stephen Helgemo, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Florida Englewood Hospital

    700 Medical Blvd, Englewood, FL

  • HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital

    21298 Olean Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL