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Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 65
Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, MD
4.9 (135 Ratings)
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Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Olympia, WA.
Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, MD
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Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 65
Olympia, WA
Accepting new patients
Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Olympia, WA.

About

Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Olympia, WA. Dr. Helpenstell currently practices at Olympia Orthopaedic Associates, PLLC and are affiliated with Arbor Health-Morton Hospital, Harbor Regional Health Community Hospital, Mason General Hospital, Providence St. Peter Hospital and Summit Pacific Medical Center. Dr. Helpenstell has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Osteoarthritis and Piriformis Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Helpenstell received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 135 times. Dr. Helpenstell's office accepts new patients. Dr. Helpenstell is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Piriformis Syndrome
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Piriformis Syndrome
Hip Replacement
Internal Derangement of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Knee Replacement
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chondromalacia
Difficulty With Walking
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Hip Fracture
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spondylitis
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Trigger Finger
ACL Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Release
De Quervain's Release
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee 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
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Finger Release

Insurance Accepted

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  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna
  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
    HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Coop Core
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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Westside Clinic
    3901 Capital Mall Dr SW, Olympia, WA 98502
    Monday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Helpenstell
4.9
Based on 135 Reviews
5 Stars (132)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Mar 09, 2024
Dr Helpenstell replaced both of my knees, 3 months apart. The procedure was way easier than I anticipated and the results have been wonderful ~ 3 years later. After my second operation, Dr Helpenstell called me at home to see how I was doing! I have never experienced that level of caring before. Every time I was in the office for a follow-up visit with his PA or for another reason, if I saw him, he stopped what he was doing and came over to greet me and ask how I was doing. In this age of doctors having little to no time for patients, he was the exception. I feel blessed to have experienced him. Thank you
Spencer St Clair — Mar 09, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • 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
  • University New Mex Hospital
    1991
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Orth & Fract Clin
    1991
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Harborview Medical Center
    1992
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Helpenstell's profile.

Dr. Helpenstell frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Osteoarthritis and Piriformis Syndrome. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, MD is affiliated with Arbor Health-Morton Hospital, Harbor Regional Health Community Hospital, Mason General Hospital, Providence St. Peter Hospital and Summit Pacific Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Helpenstell, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Arbor Health-Morton Hospital

    521 Adams Ave, Morton, WA

  • Harbor Regional Health Community Hospital

    915 Anderson Dr, Aberdeen, WA

  • Mason General Hospital

    901 Mountain View Dr, Shelton, WA

  • Providence St. Peter Hospital

    413 Lilly Rd NE, Olympia, WA

  • Summit Pacific Medical Center

    600 E Main St, Elma, WA