Richard Helmer IV, MD
5.0(12 reviews)
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  • Mon:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Tue:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Wed:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Thu:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Fri:8:00am - 5:00pm

Richard Helmer IV, MD
Surgeon - Vascular Surgery, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon - General

Highlights

  • Board Certified
  • Has Online Scheduling

Biography

Richard Helmer IV, MD is a Surgeon - Vascular Surgery, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon - General practicing in Waco, TX

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Most honest dr I have ever meat !!…

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Summary

Provider Training

UniversityDegreeFocusGraduated
The University of Texas Medical Branch (Education)Other DegreeOther2000

InstitutionFocusYear
Internship - Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterGeneral Surgery2001
Residency - Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterGeneral Surgery2005
Fellowship - The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at DallasThoracic surgery2008

CertificationCert. BodyYear
SurgerySurgeryNot Specified
Thoracic and Cardiac SurgeryThoracic SurgeryNot Specified

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Specialties

Languages Spoken
English
Medical Specialties
  • Surgeon - Sub-Specialty: Vascular Surgery
  • Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon

Accepts New Patients: Yes

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Reviews

Average Rating: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 12
Most Recent Review: 08/20/2026
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Office & Staff Evaluation 5.0

Ease of Getting an Appointment 5.0
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Office Appearance & Atmosphere 5.0
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Provider Evaluation 5.0

Willingness to Spend Time with You 5.0
Listening Skills 5.0
Clear Explanations 5.0
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“Most honest dr I have ever meat...”

Most honest dr I have ever meat !!

Anonymous 08/20/2026
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“Dr. Helmer's bedside manner is i...”

Dr. Helmer's bedside manner is impeccable. He shows that he's listening and helps to guide me as a patient in the best way. I would love to receive this kind of treatment from all of the doctors I see. I am truly appreciative to leave my appointments with Dr. Helmer feeling seen, heard, and treated with the utmost respect and compassion.

Anonymous 07/24/2026
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“Dr Helmer was very informative, ...”

Dr Helmer was very informative, professional, caring, took plenty of time to answer all my questions. Excellent care!

Anonymous 11/08/2025
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“He talked to me about my symptom...”

He talked to me about my symptoms and explained that he thought it was not vascular. He told me at the end of our visit that if I felt like I needed a follow up visit to please reach out and let him know.

Anonymous 10/24/2025
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“Dr Helmer,explained all my optio...”

Dr Helmer,explained all my options to me in great detail so I could understand and decide what I want to do.

Anonymous 10/19/2025
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“Excellent...”

Excellent

Anonymous 07/27/2026
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“He was professional and honest ....”

He was professional and honest . Once he explained everything I felt relieved .

Anonymous 01/12/2026
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“Dr. Helmer is an Excellent commu...”

Dr. Helmer is an Excellent communicator for the average person to be able to understand.

Anonymous 10/25/2025
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“Was very caring and understandin...”

Was very caring and understanding

Anonymous 10/20/2025
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“Excellent service...”

Excellent service

Anonymous 08/23/2025
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