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Dr. William Helton, MD

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Dr. William Helton, MD
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Dr. William Helton, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. William Helton, MD

General Surgery
Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. William Helton, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA.

About

Dr. William Helton, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA. They graduated from MD, University of California, Irvine, 1981 and completed a residency at General Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, 1986. They currently practice at Providence Cancer Institute Franz Clinic and are affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center. Dr. Helton has experience treating conditions like Gallstones, Inguinal Hernia and Cholecystitis and Gallstones among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Helton received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Helton also speaks Spanish. Dr. Helton accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Trustworthy

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Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Locations

  1. 1 Virginia Mason Hospital & Seattle Medical Center
    1100 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
  2. 2 Virginia Mason Bellevue Medical Center
    11695 NE 4th St, Bellevue, WA 98004

Experience and Background Check

Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
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Inguinal Hernia Chevron Icon
Cholecystitis and Gallstones Chevron Icon
Chronic Cholecystitis Chevron Icon
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Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) Chevron Icon
Liver Biopsy Chevron Icon
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair Chevron Icon
Abdominal Pain Chevron Icon
Ascites Chevron Icon
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Bile Duct Obstruction Chevron Icon
Biliary Atresia Chevron Icon
Cholangiocarcinoma Chevron Icon
Cirrhosis Chevron Icon
Incisional Hernia Chevron Icon
Intestinal Obstruction Chevron Icon
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Neuroendocrine Tumors Chevron Icon
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Chevron Icon
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia Chevron Icon
Pleural Effusion Chevron Icon
Small Intestine Cancer Chevron Icon
Stomach Cancer Chevron Icon
Umbilical Hernia Chevron Icon
Ventral Hernia Chevron Icon
Gallbladder Removal Chevron Icon
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) Chevron Icon
Port Placements or Replacements Chevron Icon
Splenectomy Chevron Icon
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open Chevron Icon
Acute Bowel Infarction Chevron Icon
Adrenal Gland Cancer Chevron Icon
Alcoholic Cirrhosis Chevron Icon
Anal and Rectal Cancer Chevron Icon
Anorectal Abscess Chevron Icon
Anorectal Fistula Chevron Icon
Appendicitis Chevron Icon
Barrett's Esophagus Chevron Icon
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System Chevron Icon
Bile Duct Stricture Chevron Icon
Biliary Cirrhosis Chevron Icon
Bone Cancer Chevron Icon
Cholangitis Chevron Icon
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) Chevron Icon
Colorectal Cancer Chevron Icon
Congenital Anomaly Intestine Chevron Icon
Constipation Chevron Icon
Crohn's Disease Chevron Icon
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia Chevron Icon
Esophageal Cancer Chevron Icon
Esophageal Diverticulum Chevron Icon
Esophageal Varices Chevron Icon
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer Chevron Icon
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Gastric Ulcer Chevron Icon
Gynecologic Cancer Chevron Icon
Hemochromatosis Chevron Icon
Hemorrhoids Chevron Icon
Hepatic Sclerosis Chevron Icon
Hepatitis B Chevron Icon
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Hiatal Hernia Chevron Icon
Hidradenitis Chevron Icon
Ileus Chevron Icon
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease Chevron Icon
Intestinal Abscess Chevron Icon
Intestinal Diverticulosis Chevron Icon
Iron Metabolism Disorders Chevron Icon
Ischemic Colitis Chevron Icon
Liver Abscess Chevron Icon
Liver Damage from Alcohol Chevron Icon
Lung Cancer Chevron Icon
Meckel's Diverticulum Chevron Icon
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS) Chevron Icon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract Chevron Icon
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis Chevron Icon
Osteosarcoma Chevron Icon
Partial Lung Collapse Chevron Icon
Pelvic Abscess Chevron Icon
Peptic Ulcer Chevron Icon
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm Chevron Icon
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection Chevron Icon
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis Chevron Icon
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD) Chevron Icon
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis Chevron Icon
Pleura Cancer Chevron Icon
Potassium Deficiency Chevron Icon
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis Chevron Icon
Pyloric Stenosis Chevron Icon
Rib Fracture Chevron Icon
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm Chevron Icon
Secondary Biliary Cholangitis Chevron Icon
Secondary Malignancies Chevron Icon
Soft Tissue Sarcoma Chevron Icon
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer Chevron Icon
Thyroid Cancer Chevron Icon
Thyroid Nodule Chevron Icon
Traumatic Brain Injury Chevron Icon
Varicose Veins Chevron Icon
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Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Chevron Icon
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration Chevron Icon
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage Chevron Icon
Adrenalectomy Chevron Icon
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair Chevron Icon
Bile Duct Procedure Chevron Icon
Biliary Drainage Chevron Icon
Bunion Surgery Chevron Icon
Colectomy Chevron Icon
Colostomy Chevron Icon
Distal Pancreatectomy Chevron Icon
Duodenal Polypectomy Chevron Icon
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine) Chevron Icon
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open) Chevron Icon
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor Chevron Icon
Excision of Rectal Tumor Chevron Icon
Excision of Stomach Tumor Chevron Icon
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer Chevron Icon
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open Chevron Icon
Gastrectomy Chevron Icon
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy Chevron Icon
Gastrotomy Chevron Icon
Hepatectomy Chevron Icon
Hernia Repair Chevron Icon
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Appendectomy Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Liver Resection Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Splenectomy Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure Chevron Icon
Laparotomy Chevron Icon
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision Chevron Icon
Open Appendectomy Chevron Icon
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair Chevron Icon
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair Chevron Icon
Orchiectomy Chevron Icon
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure) Chevron Icon
Peripheral Artery Bypass Chevron Icon
Puncture Aspiration Chevron Icon
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure Chevron Icon
Skin Grafts Chevron Icon
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal Chevron Icon
Sphincterotomy Chevron Icon
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy Chevron Icon
Transendoscopic Stent Placement Chevron Icon
Vascular Transcatheter Embolization Chevron Icon
Ventral Hernia Repair Open Chevron Icon
Wedge Resection Colon Chevron Icon
Wound Repair Chevron Icon
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Jan 18, 2017
Doctor Helton is by far one of the best general surgeans I've ever met. His bed side manner is incredible, he is compassionate, he listenes and is very accessible. I spend months looking for the "best" General surgeon and even went out of state but My research kept bringing me to Dr. Helton. Dr. H repaired my incisional hernia with mesh and did an excellent job. If anyone is looking for a general surgeon I would highly recommend him.
Viana in Seattle, WA — Jan 18, 2017
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • I believe in educating my patients about their disease and condition and the expected results so they can make an educated decision about their care. I will counsel and advise them about what i think is the best option based upon their particular situation, my education and 25 years of experience. I strongly believe in crafting a highly individualized treatment plan, based upon the patient's physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs.

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Biography
  • Dr. William Helton, MD is a general surgery specialist in Seattle, WA. He specializes in General Surgery and Hepatology.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties
General Surgery
Hepatology
Specialties
Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • MD, University of California, Irvine, 1981
Medical Education

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • General Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, 1986
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Liver and Pancreas Surgery, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 1991; Metabolism and Nutrition, Harvard University, Boston, 1990; GI Peptide Physiology, University of Washington, Seattle, 1987
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. William Helton, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Helton's profile.

Dr. Helton frequently treats the following conditions: Gallstones, Inguinal Hernia and Cholecystitis and Gallstones. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. William Helton, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

    925 Seneca St, Seattle, WA

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