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Dr. William Helton, MD

General Surgery* Age 69
Dr. William Helton, MD
5.0 (16 Ratings)

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

General Surgery* Age 69
Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. William Helton, MD is a General Surgeon in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. William Helton, MD is a General Surgeon in Seattle, WA and has 43 years experience. They graduated from University of California, Irvine School of Medicine in 1981 and completed a residency at Brigham Womens Hospital.They currently practice at Providence Cancer Institute Franz Clinic and are affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center. Dr. Helton has experience treating conditions like Cholecystitis and Gallstones 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 16 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Helton also speaks Spanish. Dr. Helton is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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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

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Chronic Cholecystitis
Inguinal Hernia
Pancreatic Cancer
Liver Biopsy
Incisional Hernia
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Abdominal Pain
Ascites
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Bile Duct Obstruction
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Varices
Hepatitis C
Ileus
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Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Liver Damage
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pelvic Abscess
Pleural Effusion
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Stricture
Biliary Cirrhosis
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Cholangitis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemochromatosis
Hepatic Fibrosis
Hepatic Sclerosis
Hepatitis B
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Abscess
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Osteosarcoma
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Biliary Cholangitis
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adrenalectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bunion Surgery
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colostomy
Distal Pancreatectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Liver Resection
Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Splenectomy
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Puncture Aspiration
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Skin Grafts
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Transendoscopic Stent Placement
Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
Venous Thrombectomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. William Helton, MD is a general surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 42 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Irvine School of Medicine in 1981. He specializes in General Surgery and Hepatology.
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
General Surgery
Hepatology
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, Irvine School of Medicine
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Washington
    1982
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Brigham Womens Hospital
    1990
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Toronto General Hospital
    1991
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: Cholecystitis and Gallstones and Gallstones. See more on Sharecare.

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

Yes, Dr. William Helton, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Dr. Helton has over 43 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

    925 Seneca St, Seattle, WA

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