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Craig Helm

Dr. Craig J. Helm , MD

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Dr. Craig J. Romero Helm obtained his bachelor of science degree in biochemistry from UCLA, where he was also a varsity gymnast. Dr. Helm went on to pursue his medical education at the Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Lousiana, where, based on academic achievement, he was selected into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. Afterwards, Dr. Helm completed residency training in ophthalmology at the prestigious UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute. He continued fellowship training at UCLA in cornea and refractive surgery and uveitis.

During his fellowship he was honored to be selected as a Heed Fellow. After completing fellowship training, Dr. Helm served in the United States Air Force at the Portsmouth Naval Medical Center for three years. Dr. Helm has coauthored numerous scientific papers and book chapters. While in Virginia, Dr. Helm was an active faculty member at the Eastern Virginia Medical School Department of Ophthalmology. After leaving the Air Force in 1996, he established a successful private practice in Norfolk and Virginia Beach, where he specialized in cataract surgery, corneal transplantation and laser vision correction.

In 2001, Dr. Helm moved to Santa Clarita to establish a premiere practice, excelling in delivering university-level care in a new state of the art setting. His practice focus remains cataract surgery, corneal transplantation and laser vision correction. He lives in Santa Clarita with his wife and children. His outside interests include woodworking, guitar, piano, singing and staying in shape.

***The Palmdale location is open Tuesdays, Thursdays, and every other Friday. Please call for specific hours/days***

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PATIENT'S PERSPECTIVE

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RATINGS AND REVIEWS

Dr. Helm's Rating
21 Ratings with 2 Reviews
Patient Perspective
5.0 Explains conditions and treatments
5.0 Takes time to answer my questions
4.5 Provides follow-up as needed
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27420 Tourney Rd Ste 100, Valencia, CA, 91355
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Helm Vision Group
27420 Tourney Rd Ste 100
Valencia, CA, 91355
2 REVIEWS
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"I had my first visit with Dr. Helm concerning Cataract Surgery. His whole staff is exceptional, from the front desk, to the technician, to Dr. Helm. What a great team! All tremendously talented and so attentive, friendly and courteous to add to their obvious expertise. I have the highest regard for this physician and his group as I have been seen by many Opthomologist in many States over the past 70 years and the Helm Vision Group exceeds them all Warmly, George Loy Leisher, Jr., Ph.D"
  • November 21, 2023
"Dr. Helm is my favorite doctor, not only because of his expertise but his genuine compassion for his patients. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an amazing ophthalmologist; you won’t be disappointed!"
  • August 27, 2022

LOCATIONS

27420 Tourney Rd Ste 100
Valencia, CA, 91355
  • Accepting New Patients
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed
  • Accepting New Patients
619 w Avenue Q Ste C
Palmdale, CA, 93551
  • Accepting New Patients
MonClosed
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu9:00 am - 2:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
  • Accepting New Patients

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Fellowship
UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute - Cornea and Refractive Surgery and Uveitis
Residency
UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute - Ophthalmology
Medical School
Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana

INSURANCE PLANS ACCEPTED  (35)

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  • Oscar Insurance CA
  • First Health PPO
  • CIGNA LocalPlus
  • Blue Shield CA Silver 70 PPO
  • Blue Cross CA Pathway X PPO
  • Blue Cross CA Advantage PPO Preferred DirectAccess Plus
  • Aetna Signature Administrators PPO
  • UHC Choice Plus POS
  • Health Net PureCare HSP Individual and Family Plans
  • PHCS PPO
  • UHC SignatureValue Flex1
  • CIGNA PPO
  • Humana Choice POS
  • Aetna Choice POS II
  • BCBS Blue Card PPO
  • Health Net CA PPO
  • Blue Shield CA Bronze 60 PPO SHOP
  • Health Net PureCare One EPO Individual & Family Plan
  • CIGNA Open Access Plus
  • UHC Options PPO
  • UHC West SignatureValue Alliance
  • Aetna Savings Plus of CA
  • Anthem BC Pathway X EPO Network
  • UHC Navigate POS
  • Health Net CA Individual and Family PPO
  • Blue Cross CA PPO Prudent Buyer Small Group
  • BS CA Platinum 90 PPO
  • Aetna Managed Choice POS Open Access
  • Blue Shield CA PPO
  • Multiplan PPO
  • Blue Cross CA PPO Prudent Buyer Large Group
  • Blue Shield CA Bronze Full PPO 4500
  • Blue Cross CA PPO Prudent Buyer Individual
  • Most Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Self Pay
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