Scott Helberg, MD

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A Cardiac & Pulmonary Expert

Dr. Scott Helberg is a recognized expert in sedation and delirium diagnosis and treatment. He specializes in lung cancer and airway management.

He treats a variety of conditions, including: 

  • Asthma
  • COPD
  • Pulmonary hypertension
  • Sarcoidosis

Dr. Helberg performs:

  • Biologic therapies
  • Biopsies
  • Chest tube placements
  • Thoracenteses
  • Thoracic ultrasounds

Dr. Helberg also acts as an assistant professor of medicine at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine.

Speaks: English, American Sign Language

Specialties

(605) 328-8900

Background Information

Education History

Fellowship:
Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Fellowship: University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM (2012-2015)
Residency:
University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, NM (2008-2010)
Internship:
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM (2007-2008)
Medical School:
University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Vermillion, SD (2004-2007)
Graduate School:
National University, San Diego, CA (1991-1993)
Undergraduate School:
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN (1989-1990)
Huron University, Huron, SD (1987-1989)
Augustana University, Sioux Falls, SD (1985-1987)

Board Certifications:
American Board of Internal Medicine:
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Medicine
Critical Care Medicine

Experience & Research

Dr. Helberg served as investigator and regional speaker on strategies and interventions to decrease mechanical ventilator time and hospital stays for the critically ill.

My Idea of Care

I am dedicated to the art of medicine through evidence-base practices and the integration of all members of a care team. I practice medicine through compassion and personal attention to each patient’s individual needs.

Personal Interests

Dr. Helberg is a South Dakota native. He is married and an avid musician who enjoys piano and singing karaoke.

Awards and Distinctions

Sanford USD Medical Center Doctor of the Month (May 2011)
Cardiology Floor Doctor of the Month (June 2011)
Resident of the Year (2009-2010)
Unsung Hero of the Year (2008-2009)

Additional Locations

Sanford Health Brookings Clinic

922 22nd Ave. S.
Brookings, South Dakota 57006

(605) 697-1900

Sanford Health Watertown Clinic

901 Fourth St. NW
Watertown, South Dakota 57201

(605) 886-1565

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