Scott Helberg, MD

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A Cardiac & Pulmonary Expert

Dr. Helberg is a recognized expert in sedation and delirium diagnosis and treatment.

He specializes in lung cancer and airway management.

Dr. Helberg treats conditions including:

  • Asthma
  • COPD
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Pulmonary hypertension

He performs:

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

Dr. Helberg also acts as Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota

 

Speaks: English, American Sign Language

Specialties

(605) 328-8900

Background Information

Education History

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

Experience & Research

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 is 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
(605) 697-1900
Brookings, South Dakota 57006

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Sanford Health Watertown Clinic

901 4th St. NW
(605) 886-1565
Watertown, South Dakota 57201

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