Dr. Derek Helton, MD

Dr. Derek Helton, MD

OncologyMaleAge 49

Oncology

Dr. Derek Helton, MD is an oncology specialist in Vista, CA and has over 22 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Helton has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Neoplasms, Pancreatic Neoplasms, and Renal Neoplasms & Resection. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UC San Diego Medical Center and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Locations

UC San Diego Cancer Center

UC San Diego Cancer Center910 Sycamore Ave Ste 370 Vista, CA 92081
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New Patient?
(442) 274-0568

UCSD Cancer Center

UCSD Cancer Center1200 Garden View Rd Ste 200 Encinitas, CA 92024
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New Patient?
(442) 274-0568

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Frequently Treated by Dr. Helton

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Helton treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Helton treats other conditions, please contact the office at (760) 536-7737.

Pancreatic Neoplasms

Pancreatic oncology focuses on the management and treatment of pancreatic cancer through chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and targeted cancer therapy.Compare with other Pancreatic Neoplasms specialists.

Dr. Helton is experienced in the area of Pancreatic Neoplasms. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

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Pancreatic Cancer
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Renal Neoplasms & Resection

Renal oncology focuses on the management and treatment of kidney cancer through surgery, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation, and chemotherapy.Compare with other Renal Neoplasms & Resection specialists.

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Kidney Cancer
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High
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Gastrointestinal Neoplasms

Oncologists diagnose and treat cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, including stomach cancer, liver cancer, and colon cancer, through chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and targeted cancer therapy.Compare with other Gastrointestinal Neoplasms specialists.

Dr. Helton is experienced in the area of Gastrointestinal Neoplasms. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

Based on claims data for 7 conditions and procedures

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Retroperitoneum Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
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Dr. Helton's conditions and procedures:

  • Lymphocytosis
  • Thrombocytosis
  • Leukocytosis
  • Acquired Hemolytic Anemia
  • Acute Leukemia
  • Acute Lymphoid Leukemia
  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Adrenal Gland Cancer
  • Amyloidosis
  • Anal and Rectal Cancer
  • Anemia
  • Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
  • Astrocytoma
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Bleeding Disorders
  • Bone Cancer
  • Brain Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Breast Lump
  • Carcinoid Syndrome
  • Carcinoma in Situ
  • Central Nervous System Lymphoma
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Cholangiocarcinoma
  • Chordoma
  • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Coagulation Disorders
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Diffuse Follicle Center Lymphoma
  • Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma
  • Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
  • Endocrine Gland Cancer
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Eye Cancer
  • Fallopian Tube Cancer
  • Follicular Lymphoma Grade 3B
  • Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hemochromatosis
  • Hemophilia
  • Histiocytic Sarcoma
  • Hodgkin's Disease
  • Hypercoagulable State
  • Hypothalamus Cancer
  • Immune Thrombocytopenia
  • Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
  • Kaposi's Sarcoma
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Laryngeal Cancer
  • Leukocytopenia
  • Liver Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Lymphosarcoma
  • Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's )
  • Male Breast Cancer
  • Malignant Histiocytosis
  • Mantle Cell Lymphoma
  • Marginal Zone Lymphoma
  • Mediastinal Tumors
  • Medulloblastoma
  • Melanoma
  • Meningiomas
  • Merkel Cell Carcinoma
  • Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
  • Mixed-Cellularity Hodgkins Lymphoma
  • Mycosis Fungoides
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Neuroendocrine Tumors
  • Neutropenia
  • Nodular Lymphoma
  • Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Oral Cancer
  • Osteosarcoma
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Pancytopenia
  • Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
  • Peritoneal Cancer
  • Pleura Cancer
  • Pleural Cancer
  • Polycythemia Rubra Vera
  • Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
  • Primary Hypercoagulable State
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Purpura
  • Qualitative Platelet Defects (incl. Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia)
  • Reticulosarcoma
  • Retroperitoneum Cancer
  • Schwannoma
  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Secondary Sideroblastic Anemia
  • Sickle Cell Disease
  • Skin Cancer
  • Small Intestine Cancer
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
  • Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Systemic Amyloidosis
  • Testicular Cancer
  • Thalassemia
  • Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
  • Thymomas
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Tongue Cancer
  • Tonsil Cancer
  • Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
  • Urinary Tract Cancer
  • Uterine Cancer
  • Vaginal Cancer
  • Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
  • Vitamin B Deficiency
  • von Willebrand Disease
  • Vulvar Cancer
  • Leukemia Diagnostic Evaluations
  • Thoracentesis

Dr. Helton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Helton

4.5

Based on 8 ratings

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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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About Me

Biography

Derek Helton, MD, is a board-certified medical oncologist and medical director of cancer services at our Encinitas and Vista locations. He specializes...Read more

Specialties

  • Oncology
  • Hematology & Oncology
  • Medical Oncology

Loma Linda University School of Medicine

Medical School, 2000

  • English
  • Spanish

Common Questions and Answers

    Please call the office to learn more. (760) 536-7737

    What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Derek Helton, MD?

    Click here to schedule an appointment online. New patients may call (442) 274-0568 to make an appointment.

    Can I use my insurance at Dr. Derek Helton, MD?

    Dr. Derek Helton, MD accepts various insurance plans. You can easily check if your insurance provider is accepted by using the Healthgrades insurance check. We recommend verifying your insurance coverage before scheduling an appointment to ensure a seamless experience.

    Does Dr. Derek Helton, MD accept new patients?

    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Derek Helton, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Helton's profile.

    What are Dr. Derek Helton, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. Derek Helton, MD specializes in Gastrointestinal Neoplasms and Pancreatic Neoplasms. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Derek Helton, MD's office address?

    Dr. Helton's office is located at 910 Sycamore Ave Ste 370, Vista, CA 92081. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    What languages does Dr. Derek Helton, MD speak?

    Dr. Derek Helton, MD is fluent in 2 languages: English and Spanish.

    Affiliated Hospitals

    Dr. Helton is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

    Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

    Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    Escondido, CA

    14 Awards Received

    Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    UC San Diego Medical Center

    San Diego, CA

    81% Patients that would definitely recommend, 11% higher than the national average

    32 Awards Received

    Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Palomar Medical Center Poway

    Poway, CA

    66% Patients that would definitely recommend, 4% lower than the national average

    Tri-city Medical Center

    Oceanside, CA

    55% Patients that would definitely recommend, 15% lower than the national average

    3 Awards Received

    Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)