Dr. Jeffre Helmink is originally from Aurora, Nebraska. He did his undergraduate work and medical school at the University of Nebraska. His general surgery residency began at the VA in Des Moines and continued at Methodist in Des Moines. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Professional interests include endoscopy and minimally invasive abdominal surgery. His personal interests include hunting, boating and reading.
On Staff At
Northwest Iowa Surgeons, P.C.
1823 Highway Blvd., Suite 5
Spencer, Iowa 51301
712.262.6320
Education
Doctorate
University of Nebraska College of Medicine, Omaha, NE
Doctor of Medicine, 1995
Internship
Veterans Administration Medical Center, Des Moines, IA
Internship, 1995 – 1996
Residency
Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines, IA,
Residency, 1996 – 2000
Certification
American Board of Surgery, 2002 – to present
Fellow, American College of Surgeons
