James L Helstrom, MD, MBA

To me, anesthesiology is one of the most challenging fields in medicine.

It often combines intense interpersonal interactions with complex physiology and very difficult surgical procedures. We, as anesthesiologists, often need to meet patients on the day of surgery, quickly inspire trust, sort through an often complicated medical history, and manage a safe procedure while at the same time allowing for minimal patient discomfort post-operatively.

Video

Introductory Video of Dr. Helstrom

Surgical Oncology
Attending Physician

Meet other members of the anesthesiology team.

Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111-2497

New patients can request an appointment online or call 215-728-2570.

Appointments for Returning Patients

For general information, call:
1-888-FOX CHASE (1-888-369-2427).
An oncology certified nurse will assist you.

Clinical Expertise:

Critical Care

Education:

MD, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, CO, 2001
MBA, Washington University, St. Louis, MO, 1992

Residency:

Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Massachusetts General Hospital, 2002-2005

Honors and Awards:

Henry K. Beecher Award for Resident Teaching, 2007, 2008;
Outstanding Student Teaching, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 2002;
Alpha Omega Alpha, Junior Year, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 2000;
David Talmage Award in Immunology and Microbiology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1998;
Norman Martin Award in Physiology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1997;
Cum Laude, Chemistry,
Washington University, 1988

Certifications:

Diplomate, American Board Anesthesiology, 2007

Professional Societies:

American Society of Anesthesiologists, Society for Critical Care Medicine