Dr. Derek Helton, MD
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Dr. Derek Helton, MD
Medical Oncology
Dr. Derek Helton, MD is a medical oncologist in Vista, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Helton has extensive experience in Renal Neoplasms & Resection, Gastrointestinal Neoplasms, and Pancreatic Neoplasms. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Locations
UC San Diego Cancer Center
UCSD Cancer Center
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Helton is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway Poway, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Areas of Expertise • Dr. Helton specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Helton's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Helton
| 5 star | 88% | 88% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
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| 1 star | 13% | 13% |
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- Explained conditions well
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- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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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 in the treatment of a broad range of solid tumor malignancies and benign and malignant blood...read moreMedical Oncology
Hematology & Oncology
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Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
Medical School, 2000
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 2
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
72%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 50
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 10
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications