Dr. Eric Helfer, MD

The initial visit prior to the prostate biopsy was very quick and Dr. Helfer was in and out. I had wanted to ask him if he had reviewed my husband’s medical history and if was aware of husbands Crohn’s disease and how that might impact the prostate biopsy. Didn’t follow up with that question assuming patient history was reviewed routinely and perhaps it didn’t make a difference anyway. Two days after the office prostate biopsy procedure, my husband contracted a serious ESBL bacterial infection and was hospitalized for 5 days and had to have IV home therapy for one month, all from a procedure performed in the office by Dr. Helfer. The results visit with Dr. Helfer ended with me asking if the cancer was encapsulated or out of capsule. He replied it could be out and if WE wanted, he could order a PET Scan for further testing. Had I not asked this follow up question, the PET Scan would not have been suggested or ordered because he was finished.

Great visit - The doctor took the time to explain what to expect, recovery time, things to watch for, etc. Would certainly recommend!

I was a new patient with first time kidney stones with questions and concerns. He was arrogant, rude and impatient. Instead of taking time to talk to me, he left the room and returned with a sheet of paper that he handed me, he then told me to read it and walked out of the room. Thankfully the PA in that department is wonderful if it was not for her and another Urologist, I would visit another Urology clinic.

Exceeded my expectations.

If you want a great doctor, then look no more. Dr Helfer is not only a very good doctor, he has a great bed side manner. You feel like you've always known him. The best thing that I like most is his positive nature. My wife and I are very positive people and we find that with Dr. Helfer.