Dr. Teresa Lynn Helsten M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
3855 Health Sciences Dr #0987 La Jolla CA, 92093About
Dr. Teresa Helsten is a hematologist oncologist practicing in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Helsten specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Hematologist Oncologists are also trained in the study of cancer and its attack on other organs.
Education and Training
UC Davis School of Medicine, Sacramento, CA Medical Degree
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA Other Degree
UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego, CA Other Degree
Associate Professor of Medicine Medical Degree
Medical Oncologist Medical Degree
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Hematology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Medical Oncology
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