Elizabeth Helsper, MD

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A Specialist in Hand Surgery

Dr. Elizabeth Helsper is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand surgery. She offers surgical and nonsurgical treatments for hand, wrist and upper extremity issues.

She treats a variety of hand and wrist conditions, including:

  • Arthritis
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Cubital tunnel syndrome
  • Dupuytren’s contracture
  • Fractures
  • Ganglion cysts
  • Injuries
  • Pain
  • Tendonitis
  • Trigger finger

Dr. Helsper is a clinical assistant professor of surgery at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine.

Speaks: English

Specialties

(605) 328-2663

Background Information

Education & Training History

Fellowship:
Hand Surgery: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Residency:
Orthopedic Surgery: University of Kansas Medical Center, Wichita, KS
Medical School:
University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Vermillion, SD

Board Certifications:
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Experience & Research

Professional Memberships:

  • American Society for Surgery of the Hand
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • South Dakota State Medical Association
  • South Dakota State Orthopaedic Society
  • American Medical Association

Selected Publications:

  • Distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) dysfunction, treatment options and outcomes

Idea of Care

My goal is to deliver high-quality, personalized patient care. I aspire to develop lifelong relationships with my patients and treat my patients as if they were my own family.

Personal Interests

Dr. Helsper enjoys spending time with her family, including her husband, two children and Pomeranian puppy. She also enjoys traveling, spending time at the lake and attending sporting events. (Go Chiefs!) Dr. Helsper is a proud graduate of Augustana University, where she received her bachelor's degree in biology.

Awards and Distinctions

Orthopaedic Resident Research and Education Award (2019)

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