Dr. Cecilia Helwig, MD

Dr. Cecilia Helwig, MD

Pediatric Otolaryngologist
173.2 mi · 29120 Franklin Rd, Southfield, MI 48034

At a glance

4.68 stars (31 reviews)
94% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 34 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Works at Children's Hospital of Michigan - Pediatric ENT
Speaks English and Spanish
4.68
31 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.4

Recent reviews

Dr. Helwig was very professional and had a very soothing and kind spirit in general. My daughter was made to feel comfortable. Dr. Helwig and staff were very patient, pleasant and informative.
Verified patient
Front office staff & nurses were a pleasure! Nurse practitioner was wonderful! Dr. Helwig was very clear and sweet! Very nice!

Office location

Etkin Specialty Center-Southfield
173.2 mi · 29120 Franklin Rd, Southfield, MI, 48034

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare

Popular visit reasons

Allergy Consultation
ENT Consultation
ENT Emergency Visit
Ear Infection
Hearing Problems
Language / Speech Problems
Sleep Problems
Throat Cancer
Allergy Consultation
ENT Consultation
ENT Emergency Visit
Ear Infection

More about Dr. Cecilia Helwig, MD

Cecilia Helwig, MD joined the ENT Faculty as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery, specializing in Pediatric Otolaryngology. Dr. Helwig received medical school and residency training in Otolaryngology at the University of Chile. She completed her fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego. Before coming to Yale, Dr. Helwig served as the Director of the Pediatric Cochlear Implant Program at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania from 2007-2017. She is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and the American Academy of Pediatric Otolaryngology, where she currently chairs the society’s Young Members Committee. Fluent in English and Spanish, Dr. Helwig is passionate about the prevention of hearing loss and rehabilitation. She is committed to improving the health of her patients by following the latest scientific advances and utilizing the most cutting-edge technologies available. In her free time, Dr. Helwig likes to run and go for bicycle rides with her two young children and her husband, Greg.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Universidad Austral de Chile Facultad de Medicina
University of Chile, Residency in Otolaryngology
Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego, Fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology
University of Chile (Bachelor's)

Practice

Children's Hospital of Michigan - Pediatric ENT

Certifications

American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Professional memberships

American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery
American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology
Chilean Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Chilean Health Informatics Society

Awards and publications

Pediatric Cochlear Implant Program Development Award Geisinger Health System (2010)
Travel Award Association for Research in Otolaryngology (2003)
Excellence in Research Travel Award Chilean Society of Otolaryngology (2000)
FNA biopsy of pediatric cervicofacial masses and validation of clinical characteristics of malignancy. D'Anza B, Kraseman SJ, Canto-Helwig C, Greene JS, Wood WE. FNA biopsy of pediatric cervicofacial masses and validation of clinical characteristics of malignancy. International Journal Of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology 2015, 79:1196-200. 2015
Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma of the neck masquerading as a congenital lymphangioma in a pediatric patient Briddell, J. Wood, E., Helwig, CC. Embryonal Rhabdomyosarcoma of the Neck Masquerading as a Congenital Lymphangioma in a Pediatric Patient. International Journal of Pediatric Otolaryngology. March 2014 Volume 9, Issue 2, Pages 52–55 2014

Background

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1528258787

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.68
Wait time
4.40
Bedside manner
4.92
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It went good and came up with a plan I liked Anna agreed on she's very caring
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I will be going back
Verified patient
The visit itself was not bad, Dr. Helwig checked my son up and made a procedure to see his throat. But later then we have received 2 bills for a huge amount of money,one of it from a hospital we never been to. And nobody told me In advance how much all the procedures going to cost.
Dr. Helwig was very professional and had a very soothing and kind spirit in general. My daughter was made to feel comfortable. Dr. Helwig and staff were very patient, pleasant and informative.
Verified patient
:-) Love it!!! Lol.
Very friendly.
Front office staff & nurses were a pleasure! Nurse practitioner was wonderful! Dr. Helwig was very clear and sweet! Very nice!
Great doctor.
Good, they cleared my doubts.
It was great!
I am extremely pleased with this visit. Staff was excellent. Doctor amazing and thorough, as well as the NP. I would highly recommend!!!
It was a good experience. The doctors were able to take care of the problem and kept my son as calm as he could be. They reassured him every time that he was doing good & it made him feel better.
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Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Cecilia Helwig work with?

Dr. Cecilia Helwig works with Children's Hospital of Michigan - Pediatric ENT.

Where is Dr. Cecilia Helwig's office located?

Dr. Cecilia Helwig's office is located at 29120 Franklin Rd, Southfield, MI 48034.

Which board certifications does Dr. Cecilia Helwig have?

Dr. Cecilia Helwig is certified by American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Cecilia Helwig?

Dr. Cecilia Helwig frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, ENT Consultation, ENT Emergency Visit, Hearing Problems, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Cecilia Helwig on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Cecilia Helwig speak?

Dr. Cecilia Helwig speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Cecilia Helwig in reviews?

31 patients have reviewed Dr. Cecilia Helwig. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.68/5. They have a 4.92/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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