Karl W. Helmold, MD

Vice Chair, LVH-Schuylkill, Institute for Surgical Excellence

Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery

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Overview

Area of focus i

  • General Orthopedics
  • Joint Pain
  • Fracture Care

Languages spoken

  • English
  • German

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About

Philosophy of care

I try to present all treatment options to you and then together we can reach a mutual decision as to your best course of treatment.

Why I entered medicine

Prior to becoming an orthopedic surgeon I was a civil engineer. I became an orthopedic surgeon as it allowed me to combine my interests in medicine, engineering and helping my fellow man. What I really enjoy about orthopedics is that most of our patients get better, and many of our patients are cured.

Community involvement

I have served as the president of the Bucks County Medical Society, and also as a delegate to the Pennsylvania Medical Society.

Personal interests

I like to spend time with my family, work on automobiles and enjoy time outdoors.

U.S. News & World Report ranks Lehigh Valley Hospital 20th in the country for orthopedic care
Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 20th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology.
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Education

Undergraduate
 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, BS - Civil Engineering, 1978

Medical Training
 Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, MD - Doctor of Medicine, 1988

Training

Internship 1989
 General Surgery, Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ

Fellowship 1990
 Hand & Microsurgery, Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ

Residency 1994
 Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ

Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery