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Office
2040c Tamiami Trl
Port Charlotte, FL 33948Phone+1 941-629-4464Fax+1 941-629-4701
Summary
- Dr. Benjamin Helgemo is a pediatrician based in Port Charlotte, FL. He completed his medical degree at the University of Florida College of Medicine in 1993, followed by a residency in pediatrics at Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Greenville. He holds a BS in Psychology from Florida State University, graduating magna cum laude with honors. Dr. Helgemo is a co-owner and founder of Helgemo and Liou, a role he has held since 1997. He has experience in various procedures, including electrocardiography, lumbar puncture, pulmonary function testing, and foreign body removal. His research has been published in the Journal of Pediatric Psychology, with a focus on children and AIDS. He was recognized as the Best Pediatrician by the Charlotte Sun from 2015 to 2019.
Education & Training
Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Greenville (Greenville)Residency, Pediatrics, 1993 - 1996
University of Florida College of MedicineClass of 1993
Florida State UniversityBS, Psychology , Magna Cum with Honors, 1983 - 1989
Certifications & Licensure
FL State Medical License 1996 - 2026
SC State Medical License 1994 - 1996
American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Best Pediatrician Charlotte Sun, 2015-2019
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 4 citationsParental Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Children With AIDS: Influences on Educational Policies and Children's AttitudesMary L. Osborne, Janet A. Kistner, Benjamin Helgemo
Journal of Pediatric Psychology. 1995-02-01 - 21 citationsDevelopmental Progression in Children's Knowledge of AIDS: Implications for Education and Attitudinal ChangeMary L. Osborne, Janet A. Kistner, Benjamin Helgemo
Journal of Pediatric Psychology. 1993-04-01
Professional Memberships
- Catholic Medical AssociationMember
Industry Relationships
- Faculty, Florida State University College of Medicine2016 - Present
External Links
- Helgemo and Liou Pediatricshttp://www.helgemopediatrics.com
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