Our practice is limited to the care of women with complicated pregnancies. We offer both inpatient and outpatient services including consultation, pregnancy management, ultrasound, amniocenteses, genetic studies and counseling. We deliver our patients at Fresno Community Regional Center where they are highly specialized in obstetrical and neonatal care. Our office is also a State approved AFP center. We provide care for women with pre-existing medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, renal disease and lupus.
Services
Utilizing our State Certified Laboratory, Perinatal Associates is able to get you started quickly on your genetic testing and blood tests. Hydroxyprogesterone is a progesterone medicine for pregnant women who have already had a preterm birth. Progesterone is a hormone that a woman's body makes during pregnancy. Extra progesterone for some women can help to prevent preterm birth. For more information see this brochure!
Fetal echocardiography is the name of the test used to diagnose cardiac conditions in the fetal stage. Cardiac defects are amongst the most common birth defects. Their diagnosis is important in the fetal stage as it might help provide an opportunity to plan and manage the baby as and when the baby is born.
The counselor will ask you and your partner for your family health histories as far back as possible, so try to speak with relatives ahead of time to find out about any birth defects or chronic illnesses (such as heart disease or diabetes) in either of your families. You'll need to find out whatever you can about the health histories of your parents, siblings, children, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. Your counselor will talk to you about any inherited disorders that show up in your family history and your chances of passing them on to your child.
Are you looking to get pregnant but would like to know what your risks might be? Maybe you know your history and want advice on how to proceed with pregnancy. Dr. Helm offers perinatal consultation to help you go over your concerns we well and informed you improvements you can make to your lifestyle to better your outcome.
Reviews (9)
Lia Aldaz
May 05, 2022
The front desk lady was very rude. I walked in and she never even looked up and greeted me, despite it being first thing in the morning and it not being busy. I said "Good morning!" to which she just said "do you have an appointment" with attitude. i also said i forgot my mask and she just said "we dont have extra to give out" which i feel if you require people to have masks you should have extra! they also said i can have one person and i had my nephew who is 1 in a car seat and figured it wouldnt be a big deal since he would just be in his car seat but she cancelled my appointment. honestly if youre going to work with pregnant women you need to learn some manners i dont see any reason for someone to have an attitude at 730 am
M.
Nov 21, 2021
One thing I hate about this place.they make appointment without asking if the time or day will work for you; if you want to change it, they'll give you attitude and being rude about it. Only reason why I gave 3 stars is because some of the US tech were very good.especially Debbie. She very knowledgeable and was so gentle. I would avoid Jen P. at all cost, she was very rough and I told her to ease up on the pressure but that didn't make a different. I was in pain for a couple of days post US.
Jamie Wallert
May 06, 2021
I went to this office throughout both of my pregnancies and had a great experience each visit. I was always greeted kindly at the reception area, I never had to wait more than 5 to 10 minutes before being seen, the sonogram technicians were amazing, and Dr. Helm himself knows his medical material. He is a high risk doctor for a reason and I always trusted his opinion. Overall they are a wonderful office and I would highly recommend them to all my family and friends.
Mercedes Padilla
Jan 30, 2021
Going in was frustrating. I went into my first appointment, and the billing department didn't look into my insurance correctly. It made my appointment be pushed back an hour. Second time billing issues again, January 4th, 2021. I got a call a week and a half later to make payment when I was sure my insurance would make payment in full. Was lied to said claim was declined.
Today I looked at EOB my insure paid in full $0 patient responsibility. I just made a payment last week because they stated the claim was denied although I was 100% sure it wasn't true. I paid it since they insisted I needed to make payment. Just some advice billing take the extra step to listen to your patients and maybe go the extra step to call insurance. Very disappointed will not go back and complaining to my referring doctor.
Today I looked at EOB my insure paid in full $0 patient responsibility. I just made a payment last week because they stated the claim was denied although I was 100% sure it wasn't true. I paid it since they insisted I needed to make payment. Just some advice billing take the extra step to listen to your patients and maybe go the extra step to call insurance. Very disappointed will not go back and complaining to my referring doctor.
Melissa Moore
Jan 21, 2021
I've been to this office for both of my pregnancies and have never had a bad experience. The sonographers are all very sweet and knowledgeable. They put me at ease every time I have an ultrasound done and I've never had to wait longer than maybe 5 minutes for my appointment, which is always a plus. Scheduling is always easy too. I would definitely recommend Dr. Helm and his office staff!
Brittany
Jan 03, 2021
I had a wonderful experience all-around at this office. From the short wait time to the quality of the exams--each step of the way was pleasant and effortless. The front desk girls are so happy and welcoming. The sonographers are very knowledgeable and walk you through every part of the exam as they are scanning. Dr. Helm is very intelligent and straight-forward Perinatologist. I highly recommend this office for your ultrasounds.
Jenny M.
Dec 20, 2020
I really enjoyed my visit to this office. The whole staff was so nice and just very welcoming. I had a short wait time also which was nice. The ultrasound tech took her time with my ultrasound and made sure she got a lot of good pictures, which I appreciated it. I also really liked that they sent me multiple pictures and videos after my appointment. I have my second visit today and I'm really looking forward to it.
Kay R.
Nov 08, 2020
I really wanted to keep getting my ultrasounds done here because this is where my OB prefers me to go. At my first ultrasound here, I was not notified my husband could not be present for the appointment after he already took time off of work. I understand COVID restrictions, but everything is starting to open back up, and with precautions I feel like my husband should be able to attend.
Because of this, I will be using another practice for all of my future ultrasounds. It is very important to me that my husband can attend. If Dr. Helm's policy changes, I would definitely come back.
Because of this, I will be using another practice for all of my future ultrasounds. It is very important to me that my husband can attend. If Dr. Helm's policy changes, I would definitely come back.
Taylor Kamana
Nov 07, 2020
I loved going to Dr. Helm's office for my visits! Everybody working there is friendly and very helpful. If I ever had any questions, they were always answered in full detail and always made me feel like an amazing soon-to-be-mother. The ultrasounds are so detailed and easily accessible (both printed and digital - sometimes videos!) I'm definitely coming back my next pregnancy.
