Drew A. Helmer

Drew A. Helmer, M.D., M.S., is a Professor in the Department of Health Services Research at Baylor College of Medicine and serves as Deputy Director at the Center for Innovations in Quality, Effectiveness & Safety (IQuESt) within the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. His academic and clinical work focuses on healthcare quality improvement and veteran health services.

• Education: BS in Genetics & Cell Biology (University of Minnesota, 1991), MD (Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, 1997), MS in Health Policy & Management (Columbia University School of Public Health, 1997)
• Certifications: Internal Medicine (ABIM, active 2000-2031)

Dr. Helmer's professional interests center on Military Veteran Health, Healthcare Utilization, and Military Toxic Exposures. His work addresses systemic healthcare challenges through research and innovation in clinical effectiveness.