Dr. Bryan Helsel

Cardiothoracic Surgeon · Ballad Health

Surgeon Johnson City, TN NPI on file?

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
9 years
since Jul 2017
Gender
Male

Experience

Cardiothoracic SurgeonCurrent
Ballad Health
Since Jul 2017 · 9 years · Johnson City, TN

Education

Wake Forest University School of Medicine
2010 – 2012
FOB Shank School of Trauma Surgery Afghanistan
2009 – 2010
Tripler Army Medical Center
2004 – 2009
East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
2000 – 2004
United States Military Academy at West Point
Bachelor of Science (BS)
1990 – 1994
Douglas MacArthur High School
1985 – 1989

Skills

Army Afghanistan Military Operations Military Military Experience Command Security Clearance Operational Planning Leadership Dod Force Protection National Security Aviation Special Operations Military Logistics Government Defense Medicine Combat Organizational Leadership Team Building Intelligence Analysis Reconnaissance Surgery Tactics Training Homeland Security Team Leadership Military Training Weapons Readiness Military Aviation Helicopter Operations Intelligence Cardiothoracic Surgery Open Heart Surgery Heart Valves Helicopters Operations Management Process Improvement Counterterrorism Leadership Development Military History Combat Lifesaver Aircraft

About Ballad Health

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Office Location
400 N State Of Franklin Rd, Johnson City, TN

Professional Overview

Dr. Bryan Helsel is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon, currently affiliated with Ballad Health, based in Johnson City, TN. As a surgeon, Dr. Helsel contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Johnson City, TN. They have been with Ballad Health for 9 years. Dr. Helsel holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Bachelor of Science (BS), from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and FOB Shank School of Trauma Surgery Afghanistan. Core competencies include Army, Afghanistan, Military Operations, Military, Military Experience. Ballad Health operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit surgeon professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to surgeon specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Johnson City, TN healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 22,604 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Surgeon specialty. Bryan Helsel is one of them.
  • 302 Surgeons are based in TN (out of 27,118 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 442 contacts at Ballad Health are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Surgeon compensation in TN: $350,000 – $736,000 (median $511,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Surgeons in TN: Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance (7), Premier Surgical Associates (5), Holston Medical Group (4).
  • 4% of Surgeons in TN hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 76% of Surgeons in TN have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Bryan Helsel located?

Dr. Bryan Helsel is based in Johnson City, TN. They are currently affiliated with Ballad Health.

What is Dr. Bryan Helsel's specialty?

Dr. Bryan Helsel specializes in Surgeon. Their current role is Cardiothoracic Surgeon.

Where does Dr. Bryan Helsel currently work?

Dr. Bryan Helsel currently works at Ballad Health. They have been there for 9 years.

What is Dr. Bryan Helsel's educational background?

Dr. Bryan Helsel attended Wake Forest University School of Medicine and FOB Shank School of Trauma Surgery Afghanistan.

How do I contact Dr. Bryan Helsel for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a Surgeon?

Recruiting surgeons typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides contact data for surgeons across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a Surgeon in TN?

Surgeons in TN typically earn $350,000 to $736,000 annually, with a median of $511,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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