Helen Dinkelspiel Eshed, M.D.
Gynecologic Oncology
English
+1 (512) 614-5970
Overview
About
Helen Dinkelspiel Eshed, M.D., is board certified in gynecologic oncology, obstetrics, and gynecology. Dr. Eshed specializes in gynecologic cancers including cervical, uterine or endometrial, ovarian, vulvar, and vaginal cancers as well as gestational trophoblastic disease. Her special interests include research to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. She also educates providers in the community on the newest statistics and advancements in gynecologic oncology treatment and care.
Dr. Eshed is actively involved in clinical trials to individualize patient care and improve patient outcomes and quality of life. She has authored more than a dozen peer-reviewed publications and presents lectures nationally and internationally on research in gynecologic cancers. She was the recipient of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Young Investigator Award grant for her research efforts in minimally invasive gynecologic cancer surgery.
Dr. Eshed provides specialized care while using the latest research and technology to create a comprehensive individualized treatment plans. She treats patients the way she would treat her mother, sister or daughter. In addition to supporting her patients, Dr. Eshed also spends her personal time participating in charitable cancer-related organizations like the Flatwater Foundation and Wonders and Worries. Both organizations not only support the patient, but also family members, another crucial aspect of care.
Surgery Locations
- Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
- St. David's Medical Center
- St. David's North Austin Medical Center
Experience
Education
Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY
Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of California Davis, Sacramento, CA
Medical Doctorate
Albany Medical College, Albany, NY
Bachelor of Arts
Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH
Accolades
- Austin’s Top Doctors, Gynecologic Oncology, Austin Monthly (2021)
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Women’s Health, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin
- Conquer Cancer Foundation of American Society of Clinical Oncology Young Investigator Award grant recipient (2015)
- Flatwater Foundation board member (2020-present)
- Super Doctors Texas Rising Stars (2016-2018)
- Texas Oncology Austin Executive Committee member (2020-present)
- Texas Oncology Austin Marketing Committee member (2017-present)
- Women’s Health & Perinatal Professional Practice Committee member (2020-present)
- Wonders & Worries Board Member
Memberships
- American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Society of Gynecologic Oncology
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Conditions
Condition
Cervical Cancer
Specialized care for cervical cancer—advanced treatments and support from diagnosis through recovery, close to home.
Condition
Endometrial Cancer
Compassionate, advanced surgical care for endometrial cancer—focused on optimal outcomes and your well-being.
Condition
Gynecologic Cancer
Compassionate, advanced surgery and care for ovarian, uterine, cervical, and vulvar cancers.
Condition
Gynecologic Cancers
Compassionate surgical care for ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers—focused on your health and recovery.
Condition
Gynecologic Oncology
Compassionate surgical care for gynecologic cancers, offering advanced treatments and support every step of the way.
Condition
Ovarian Cancer
Specialized ovarian cancer care with advanced surgery, therapies, and ongoing support—close to home.
Condition
Uterine Cancer
From diagnosis to treatment, advanced uterine cancer care and support at every step.
Condition
Vaginal Cancer
Specialized surgical care for vaginal cancer—focused on effective treatment, comfort, and long-term wellness.
Services
Service
Complementary & Alternative Medicine
Guidance on acupuncture, massage, and nutrition to ease side effects and support your cancer treatment.
Service
High Risk Surveillance and Prevention
Monitors individuals at increased risk for disease, using screenings and interventions to detect and prevent health issues early.
Service
Advance Care Planning
Plan your care with confidence—compassionate guidance and tools to document your healthcare wishes.
Service
Diagnostic Imaging
Advanced PET/CT, MRI, and CT imaging for accurate cancer diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning.
Service
Diagnostic MR Imaging
Noninvasive imaging technique using magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed internal body images for diagnosis.
Service
Diagnostic PETCT Imaging
Combines PET and CT scans to detect cancer, assess organ function, and guide treatment by providing detailed images of body tissues.
Service
Diagnostic Xray
A diagnostic X-ray uses low-dose radiation to create images of internal body structures, aiding in the detection and monitoring of medical conditions.
Service
Laboratory Services
Fast, accurate results from onsite labs to guide diagnosis, treatment decisions, and ongoing cancer care.
Service
Intensity modulated radiation therapy IMRT
Advanced radiation technique that targets tumors precisely, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue and reducing side effects.
Service
Palliative Medicine
Compassionate symptom relief and supportive care—improving quality of life at any cancer stage.
Diagnosis
Bone Density
A bone density test measures bone strength and helps diagnose osteoporosis or assess fracture risk in adults and older individuals.
Diagnosis
Diagnostic CT Imaging
Noninvasive scan using X-rays and computers to create detailed cross-sectional images for diagnosing various medical conditions.
Treatment
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy with the latest medications, delivered by oncologists with decades of experience and a focus on minimizing side effects.
Treatment
Hormone Therapy
Targeted treatments that block or reduce hormones to slow the growth of hormone‑sensitive cancers.
Treatment
Immunotherapy
Boost your immune system to fight cancer with advanced immunotherapy, including CAR-T and checkpoint inhibitors.
Treatment
Infusion Therapy
Comfortable outpatient infusion care for cancer and chronic conditions—skilled teams with advanced safety protocols.
Treatment
Laparoscopic Surgery
Minimally invasive laparoscopy for cancer care—smaller incisions, faster recovery, and precise treatment.
Treatment
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Supportive pelvic floor therapy during cancer care—seamless access through integrated partnerships.
Treatment
Second Opinion Consultation
A second opinion consultation provides expert review of a diagnosis or treatment plan to ensure accuracy and explore alternative options.
Treatment
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
A minimally invasive procedure to identify and remove the first lymph node(s) cancer is likely to spread to, aiding in cancer staging and treatment.
Treatment
Brachytherapy Procedures
Internal radiation therapy using implanted radioactive sources to target and treat cancer with minimal impact on surrounding healthy tissue.
Treatment
Cystectomy
Bladder removal (cystectomy) for cancer—personalized surgical plans with compassionate, coordinated care.
Treatment
Fistula Repair
A surgical procedure to close abnormal connections between organs or tissues, restoring normal function and preventing infection.
Treatment
Gynecological HDR
High-dose-rate brachytherapy delivers targeted radiation to treat gynecological cancers, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
Treatment
High Dose Rate HDR Brachytherapy
A targeted internal radiation therapy delivering high doses to tumors while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissue.
Treatment
Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection
Surgical removal of lymph nodes in the groin to treat or prevent the spread of cancer, often used for melanoma or genital cancers.
Treatment
Lymphedema Management
Treatment focuses on reducing swelling, improving lymph flow, and preventing complications through therapy, exercise, and compression.
Treatment
Radical Excision of Metastatic Lesions
Surgical removal of cancerous tumors that have spread to other parts of the body to control disease and improve survival.
Treatment
Robotic Surgery
Robotic-assisted cancer surgery for precise treatment, minimal scarring, and quicker recovery across many cancer types.
Locations
Locations
Overview
About
Helen Dinkelspiel Eshed, M.D., is board certified in gynecologic oncology, obstetrics, and gynecology. Dr. Eshed specializes in gynecologic cancers including cervical, uterine or endometrial, ovarian, vulvar, and vaginal cancers as well as gestational trophoblastic disease. Her special interests include research to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. She also educates providers in the community on the newest statistics and advancements in gynecologic oncology treatment and care.
Dr. Eshed is actively involved in clinical trials to individualize patient care and improve patient outcomes and quality of life. She has authored more than a dozen peer-reviewed publications and presents lectures nationally and internationally on research in gynecologic cancers. She was the recipient of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Young Investigator Award grant for her research efforts in minimally invasive gynecologic cancer surgery.
Dr. Eshed provides specialized care while using the latest research and technology to create a comprehensive individualized treatment plans. She treats patients the way she would treat her mother, sister or daughter. In addition to supporting her patients, Dr. Eshed also spends her personal time participating in charitable cancer-related organizations like the Flatwater Foundation and Wonders and Worries. Both organizations not only support the patient, but also family members, another crucial aspect of care.
Surgery Locations
- Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
- St. David's Medical Center
- St. David's North Austin Medical Center
Experience
Education
Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY
Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of California Davis, Sacramento, CA
Medical Doctorate
Albany Medical College, Albany, NY
Bachelor of Arts
Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH
Accolades
- Austin’s Top Doctors, Gynecologic Oncology, Austin Monthly (2021)
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Women’s Health, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin
- Conquer Cancer Foundation of American Society of Clinical Oncology Young Investigator Award grant recipient (2015)
- Flatwater Foundation board member (2020-present)
- Super Doctors Texas Rising Stars (2016-2018)
- Texas Oncology Austin Executive Committee member (2020-present)
- Texas Oncology Austin Marketing Committee member (2017-present)
- Women’s Health & Perinatal Professional Practice Committee member (2020-present)
- Wonders & Worries Board Member
Memberships
- American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Society of Gynecologic Oncology
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Conditions
Condition
Cervical Cancer
Specialized care for cervical cancer—advanced treatments and support from diagnosis through recovery, close to home.
Condition
Endometrial Cancer
Compassionate, advanced surgical care for endometrial cancer—focused on optimal outcomes and your well-being.
Condition
Gynecologic Cancer
Compassionate, advanced surgery and care for ovarian, uterine, cervical, and vulvar cancers.
Condition
Gynecologic Cancers
Compassionate surgical care for ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers—focused on your health and recovery.
Condition
Gynecologic Oncology
Compassionate surgical care for gynecologic cancers, offering advanced treatments and support every step of the way.
Condition
Ovarian Cancer
Specialized ovarian cancer care with advanced surgery, therapies, and ongoing support—close to home.
Condition
Uterine Cancer
From diagnosis to treatment, advanced uterine cancer care and support at every step.
Condition
Vaginal Cancer
Specialized surgical care for vaginal cancer—focused on effective treatment, comfort, and long-term wellness.
Services
Service
Complementary & Alternative Medicine
Guidance on acupuncture, massage, and nutrition to ease side effects and support your cancer treatment.
Service
High Risk Surveillance and Prevention
Monitors individuals at increased risk for disease, using screenings and interventions to detect and prevent health issues early.
Service
Advance Care Planning
Plan your care with confidence—compassionate guidance and tools to document your healthcare wishes.
Service
Diagnostic Imaging
Advanced PET/CT, MRI, and CT imaging for accurate cancer diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning.
Service
Diagnostic MR Imaging
Noninvasive imaging technique using magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed internal body images for diagnosis.
Service
Diagnostic PETCT Imaging
Combines PET and CT scans to detect cancer, assess organ function, and guide treatment by providing detailed images of body tissues.
Service
Diagnostic Xray
A diagnostic X-ray uses low-dose radiation to create images of internal body structures, aiding in the detection and monitoring of medical conditions.
Service
Laboratory Services
Fast, accurate results from onsite labs to guide diagnosis, treatment decisions, and ongoing cancer care.
Service
Intensity modulated radiation therapy IMRT
Advanced radiation technique that targets tumors precisely, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue and reducing side effects.
Service
Palliative Medicine
Compassionate symptom relief and supportive care—improving quality of life at any cancer stage.
Diagnosis
Bone Density
A bone density test measures bone strength and helps diagnose osteoporosis or assess fracture risk in adults and older individuals.
Diagnosis
Diagnostic CT Imaging
Noninvasive scan using X-rays and computers to create detailed cross-sectional images for diagnosing various medical conditions.
Treatment
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy with the latest medications, delivered by oncologists with decades of experience and a focus on minimizing side effects.
Treatment
Hormone Therapy
Targeted treatments that block or reduce hormones to slow the growth of hormone‑sensitive cancers.
Treatment
Immunotherapy
Boost your immune system to fight cancer with advanced immunotherapy, including CAR-T and checkpoint inhibitors.
Treatment
Infusion Therapy
Comfortable outpatient infusion care for cancer and chronic conditions—skilled teams with advanced safety protocols.
Treatment
Laparoscopic Surgery
Minimally invasive laparoscopy for cancer care—smaller incisions, faster recovery, and precise treatment.
Treatment
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Supportive pelvic floor therapy during cancer care—seamless access through integrated partnerships.
Treatment
Second Opinion Consultation
A second opinion consultation provides expert review of a diagnosis or treatment plan to ensure accuracy and explore alternative options.
Treatment
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
A minimally invasive procedure to identify and remove the first lymph node(s) cancer is likely to spread to, aiding in cancer staging and treatment.
Treatment
Brachytherapy Procedures
Internal radiation therapy using implanted radioactive sources to target and treat cancer with minimal impact on surrounding healthy tissue.
Treatment
Cystectomy
Bladder removal (cystectomy) for cancer—personalized surgical plans with compassionate, coordinated care.
Treatment
Fistula Repair
A surgical procedure to close abnormal connections between organs or tissues, restoring normal function and preventing infection.
Treatment
Gynecological HDR
High-dose-rate brachytherapy delivers targeted radiation to treat gynecological cancers, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
Treatment
High Dose Rate HDR Brachytherapy
A targeted internal radiation therapy delivering high doses to tumors while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissue.
Treatment
Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection
Surgical removal of lymph nodes in the groin to treat or prevent the spread of cancer, often used for melanoma or genital cancers.
Treatment
Lymphedema Management
Treatment focuses on reducing swelling, improving lymph flow, and preventing complications through therapy, exercise, and compression.
Treatment
Radical Excision of Metastatic Lesions
Surgical removal of cancerous tumors that have spread to other parts of the body to control disease and improve survival.
Treatment
Robotic Surgery
Robotic-assisted cancer surgery for precise treatment, minimal scarring, and quicker recovery across many cancer types.
Locations
Locations
