05/29/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/29/2026 13:22
Chan Soon-Shiong Medical Center at Windber (CSSMCW) is pleased to welcome Alexa Helsel, CRNP, to WindberCare Physicians.
As a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Helsel provides comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages. She joins the WindberCare Physicians team and will see patients at both the Richland office and the Community Care Center in Windber.
"I enjoy building meaningful relationships with my patients and caring for them throughout different stages of life," said Helsel. "Establishing trust, promoting wellness, and providing holistic, evidence-based care align closely with my commitment to patient-centered care."
Helsel earned her education through The Ohio State University and is certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. After years of bedside nursing experience, she advanced her career as a Nurse Practitioner to take a more active role in the diagnosis and management of patient care.
"My nursing background has helped me approach patients as whole individuals, with a focus on their unique needs, education, and health promotion," Helsel said. "Providing care is a responsibility I do not take lightly, and I am grateful for the trust my patients place in me."
WindberCare Physicians provides primary care services for patients of all ages, including preventive care, wellness visits, chronic disease management, and treatment for acute illnesses and injuries. Through its network of practices, WindberCare Physicians is committed to improving access to quality healthcare throughout the region.
To schedule an appointment with Helsel, patients may contact the WindberCare Physicians Richland office at 814-254-4207 or the Community Care Center at 814-467-3401.