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Dr. Melissa E Elder MD, Rheumatologist (Pediatric)
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Dr. Melissa E Elder MD

Rheumatologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Rheumatology

3/5(19)
1600 SW Archer Rd Gainesville FL, 32610
Rating

3/5

About

Dr. Melissa Elder practices Pediatric Rheumatology in Gainesville, FL. Pediatric rheumatologists treat child patients who suffer from pain in the musculoskeletal system, have symptoms of arthritis, or an autoimmune disorder. Dr. Elder evaluates and treats a variety of joint, muscle, and bone disorders; including autoimmune disorders, such as lupus, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, Kawasaki disease, post-infectious arthritis, chronic vasculitis, and inflammatory disorders of the muscle, eye, or other organs. Dr. Elder also is trained in the evaluation of prolonged fever, unexplained complaints of chronic musculoskeletal pain, weakness, poor appetite, fatigue, and/or loss of function or skills.

Education and Training

University of Florida College of Medicine 1986

Board Certification

DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 31 years of experience

Treatments

  • Wegener's Granulomatosis, Dermatomyositis, Scleroderma And More
  • Psoriasis
  • Uveitis
  • Immunodeficiency
  • Lupus
  • Scleroderma
  • Pain
  • Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
  • Dermatomyositis

Fellowships

  • University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, San Francisco, CA    1992

Dr. Melissa E Elder MD's Practice location

Practice At 1600 SW Archer Rd

1600 SW Archer Rd -
Gainesville, FL 32610
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New patients: 352-475-5948, 352-392-2961
Fax: 352-392-0481

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Patient Experience with Dr. Elder


3.0

Based on 19 reviews

Dr. Melissa E Elder MD has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 19 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist (Pediatric) in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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UF HEALTH SHANDS HOSPITALl

1600 SW ARCHER RD GAINESVILLE FL 32610

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NORTH FLORIDA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERl

6500 NEWBERRY RD GAINESVILLE FL 32605

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