Dr. Donald Elder MD
Family Practitioner
53-3925 Akoni Pule Highway Kohala Family Health Kapaau HI, 96755About
Dr. Donald Elder is a family practitioner practicing in Kapaau, HI. Dr. Elder specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Elder possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In 1978
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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