Summary

Dr. Elena Sanders is a rheumatologist with 23 years of experience treating conditions affecting joints, muscles, and the immune system. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and has dedicated over two decades to helping patients manage complex rheumatic conditions. Dr. Sanders is fluent in both Russian and English, enabling her to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Sanders practices at Staten Island University Hospital in Staten Island, New York. She specializes in treating joint pain, hand pain, and rheumatoid arthritis. Her expertise includes coordinating physical therapy programs and performing specialized tests for autoimmune diseases and immune system disorders. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.1 stars, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate care and clinical expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 23 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Russian, English
  • Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Sanders Elena Office

400 Seaview AveStaten Island, NY 10305
MonClosed
Tue10:00 am - 4:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu10:00 am - 4:00 pm
FriClosed
Sat10:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

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23 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, English Speaks Spanish, Hebrew Speaks Hindi, Punjabi
Staten Island , NYNew York , NYForest Hills , NYFresh Meadows , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Yeshiva University Med School: Dayanand Medical College India
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Elena Sanders

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Elena Sanders has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Elena Sanders has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 2003

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Dr. Elena Sanders's office is located at 400 Seaview Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10305.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Elena Sanders affiliated with?
Dr. Elena Sanders is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital.

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