Dr. James Norman Elder, MD

Dr. James Elder is a surgeon with two decades of experience serving patients in Boise, Idaho. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences and has built his career focusing on surgical care. Dr. Elder is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Elder practices at St. Lukes Boise Medical Center and provides care through St. Lukes Clinic Acute Care And General Surgery in Boise. He specializes in treating conditions such as obesity, abdominal pain, and diverticular disease. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies, often utilizing sedation techniques to ensure patient comfort during these important diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.