Dr. Christopher L. Elder, MD | Spruce Pine, NC | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Christopher Elder treats chondrosis, shoulder osteoarthritis, and bursitis, and performs arthroscopic surgery, shoulder arthroscopic surgery, and hip arthroscopic surgery. He practices orthopedic surgery and has 29 years of experience. Dr. Elder speaks English and Spanish.

He completed his residency at the University of North Carolina Health System and is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Mission Hospital McDowell, Blue Ridge Regional Hospital, Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus, and Transylvania Regional Hospital. He sees patients in Spruce Pine and Asheville, North Carolina, and Marion, North Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Elder 4.43 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.4

49 Ratings
29 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of North Carolina Health System
34 written reviews
1 specialty
13 areas of expertise
5 hospital affiliations
6 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Elder's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

49 Ratings with 34 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (27) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Had a good bedside manner: (29) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (30) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (28) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (27) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
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Dr. Elder has done operations on both my shoulders and my hip. He is kind, thorough, concerned and offered alternatives if I didn't want surgery. I can't say how much I think of this man. Excellent Surgeon, and human being.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 11th, 2024

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Dr, Elder and his staff were very kind and answered all questions thoroughly! Dr. Elder did surgery on my knee in March and I am thrilled with the results!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

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May 26th, 2023

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I had a Labrum tear repair in January. Dr Elder did a remarkable job. He is very thorough and answered all my questions. Very direct and to the point. I highly recommend him and would definitely choose him for any future issues.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

May 4th, 2023

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Dr Elder has completed two rotator cuff surgeries for me and has done a terrific job! My family has used him on several other type of surgeries and has done a great job

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 7th, 2022

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Dr, Elder and his staff are professional, caring and thorough.

Did Well

Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 22nd, 2021

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Had surgery in Feb 2021 and doing great

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 25th, 2021

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Excellent experience with Dr. Elder. He took the time to see what was wrong with my knees and fixed them so I could be pain free and have my life back

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 4th, 2020

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I hold Dr. Christopher Elder with Asheville Orthopedic in the highest regards and confidence. Prior to seeing Dr. Elder, I had THR in left hip (by a different ortho surgeon). Immediately after the THR, I began having daily pain each time I would lift my leg. After three years of pain and seeing several ortho doctors with no solutions for my pain, Dr. Elder immediately diagnosed the origin of my pain. Dr. Elder corrected the IT band and psoas tendon surgically and I have had No More Pain! Thank you, Dr. Elder!

April 15th, 2020

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I had knee surgery and couldn't be happier with the results and the care Dr. Elder provided.

February 19th, 2020

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D.r Elder did shoulder surgery on me to repair rotator cuff, bicep, and laburnum tears. I am thrilled with my results. Dr. Elder is one of the most compassionate and thorough physicians I have ever met. He explains things in great detail that is easy to understand. His bedside manner is excellent, and he doesn't leave the room until you are completely satisfied that all of your questions have been asked and answered.

January 28th, 2020

Blue Ridge Regional Hospital

125 Hospital DrSpruce Pine, NC 28777

Tel: (828) 765-4201

Mission Hospital Memorial Campus

509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 213-1111

Asheville Orthopaedic Associates

1633 Sugar Hill RdMarion, NC 28752

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Mission Surgery Mcdowell

472 Rankin DrMarion, NC 28752

Tel: (828) 659-5700

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Mission Hospital Mcdowell

430 Rankin DrMarion, NC 28752

Tel: (828) 659-5000

Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus

428 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801

Tel: (828) 213-1111


Dr. Christopher L Elder, MD	Dr. Chris Hoedt, MD	Dr. David Joseph Casey, MD	Dr. John R Montz, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (49 Ratings)	5 (45 Ratings)	4.9 (53 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
29 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Spruce Pine , NC	New Bern , NC	Pinehurst , NC	Spruce Pine , NC
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School	Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Dr. Christopher L Elder holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of North Carolina Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Elder's NPI number is 1780687541.

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Dr. David Farrington Pope, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
41 Years Exp | Spruce Pine, NC
(11)
Dr. Jeffrey M Daily, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
40 Years Exp | Marion, NC
(11)
Dr. James Joseph Hoski, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
41 Years Exp | Spruce Pine, NC
(46)
Dr. Steven Robert Anderson, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
24 Years Exp | Boone, NC
(32)
Dr. Benjamin Raymond Parker, MD
Sports Medicine
15 Years Exp | Boone, NC
(2)
Dr. John David Deholl, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
55 Years Exp | Anderson, SC
(0)
Dr. Marvin Clark Vice, DO
Orthopedic Surgery
51 Years Exp | Mount Airy, NC
(10)
Dr. George Cameron Green, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
45 Years Exp | Marion, NC
(6)
Dr. Richard Dale Culpepper, MD
Sports Medicine
39 Years Exp | Asheville, NC
(34)

Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Elder affiliated with?: Dr. Christopher Elder is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Mission Hospital Mcdowell, Blue Ridge Regional Hospital, Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus, and Transylvania Regional Hospital Inc.
Where is Dr. Christopher Elder's office located?: Dr. Christopher Elder's office is located at 125 Hospital Dr, Spruce Pine, NC, 28777.
Does Dr. Christopher Elder accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Christopher Elder accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Christopher Elder speak?: Dr. Christopher Elder speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Christopher Elder accepting new patients?: Dr. Christopher Elder is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Christopher Elder's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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