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Dr. Colby Elder is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgical treatments for chest, lung, and heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and has practiced for 9 years, focusing primarily on thoracic surgery with additional expertise in general surgery. His surgical training has equipped him to handle complex procedures involving the chest cavity and cardiovascular system.
Dr. Elder maintains hospital affiliations with University of Texas Medical Branch and North Kansas City Hospital, with practice locations in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Galveston, Texas, and North Kansas City, Missouri. He treats patients with coronary artery disease and heart muscle conditions that affect blood flow to the heart. His surgical expertise includes performing coronary artery bypass procedures to restore proper blood circulation. Dr. Elder also utilizes diagnostic imaging techniques such as chest X-rays and fluoroscopy to evaluate patients' conditions …and guide treatment decisions.
Read More Read less Dr. Elder maintains hospital affiliations with University of Texas Medical Branch and North Kansas City Hospital, with practice locations in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Galveston, Texas, and North Kansas City, Missouri. He treats patients with coronary artery disease and heart muscle conditions that affect blood flow to the heart. His surgical expertise includes performing coronary artery bypass procedures to restore proper blood circulation. Dr. Elder also utilizes diagnostic imaging techniques such as chest X-rays and fluoroscopy to evaluate patients' conditions …and guide treatment decisions.
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Quick Facts
- 9 years of experience
- 10 insurance plans accepted
- St Georges University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Colby Alan Elder has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Family Medicine |
| 9 Years of Experience | 55 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Harrisburg , PA | York , PA | Camp Hill , PA | Harrisburg , PA |
| Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | Med School: Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Colby Alan Elder
Medical Specialties
Dr. Colby Alan Elder has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Colby Alan Elder has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
9 Years Experience
Dr. Colby Alan Elder holds expired and inactive medical licenses in the states of Missouri and Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026 and an inactive medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2024.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from St Georges University School Of Medicine in 2017.
NPI Number
Dr. Elder's NPI number is 1538680772.
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- Dr. Colby Elder has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Colby Elder's office located?
- Dr. Colby Elder's office is located at 205 S Front St, Harrisburg, PA, 17104.
- Does Dr. Colby Elder accept my insurance?
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- Does Dr. Colby Elder accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Colby Elder has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Colby Elder affiliated with?
- Dr. Colby Elder is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch and North Kansas City Hospital.
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