Summary

Dr. Howard Elkin has practiced internal medicine and cardiology for 47 years, treating high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease. He performs dobutamine stress echocardiograms, Doppler echocardiograms, and electrocardiograms, and is affiliated with PIH Health Hospital Whittier.

Dr. Elkin earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center. He sees patients in Whittier and Santa Monica, California, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Elkin 4.08 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 47 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Howard Keith Elkin has 8 locations

Heart Wise Fitness And Longevity Center

8038 Painter AveWhittier, CA 90602
Mon10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Howard Keith Elkin Md

8038 Painter Ave Ste 204Whittier, CA 90602

Downey Regional Medical Center

11500 Brookshire AveDowney, CA 90241

Barlow Respiratory Hospital At Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital

12401 Washington BlvdWhittier, CA 90602

Whittier Hospital Medical Center

9080 Colima RdWhittier, CA 90605

Heart Wise Fitness And Longevity Center

1448 15th StSanta Monica, CA 90404
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Santa Monica Medical Center

1250 16th StSanta Monica, CA 90404

Providence Saint Johns Health Center

2121 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404

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47 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
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Whittier , CAMontebello , CACosta Mesa , CAUpland , CA
Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Keith Elkin

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Howard Keith Elkin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Howard Keith Elkin has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiology
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Elkin's NPI number is 1821022864.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Howard Elkin's office located?
Dr. Howard Elkin's office is located at 8038 Painter Ave, Whittier, CA, 90602.
What languages does Dr. Howard Elkin speak?
Dr. Howard Elkin speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Howard Elkin accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Howard Elkin accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Howard Elkin accepting new patients?
Dr. Howard Elkin is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Howard Elkin's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Elkin affiliated with?
Dr. Howard Elkin is affiliated with Pih Health Hospital Whittier.

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