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Summary
Dr. James Elder is a surgeon who brings two decades of experience to his practice in Boise, Idaho. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences and has dedicated his career to surgical care. Dr. Elder is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Elder practices at multiple St. Luke's locations throughout the Boise area, including St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, Treasure Valley Hospital, St. Luke's Meridian Medical Center, and St. Luke's Children's Hospital. His expertise includes treating conditions such as obesity, abdominal pain, and diverticular disease. He performs procedures including colonoscopy and lower GI endoscopy to help diagnose and treat digestive system concerns.
Dr. Elder practices at multiple St. Luke's locations throughout the Boise area, including St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, Treasure Valley Hospital, St. Luke's Meridian Medical Center, and St. Luke's Children's Hospital. His expertise includes treating conditions such as obesity, abdominal pain, and diverticular disease. He performs procedures including colonoscopy and lower GI endoscopy to help diagnose and treat digestive system concerns.
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Quick Facts
- 20 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Norman Elder has 2 locationsSt Lukes Clinic Acute Care And General Surgery Boise
100 E Warm Springs Ave Ste BBoise, ID 83712 Tel: (208) 381-6930
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| 20 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 51 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Boise , ID | Nampa , ID | Boise , ID | Boise , ID |
| Med School: University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Norman Elder
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Norman Elder has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Norman Elder has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Dr. James Norman Elder holds an expired medical license in the state of Idaho.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Idaho that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 2006.
NPI Number
Dr. Elder's NPI number is 1609926740.
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- Where is Dr. James Elder's office located?
- Dr. James Elder's office is located at 100 E Warm Springs Ave Ste B, Boise, ID, 83712.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. James Elder affiliated with?
- Dr. James Elder is affiliated with St Lukes Boise Medical Center, Treasure Valley Hospital, St Lukes Meridian Medical Center, and St Lukes Childrens Hospital.
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