Lauren S. Elder, MD | Mandeville, LA | Family Physician

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Dr. Lauren Elder treats chronic kidney disease and kidney disease in her family medicine practice. She has practiced family medicine for 17 years and is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital East.

Dr. Elder earned her medical degree from LSU Health Sciences Center – Shreveport and completed her residency at Baton Rouge General Hospital in 2012. She sees patients in Mandeville, Louisiana. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Elder 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.4

14 Ratings
17 years of experience
33 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Baton Rouge General Hospital - GME
9 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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

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Lauren Solhjoo Elder's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

14 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Always pleased when visiting Dr.Elder. She is very thorough and takes time to explain things if you have any questions. Would highly recommend !

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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

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October 6th, 2022

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I always feel confident that Dr. Elder will give me expert medical care. She is friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. She takes time to listen to my concerns. Dr. Elder is an excellent doctor and I highly recommend her.

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 25th, 2022

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Dr Elder was thorough in her assessments. I was very pleased with her professionalism.

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 21st, 2022

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Dr Elder was friendly and very thorough.

June 19th, 2022

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Dr. Elder is great. Always spends time to answer any questions and concerns I might have. I have been going to her for the past 5 or 6 years and would highly recommend her and her staff for primary care physician!

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 27th, 2022

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Dr Elder was very helpful. She listened to all of my concerns and wanted to help get to the bottom of the problem. Most drs rush your visit but she was very patient and took her time.

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

February 27th, 2022

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Thorough as always

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

June 28th, 2021

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Dr Elder is very attentive and calm when she is with me and is helpful in keeping me healthy. So glad I found her.

April 30th, 2020

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Looking for NEW doctor who has time for me.

September 12th, 2018

Lauren Solhjoo Elder

3235 E Causeway ApproachMandeville, LA 70448

Tel: (985) 875-2828


Lauren Solhjoo Elder, MD	Ashley Keys Campbell, FNP	Dr. Michael Gray, MD	Erika Navarro, FNP-C, ENP-C
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (14 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.2 (6 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
17 Years of Experience		31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Mandeville , LA	Durham , NC	Annapolis , MD	Houston , TX
Med School: LSU Health Sciences Center - Shreveport		Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Family Medicine

Check-up
Contraception
Family Planning
Immunization
Influenza
Weight Loss
Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Lauren Solhjoo Elder holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Baton Rouge General Hospital - GME in 2012.

Medical School

Graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center - Shreveport in 2009.

NPI Number

Lauren Solhjoo Elder's NPI number is 1174766273.

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Which hospitals is Lauren Elder affiliated with?: Lauren Elder is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital East.
Does Lauren Elder accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Lauren Elder accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Lauren Elder's office located?: Lauren Elder's office is located at 3235 E Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA, 70448.
Does Lauren Elder accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Lauren Elder has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Lauren Elder accepting new patients?: Lauren Elder is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Lauren Elder's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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