Summary

Dr. Peter Elkin is an internal medicine physician with additional training in emergency medicine, bringing over four decades of medical experience to patient care. He completed his medical education at New York Medical College and pursued his residency training at Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary. His extensive background allows him to handle both routine internal medicine concerns and urgent medical situations. Dr. Elkin is multilingual, speaking Chinese, Spanish, French, and English to better serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Elkin practices at multiple locations throughout Buffalo, New York, including Buffalo General Medical Center, Sisters Of Charity Hospital, and Erie County Medical Center. He specializes in treating joint pain and back pain, including back discomfort during pregnancy. His treatment approach includes soft tissue injections and physical therapy to help patients manage pain and improve mobility. Patients consistently rate their experiences highly, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 41 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish, French, English
  • Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Peter Lewis Elkin has 3 locations

Sisters Of Charity Hospital

2157 Main StBuffalo, NY 14214

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4.8 
41 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Chinese, Spanish, French, English Speaks English Speaks English
Buffalo , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York City , NYHicksville , NY
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: ANDIZHAN STATE MEDICAL INSTITUTE Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Lewis Elkin

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Independent Health
  • Independent Health - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter Lewis Elkin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter Lewis Elkin has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary

Medical School

New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Peter Elkin speak?
Dr. Peter Elkin speaks Chinese, Spanish, French, and English.
Does Dr. Peter Elkin accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Peter Elkin accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Peter Elkin accepting new patients?
Dr. Peter Elkin has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Peter Elkin affiliated with?
Dr. Peter Elkin is affiliated with Erie County Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Peter Elkin's office located?
Dr. Peter Elkin's office is located at 100 High St, Buffalo, NY, 14203.

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