William J. Elias, MD | Charlottesville, VA | Neurosurgeon

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Dr. Elias is a neurosurgeon treating movement disorders like essential tremor and Parkinson's, epilepsy, and spasticity while using MR-guided focused ultrasound.

accepting new patients
3.8

24 Ratings
32 years of experience
25 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
11 written reviews
1 specialty
1 area of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

Had a good bedside manner
Flexible scheduling

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William Elias' Ratings and Reviews

3.8

24 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 17 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Had a good bedside manner: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Flexible scheduling: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Both the PA and the Doctor went to great lengths to explain the details of my medical complexities so that I could understand them and my options, including using medical models and imaging in the process.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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April 4th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Everyone that I spoke with was very concerned about my condition. Asked Questions concerning my overall health. Everyone was wonderful.

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December 19th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I ALREADY HAVE RECOMMENDED THEM.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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December 26th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Awesome.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

December 18th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Best doctor for my condition.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

October 23rd, 2024 | Source: Partner

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I felt that everything moved smoothly.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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July 13th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Good

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

July 4th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Good.

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

April 26th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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The doctor did a fantastic job. I am well pleased with his explanations and the treatments we agreed on.

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

March 29th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Hey Dr. Elias you have to remember me the worst patient in the world. First back surgery and then spinal surgery, You were the best I would never go to anyone other then you....Hope your family if good I believe you had twins.....

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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

Needs Improvement

June 20th, 2014

UVA Health General Neurosurgery and Spine Care Fontaine

415 Ray C Hunt Dr Fl 3Charlottesville, VA 22903

Tel: (434) 924-2203

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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UVA Health University Medical Center

1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908

Tel: (434) 924-3627

Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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UVA Health Outpatient Surgery Center

1204 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22903

Tel: (434) 982-6100

Mon5:30 am - 7:00 pm

Tue5:30 am - 7:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thu5:30 am - 7:00 pm

Fri5:30 am - 7:00 pm

SatClosed

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UVA Health Focused Ultrasound Center

337 Crispell Dr.Charlottesville, VA 22903

Tel: (434) 243-5377

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Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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William J Elias, MD	Dr. Avery L Buchholz, MD	Dr. Steven Alan Newman	Dr. Gavin J Maccleery
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Ophthalmology	Neurological Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.8 (24 Ratings)	3.3 (7 Ratings)	4.4 (23 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
32 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience	53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Charlottesville , VA	Falls Church , VA	Charlottesville , VA	Charlottesville , VA
Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine	Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health	Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Neurological Surgery

Neurology

William J Elias holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine in 2002 and University of Virginia Medical Center in 2001.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

William J Elias' NPI number is 1548339161.

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Where is William J Elias's office located?: William J Elias's office is located at 415 Ray C Hunt Dr Fl 3, Charlottesville, VA, 22903.
What languages does William J Elias speak?: William J Elias speaks English.
Which hospitals is William J Elias affiliated with?: William J Elias is affiliated with University Of Virginia Childrens Hospital.
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