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Dr. John Elfar, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 50
Dr. John Elfar, MD
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Dr. John Elfar, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Hershey, PA.
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Dr. John Elfar, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 50
Hershey, PA
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22 years of experience
Dr. John Elfar, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Hershey, PA.

About

Dr. Elfar graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 2002 and completed a residency at University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry.Dr. John Elfar, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Hershey, PA and has 22 years experience. Dr. Elfar currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Banner-University Medical Center South, Banner University Medical Center Tucson and Milton S Hershey Medical Center. At present, Dr. Elfar received an average rating of 3.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 33 times. Dr. Elfar's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Elfar is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Limb Pain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Wrist Fracture
Limb Pain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Wrist Fracture
Limb Pain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Wrist Fracture
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dupuytrens Contracture
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Release
Neuroplasty
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Hip Pointer
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scapular Fracture
Scleroderma
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Torticollis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Peripheral Nerve Block
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna
  • Personal Choice PPO
  • Blue Preferred PPO
  • Dental
  • Cigna
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Blue Card PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • POMCO Group
  • KeyCare PPO
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Capital Blue Cross

Locations

  1. 1 Penn State Neuroscience Institute
    30 Hope Dr Ste 2400, Hershey, PA 17033
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (717) 531-5638
    Tuesday
    12:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 Banner University Medical Center ESRD
    1625 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (520) 694-0111
  3. 3 Strong Memorial Hospital PSYCH
    601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (585) 273-3157
  4. 4 Banner-University Medicine Orthopedics Clinic
    2800 E Ajo Way Ste 200, Tucson, AZ 85713
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (520) 694-8000

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elfar
3.4
Based on 33 Reviews
5 Stars (19)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (12)

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Sep 17, 2021
This is a great surgeon.
— Sep 17, 2021
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
General Hand Surgery
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • HARVARD Medical School
    2002
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry
    2007
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center
    2008
Fellowship Hospital
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Elfar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Elfar's profile.

Dr. John Elfar, MD is affiliated with Banner-University Medical Center South, Banner University Medical Center Tucson and Milton S Hershey Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. John Elfar, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Banner-University Medical Center South

    2800 E Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ

  • Banner University Medical Center Tucson

    1625 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ

  • Milton S Hershey Medical Center

    500 University Dr, Hershey, PA