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Dr. Mark Elkus, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 54
Dr. Mark Elkus, MD
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Dr. Mark Elkus, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Birmingham, AL.
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Dr. Mark Elkus, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 54
Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience
Dr. Mark Elkus, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Birmingham, AL.

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Dr. Elkus graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1997 and completed a residency at Campbell Clinic / University of Tennessee.Dr. Mark Elkus, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Birmingham, AL and has 27 years experience. Dr. Elkus currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham. Dr. Elkus has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Hip Sprain and Osteoarthritis of Hip among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Elkus received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 118 times. Dr. Elkus' office accepts new patients. Dr. Elkus is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Hip Sprain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Joint Pain
Hip Sprain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Joint Pain
Hip Sprain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Shoulder Dislocation
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Neck
Bunion
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Morton's Neuroma
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spina Bifida
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscectomy
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Orthopedic Group of Birmingham PC
    1400 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elkus
4.8
Based on 118 Reviews
5 Stars (113)
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1 Star (5)

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Dec 22, 2024
Was up and walking much sooner that I dreamed. Never finished the pain meds. Great job and a wonderful surgeon.
Michelle H. — Dec 22, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Tennessee College of Medicine
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • 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.

Internship

Internship
  • Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis
    1998
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Campbell Clinic / University of Tennessee
    2002
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Lenox Hill Hosp-NYU
    2003
Fellowship Hospital
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Does Dr. Elkus communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Elkus offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
29 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Elkus offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Elkus have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Elkus offer weekend visits?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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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. Mark Elkus, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Elkus' profile.

Dr. Elkus frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Hip Sprain and Osteoarthritis of Hip. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Mark Elkus, MD is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham.

Yes, Dr. Mark Elkus, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham

    810 Saint Vincents Dr, Birmingham, AL