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Dr. Thomas Ela, MD

Neurology* Age 66
Dr. Thomas Ela, MD
4.4 (29 Ratings)

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Dr. Thomas Ela, MD is a Neurologist in Fullerton, CA.
Dr. Thomas Ela, MD
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Dr. Thomas Ela, MD

Neurology* Age 66
Fullerton, CA
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Thomas Ela, MD is a Neurologist in Fullerton, CA.

About

Dr. Thomas Ela, MD is a Neurologist in Fullerton, CA and has 37 years experience. They graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 1987 and completed a residency at University of California Medical Center.They currently practice at Thomas Ela, MD and are affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center. Dr. Ela has experience treating conditions like All Headaches (incl. Migraine) and Headache among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ela received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 29 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Ela is board certified in Neurology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
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Traumatic Brain Injury
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Aural Migraine
Autonomic Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrovascular Disease
Cervical Stenosis
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Diabetic Polyneuropathy
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Diplopia
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Essential Tremor
Facial Nerve Disorder
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Migraine
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Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Parkinson's Disease
Radiculopathy
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Spinal Demyelination
Spinal Stenosis
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
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Visual Field Defects
EEG (Electroencephalogram)
Nerve Conduction Studies
Abducens Nerve Disorder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
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Anterior Horn Disease
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Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Balance Disorders
Bell's Palsy
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Benign Multiple Sclerosis
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Brain Disorders
Burning Mouth Syndrome
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Cervical Spine Myelopathy
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Chronic Neck Pain
Cluster Headache
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Embolic Stroke
Encephalomyelopathy
Fibromyalgia
Hereditary Amyloidosis
Herniated Disc
Huntington's Disease
Hydrocephalus
Hypertensive Encephalopathy
Hypothalamus Cancer
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Inflammatory and Toxic Neuropathy
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Ischemic Encephalopathy
Loss of Smell and Taste
Low Back Pain
Memory Loss
Meningiomas
Meningitis
Menstrual Migraine
Myasthenia Gravis
Myelitis
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Myelopathy
Myoclonus
Narcolepsy and Cataplexy
Neck Muscle Strain
Nerve Diseases
Nerve Pain
Neurological Diseases
Neuromuscular Diseases
Neuropathy
Neuropathy, Motor and Sensory
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Nystagmus
Ophthalmoplegic Migraine
Optic Neuritis
Parkinsonism
Parosmia
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Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinched Nerve
Pituitary Tumor
Polyneuropathy
Polyneuropathy Due to Alcohol and Drugs
Post-Concussion Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Postherpetic Neuralgia
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)
Pseudobulbar Affect
Rathke's Cleft Cyst
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica
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Seizure Disorders
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep Disorders
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sleep-Walking
Spastic Cerebral Palsy
Spina Bifida
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stiff-Man Syndrome
Tarlov Cyst
Temporal Arteritis
Tension Headache
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thrombosis
Tourette's Syndrome
Transverse Myelitis
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Tuberous Sclerosis
Vascular Dementia
Vascular Disease
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response Test
Compound Muscle Action Potential (CMAP) Scan
Deep Brain Stimulation Evaluation
Dementia Evaluation
Dementia or Depression Screening
Electrodiagnostic Procedure
EMG (Electromyography)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Evaluation for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
Evoked Potential Test
Functional Movement Screening
Grip and-or Muscle Group Pull Test
Head CT Scan
Home Sleep Study
ImPACT Testing
Memory Evaluation
Neurological Testing
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Peripheral NeuropathyTesting
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Sudoscan
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TCD Bubble Test
Wada Test

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Locations

  1. 1 Thomas Ela, MD
    2282 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ela
4.4
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Jun 07, 2023
Clearly, Dr. Ela cares very much about patients’ well-being, as he took the time to discuss and listen closely to every one of my concerns while providing expert care, which reassured me and made me thoroughly confident in his abilities. Furthermore, he is exceptionally knowledgeable and breaks down complex topics in a way that is easy for anyone to understand, so his many years of experience in this field are apparent in how he interacted with me and the high quality of service he provided. Therefore, I highly recommend Dr. Ela, as his expertise and the exemplary level of care that he and his office staff provide will not disappoint.
Patrick — Jun 07, 2023
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Specialties*
Neurology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
    1987
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital
    1988
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of California Medical Center
    1991
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
    1991
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Ela, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ela's profile.

Dr. Ela frequently treats the following conditions: All Headaches (incl. Migraine) and Headache. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Thomas Ela, MD is affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Ela, MD holds board certification in Neurology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Providence St. Jude Medical Center

    101 E Valencia Mesa Dr, Fullerton, CA