Expertise in
2
conditions

Dr. Eric Elster

General Surgery
Wrnmmcb
8901 Wisconsin Ave, 
Bethesda, MD 
Expertise in
2
conditions
Wrnmmcb
8901 Wisconsin Ave, 
Bethesda, MD 

Overview

Eric Elster is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland.

Dr. Elster is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ear Barotrauma, Traumatic Brain Injury, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Tissue Biopsy, and Colostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 188 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Transplant Surgery in VA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

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8901 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20889

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

188 Total Publications

Training the Military Surgical Resident for Tomorrow's War: A Military-Unique Curriculum at the Uniformed Services University and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Training the Military Surgical Resident for Tomorrow's War: A Military-Unique Curriculum at the Uniformed Services University and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Journal: Military medicine
Published: June 23, 2026
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5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1455, 
Chevy Chase, MD 
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301-656-8630
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric Elster

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Elster?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric Elster by calling their office at 301-319-8632. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Eric Elster a top-rated expert for Ear Barotrauma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric Elster is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ear Barotrauma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Eric Elster specialize in?

While Dr. Eric Elster is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ear Barotrauma, Tissue Biopsy, and Colostomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Eric Elster participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Eric Elster has published 188 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ear Barotrauma. You can view a list of Dr. Eric Elster's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Eric Elster accept my insurance?

Dr. Eric Elster accepts most major insurance plans, including UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 301-319-8632 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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