Overview
Luke Elms, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon who joined Orlando Health Medical Group in 2015. Dr. Elms grew up in Oklahoma and earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Oklahoma City University before earning his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine where, he was awarded The Oklahoma City Surgical Society Award. He completed his general surgery residency at Orlando Health, where he served as the administrative chief resident during his final year and was awarded the Academic Achievement Award. Dr. Elms currently serves as a surgeon for the Orlando Health Complex Hernia Center. Dr. Elms has participated in numerous research projects and presentations during college and residency. He co-authored a paper entitled: “Causes of Small Bowel Obstruction After Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: A Review of 2,395 Cases at a Single Institution that was published in the journal, Surgical Endoscopy. In addition to being board certified in general surgery, Dr. Elms also has certification in robotic surgery. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, ACS Florida Chapter, and Florida Medical Association. He has particular interest in minimally invasive surgery and robotic surgery. He serves as teaching faculty to the general surgery residency program at Orlando Health.
Dr. Elms is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.
Dr. Elms is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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1001 E. Osceola Pkwy., Suite 260, Kissimmee, FL 34744
9430 Turkey Lake Rd., Suite 114, Orlando, FL 32819
10155 Dowden Rd., Suite 201, Orlando, FL 32832
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Luke M. Elms
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Luke M. Elms?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Luke M. Elms by calling their office at 407-354-1202. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Luke M. Elms a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Luke M. Elms is classified as an Advanced expert for Hernia, 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. Luke M. Elms specialize in?
While Dr. Luke M. Elms is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Luke M. Elms participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Luke M. Elms has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Luke M. Elms's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Luke M. Elms accept my insurance?
Dr. Luke M. Elms accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 407-354-1202 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- HerniaDr. Elms isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Elms isAdvanced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
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- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Elms isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- CellulitisDr. Elms isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Elms isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Elms isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Elms isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Elms isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.