Overview
Dr. Elafros graduated Phi Beta Kappa and with honors from Michigan State University in Human Biology and Spanish before completing a Masters of Arts in Bioethics. She then received her MD degree and PhD in Epidemiology from Michigan State University during which time she lived in Zambia for two years to complete her doctoral dissertation which examined the medical and psychosocial burden of HIV and epilepsy among adults in the capital city Lusaka. Dr. Elafros then completed a neurology residency at Johns Hopkins Hospitals, during which time she received an R25 from the National Institutes of Health which allowed her to return to Zambia to examine barriers to care for patients with meningitis. She then joined the University of Michigan for neuromuscular fellowship in 2020.Dr. Elafros provides longitudinal patient care through the outpatient neuromuscular clinic at the University of Michigan.
Dr. Elafros is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Diabetic Neuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, and Seizures.
Dr. Elafros is board certified in Neurology and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 51 peer reviewed articles.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 2 Room F2597, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melissa A. Elafros
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa A. Elafros?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melissa A. Elafros by calling their office at 734-936-9010. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melissa A. Elafros a top-rated expert for Peripheral Neuropathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa A. Elafros is classified as an Advanced expert for Peripheral Neuropathy, 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. Melissa A. Elafros specialize in?
While Dr. Melissa A. Elafros is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Peripheral Neuropathy, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Myasthenia Gravis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Melissa A. Elafros accept my insurance?
Dr. Melissa A. Elafros accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-936-9010 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Diabetic NeuropathyDr. Elafros isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Neuropathy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Elafros isAdvanced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Myasthenia GravisDr. Elafros isAdvanced. Learn about Myasthenia Gravis.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Elafros isAdvanced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- SeizuresDr. Elafros isAdvanced. Learn about Seizures.
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- Absence SeizureDr. Elafros isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Alexander DiseaseDr. Elafros isExperienced. Learn about Alexander Disease.
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Andersen-Tawil SyndromeDr. Elafros isExperienced. Learn about Andersen-Tawil Syndrome.
- CACH SyndromeDr. Elafros isExperienced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- CamptocormismDr. Elafros isExperienced. Learn about Camptocormism.