Expertise in
9
conditions
Expertise in
9
conditions
Yale University School Of Medicine
333 Cedar St, 
New Haven,, CT 

Overview

Robert Elder is a Pediatric Cardiologist in New Haven,, Connecticut. Dr. Elder is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Williams Syndrome, Ventricular Septal Defects, Thymectomy, and Heart Transplant.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 51 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Pediatric Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Hospital Affiliations

Yale-New Haven Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • POS
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  • INDEMNITY
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Medicaid
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Oscar
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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Locations

Yale University School of Medicine
333 Cedar St, New Haven,, CT 06510
Other Locations
Yale New Haven Hospital
20 York St, New Haven,, CT 06510

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert Elder

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Elder?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert Elder by calling their office at 203-785-2022. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Robert Elder a top-rated expert for Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert Elder is classified as an Distinguished expert for Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), 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. Robert Elder specialize in?

While Dr. Robert Elder is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Williams Syndrome, and Ventricular Septal Defects. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.

Does Dr. Robert Elder participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Robert Elder has published 51 articles and abstracts on conditions like Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). You can view a list of Dr. Robert Elder's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Robert Elder accept my insurance?

Dr. Robert Elder accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 203-785-2022 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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