Expertise in
12
conditions

Dr. William J. Elias

Neurosurgery
UVA Health General Neurosurgery And Spine Care Fontaine
415 Ray C Hunt Dr Fl 3, 
Charlottesville, VA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
12
conditions
UVA Health General Neurosurgery And Spine Care Fontaine
415 Ray C Hunt Dr Fl 3, 
Charlottesville, VA 

Overview

William Elias is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Dr. Elias is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Thalamotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 61 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Elias is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in VA

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Virginia Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • HMO
  • PPO
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  • HMO
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Locations

UVA Health General Neurosurgery and Spine Care Fontaine
415 Ray C Hunt Dr Fl 3, Charlottesville, VA 22903

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.

61 Total Publications

Stable insular spectral patterns underlie dynamic pain encoding in chronic neuropathic pain.
Stable insular spectral patterns underlie dynamic pain encoding in chronic neuropathic pain.
Journal: Brain communications
Published: March 16, 2026
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Charlottesville, VA 
 (2.7 miles away)
434-924-2203
Languages Spoken:
English
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. William J. Elias

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You can book an appointment with Dr. William J. Elias by calling their office at 434-924-2203. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. William J. Elias a top-rated expert for Thalamotomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William J. Elias is classified as an Elite expert for Thalamotomy, 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. William J. Elias specialize in?

While Dr. William J. Elias is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Thalamotomy, Essential Tremor, and Parkinson's Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. William J. Elias participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. William J. Elias has published 61 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thalamotomy. You can view a list of Dr. William J. Elias's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. William J. Elias accept my insurance?

Dr. William J. Elias accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 434-924-2203 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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