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Dr. Michael Elder, DO

Dr. Michael Elder, DO

Family Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Elder, DO is a family medicine physician in Twin Falls, ID and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in 1992. He is affiliated with North Canyon Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Aspen Creek Family Medicine

1674 Canyon Plaza Dr Twin Falls, ID 83301
Telehealth available
(208) 735-3728

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Elder specializes in the areas of Family Practice & Family Practice/OMT. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Elder's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elder

3.8

31 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
65%
65%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
23%
23%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Brenda Fisher – Mar 28, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Meredith Norton – Apr 01, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Feb 21, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mike S – Aug 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
jhanns – Jul 30, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ray in Parker, CO – Mar 13, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Denise in Thornton – Jan 06, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
13 people found this helpful
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Bob Anjo in Parker, Co – Jan 19, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Michael Elder, DO, is a board-certified family medicine practitioner. He sees patients of all ages for general medical conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia and coronary artery disease, as well as all common acute conditions...read more

biography

Michael Elder, DO, is a board-certified family medicine practitioner. He sees patients of all ages for general medical conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia and coronary artery disease, as well as all common acute conditions...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • P/sl Medfical Center Family Medicine Residency

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • P/sl Medical Center, Denver, Colorado

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Western University Of Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific

    Medical School, 1992

  • Brigham Young University

    Undergraduate School, 1988
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians
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Family Practice†
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Family Practice/OMT
†Self designated 
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Locations

Aspen Creek Family Medicine

North Canyon Twin Falls Clinic1674 Canyon Plaza Dr Twin Falls, ID 83301
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  • Hours
    • Mon: closed
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • North Canyon Medical Center

    267 N Canyon Dr
    Gooding, ID 83330
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    94%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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