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Dr. Jeffrey Elmer, MD

Dr. Jeffrey Elmer, MD

Internal Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Jeffrey Elmer, MD is an internist in Spokane, WA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp. and Providence Holy Family Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

104 W 5th Ave Ste 400W Spokane, WA 99204
Telehealth available
(509) 353-3960

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Elmer specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pulmonology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Elmer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elmer

3.2
19 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
47%
47%
4 star
5%
5%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
16%
16%
1 star
32%
32%

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Dr. Elmerb is down to earth, thorough, he takes time to explain and to document. He understands the insurance struggles and isn't afraid to go to bat for you. My favorite Narcolepsy Physician I Spokane. As long as he's in practice I wouldn't go to anyone else!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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A+ from a thankful patient – Jul 08, 2020
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a great doctor, explains every thing clearly
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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peter stout – Oct 23, 2019
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He is always attentive and kind. He has helped me deal with my sleep disorder!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Oct 02, 2019
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Dr. Elmer is an uncaring, arrogant person who listens to and cares about his patients about as well as a rock!
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
3 others found this helpful
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DB in none – Sep 02, 2018
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I saw Dr. Elmer for sleep apnea. I was forced by my wife who was tired of my snoring and believed I wasn’t always breathing well during my sleep. I don’t fit your typical stats for one who would have that issue (age, weight, neck size, etc). Dr. Elmer was very thorough in ensuring the proper diagnosis for me, it turns out I was experiencing sleep apnea. Now my wife and I are both sleeping better and I feel truly rested when I wake in the morning.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Kris Johnson in Spokane Valley , WA – Jul 16, 2018
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I would not recommend Dr. Elmer at all! He was flippant and arrogant.. He talked about removing my lung as if we were talking about a football game and at the end of the appointment said "Cool!" His "bedside manner" was appalling. I had just finished chemo and he showed no compassion as to how devastating his words were. He did not explain things well or in layman's terms and, to top it off, was wrong with the diagnosis and treatment! I could go on....
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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eastern – Nov 03, 2017
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Very competent, thorough communicates very well. I recommend Dr. Elmer to anyone. His staff are wonderful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Paul Lecoq in Spokane Wa – Feb 09, 2017
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He is a pleasant man when he actually shows up. He has cancelled 75% of my appointments due to vacations, and other scheduling issues. He just says copliant or non comliant with my clap not how to improve my sleep. He no longer seems vested in his practice.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
4 others found this helpful
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Flo in SPOKANE – Aug 31, 2016
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Long term patient. He has saved my life many times and truly cares.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Lance in Spokane – Mar 16, 2016
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Very knowlegeable but seems to have a hard time returning calls to his patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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spokane – Feb 27, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Jeffrey Elmer, MD is an internist in Spokane, WA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Pulmonology†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Spokane Respiratory Consultants PLLC104 W 5th Ave Ste 400W Spokane, WA 99204
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Holy Family Hospital

    5633 N Lidgerwood St
    Spokane, WA 99208
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp.

    101 W 8th Ave
    Spokane, WA 99204
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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