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Dr. Thomas Ela, MD

Neurology
4.4 (28)
Map Pin Small Fullerton, CA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Thomas Ela, MD

Dr. Thomas Ela, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Fullerton, CA. They specialize in Neurology, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurology. They graduated from University Of California, San Diego, School Of Medicine and is affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center.

Dr. Ela works at Thomas W Ela MD in Fullerton, CA. They frequently treat conditions like All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Headache and Migraine along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Ela's Office Locations

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    Thomas W. Ela M.d. Inc.
    2282 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (714) 780-9770
    Monday
    9:00am - 6:00pm
    Tuesday
    9:00am - 6:00pm
    Thursday
    9:00am - 6:00pm
    Friday
    9:00am - 6:00pm

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  • Providence St. Jude Medical Center

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    Jul 29, 2020
    My husband had a stroke last year and is battling cancer this year and is experiencing TIA’s. Dr. Ela has been wonderful in explaining things to us about his conditions and he knows so much about not only neurology but how the entire body works together. He has recommended us to other specialists to get things checked out. In other words, he thinks out of the box and he cares about your entire health. We’re so grateful to him for the time and attention he gives us. We never feel rushed and by the end of each appointment we feel we have really learned a lot about my husband’s conditions. Can’t speak highly enough of him. Much better than any of the neurologists at St. Joes, I have been to 3 of them there personally and Dr. Ela is far superior in so many ways.. Dr. Ela is the only neurologist we will see now. When we mention to other doctors in the St. Jude system that Dr. Ela is our neurologist, they always say he’s the best...and we agree!
    Theresa Doyle — Jul 29, 2020
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    About Dr. Thomas Ela, MD

    Specialties
    • Neurology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 36 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1831184795
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mayo Clinic
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of California Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Scripps Mercy Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University Of California, San Diego, School Of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Cornell University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Neurology
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Thomas Ela, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Ela is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Ela has an average wait time of 10 – 15 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Ela has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Ela has seen patients for All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Headache and Migraine, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Ela on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    28 patients have reviewed Dr. Ela. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Ela.

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