Mark Elias, MD
My specialties:
- Obstetrics
- Obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN)
Professional interests:
- Laparoscopy
- Hysterectomy
- Comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology care
- Conception
- Infertility
- Normal and high-risk pregnancy
- Endometriosis
- Pelvic pain
- Incontinence
- Da vinci robotic surgery
I am a board-certified physician specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. My professional interests include general obstetrics and gynecology, robotic surgery, gynecologic surgery including laparoscopic surgery, and laparoscopic hysterectomy.
Best part of my work: I enjoy the lifelong relationships I have with my patients. It is rewarding to help solve a difficult problem or relieve bothersome symptoms. Helping to deliver a baby never gets old.
Why I became a physician: It is the perfect job for me because I enjoy science and working with people. I enjoy the problem-solving and detective work required.
How I spend my free time: Spending time with my four young children, outdoor activities-running, biking, cross-country skiing. I enjoy music and a good movie.
What patients say about me: I am told that I am approachable, non-judgmental and kind and make patients feel comfortable.
Practice philosophy: I will provide the education for you to make an informed and personalized decision about your care.
Credentials
- MD
Board-certified specialties
- Obstetrics
- Obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN)
Personal interests
- Biking
- Cross-country skiing
- Family activities
- Movies
- Music
- Outdoors
- Running
Educational institutions
- Rosalind Franklin University/Chicago Medical School
Memberships
- American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- Minnesota Medical Association
Residencies
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - San Francisco
Years of experience
- 29
Hospital affiliations
- Mercy Hospital
- Mercy Hospital – Unity Campus
- The Mother Baby Center at Mercy with Children's Minnesota
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Major health plans we participate in
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we participate in
- Medicaid/Medicare
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)