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Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD

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Specializes in: Spine Surgery and Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

University of Michigan Medical School (1999)

Professional interests include: sports health, arthritis, cervical fusion, and more.

508 Medical Center Boulevard
Conroe, TX 77304

(281) 836-9020

Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD is a spine surgeon in Conroe, TX specializing in spine surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1999 and has 26 years of experience. Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare, SELECT PHYSICAL THERAPY TEXAS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, SURGICAL SPECIALISTS OF CONROE, PLLC and HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe.

Office Locations

Address:

508 Medical Center Boulevard
Conroe, TX 77304

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Biopsy

A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove a small sample of cells for testing. The cells are examined in a laboratory to check for disease, or sometimes to see how badly a known disease is affecting them. Biopsy can be performed on any part of the body.

Although biopsy is most often associated with cancer, it can also be used to check for other diseases, such as infections. A biopsy sample can be scraped, cut, collected with a needle, taken with a machine that punches out a tiny piece, or removed with the tiny tools in an endoscope.

In most cases, a biopsy is a simple outpatient procedure. Depending on the procedure, patients may need to stop taking certain medications beforehand, such as blood thinners. It is important for patients to tell doctors if they are pregnant, as certain biopsies require the use of x-rays to guide the needle to the right location. There is usually very little pain associated with a biopsy. Patients will have to wait a few days to hear the results.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)

Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.

Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.

After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	24
decompression surgery	41
doctor visit	543
minimally invasive procedures	24
nerve procedures	41
spinal procedures	75

**Gender**
Male	152
Female	214

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	302
Black	36
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	102
85 and over	22
Less than 65	104

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	33
Dementia	10
Cancer	8

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	22
decompression surgery	30
doctor visit	696
minimally invasive procedures	10
nerve procedures	30
spinal procedures	74

**Gender**
Male	175
Female	279

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	371
Black	50
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	178
From 75 to 84	124
85 and over	29
Less than 65	123

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	34
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	11
decompression surgery	30
doctor visit	514
implant surgery	12
minimally invasive procedures	34
nerve procedures	30
neurostimulator lead placement	35
neurostimulator replacement	12
spinal procedures	97

**Gender**
Male	256
Female	416

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	542
Black	76
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	250
From 75 to 84	182
85 and over	36
Less than 65	204

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	31
Dementia	7
Cancer	5

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	11
aspiration	13
decompression surgery	12
doctor visit	327
fracture surgery	12
hospital care	35
injections	13
inpatient care	35
lower extremity surgery	12
nerve procedures	12
spinal procedures	44
X-rays	23

**Gender**
Male	119
Female	186

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	258
Black	0
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	96
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	54
Less than 65	69

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	25
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	35
Dementia	27
Cancer	10

doctor visit	147
hospital care	17
inpatient care	17

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	81

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	16
Less than 65	29

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	41
Dementia	21
Cancer	10

aspiration	28
doctor visit	234
injections	28

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	98

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	147
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	12
Less than 65	27

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	33
Dementia	16
Cancer	0

aspiration	33
doctor visit	282
injections	33

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	117

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	167
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	99
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	13
Less than 65	38

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	34
Dementia	15
Cancer	9

aspiration	38
blood draw	11
doctor visit	217
injections	38
lab tests	11

**Gender**
Male	57
Female	102

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	141
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	77
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	15
Less than 65	15

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	31
Dementia	11
Cancer	9

aspiration	168
doctor visit	529
hospital care	33
injections	168
inpatient care	33
musculoskeletal imaging	70
spinal procedures	62
X-rays	140

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD treated as a spine surgeon in Conroe, TX were X-rays, spinal procedures, musculoskeletal imaging and aspiration.

arthrodesis (bone fusion surgery)	17
aspiration	56
blood draw	11
decompression surgery	28
doctor visit	391
fracture surgery	12
hospital care	28
implant surgery	12
injections	56
inpatient care	28
lab tests	11
lower extremity surgery	12
minimally invasive procedures	23
musculoskeletal imaging	70
nerve procedures	28
neurostimulator lead placement	35
neurostimulator replacement	12
spinal procedures	76
X-rays	83

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD.

**Gender**
Female	149
Male	94

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	17
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	192
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	2
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	19
75 to 84	67
Less than 65	60
65 to 74	96

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	11
Cancer	5

Education & Training

Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1999. He completed residency at Henry Ford Health System. He has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School (1999)

Residency: Henry Ford Health System (2004)

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

HCA Houston Healthcare

SELECT PHYSICAL THERAPY TEXAS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

SURGICAL SPECIALISTS OF CONROE, PLLC

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Alphatec Spine, Inc	$56,530 Arsenal $25,047	Arsenal CBx $14,690	Other - Miscellaneous $8,771	Illico $8,000	Arsenal Lab $22
Stryker Corporation	$6,589 Tritanium $1,900	ACCOLADE $1,745	XIA $968	Variax $562	T2 $355	Other $1,059
Amendia, Inc.	$3,438 Spinal Implant $3,438
Medinc of Texas	$3,253 $3,253
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$1,222 Spinal Cord Neurostimulation - Neuro $534	MazorX Renaissance $312	VECTRIS $167	MYSTIM $80	INTELLIS $70	Other $58
Other	$5,116 FORTILINK $795	iFuse Implant $540	BIOLOGIX Allograft Bone $493	Proclaim Family of SCS IPGs $376	FORTILINK-A IBF SYSTEM $250	Other $2,663

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$32,364
Royalty or License	$23,696
Travel and Lodging	$9,415
Food and Beverage	$7,246
Education	$3,184
Other	$242

Research Payments

Dr. Gregory Jay Elders, MD has received 8 research payments totaling $61,189.

Biography

Dr. Gregory Elders is a Conroe, TX physician who specializes in spine surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Before completing his residency at Henry Ford Health System, Dr. Elders attended medical school at the University of Michigan Medical School. His areas of expertise include laminectomy, women's health issues, and kyphoplasty (vertebral augmentation). Dr. Elders is professionally affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare.