Mahir Elder, M.D., Res. 02, Fel. '05 and '06

Dr. Mahir Elder is an Interventional cardiologist and has the expertise patients need to manage even the most complex heart conditions. At Heart & Vascular Institute in Dearborn, Detroit, and Southfield, Michigan, Dr. Elder specializes in minimally invasive procedures. His extensive medical background, including seven national board certifications, allows him to deliver exceptional care. 

Dr. Elder aims to treat each of his patients using the most advanced technology. He resolves a wide range of heart conditions with minimally invasive procedures, which often allow patients to recover more rapidly. 

At Heart & Vascular Institute, Dr. Elder aims to provide consistent, reliable care to patients throughout his community. He is known for responding to patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Dr. Elder also understands that health care coverage can play an important role in a patient's outcome. That's why he offers his services to both insured and uninsured patients. 

Dr. Elder graduated from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in Coral Gables, Florida. He then completed his residency at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, and two fellowships in cardiology and interventional cardiology at Detroit Medical Center. 

A recognized expert in the field of cardiology, Dr. Elder has developed many clinical trials. Over the years, he has also performed research on endovascular procedures and complex vascular cases. He serves as an assistant clinical professor of medicine at Wayne State University's School of Medicine and Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in East Lansing.

Dr. Elder is a highly requested speaker at international and national medical conferences. He was named Wayne State University School of Medicine's Teacher of the Year and Mentor of the Year, Crain's Healthcare Hero, Hour Magazine's Top Doctor, and has earned a People's Choice Award for Compassionate Doctor Recognition.