Kirsti Ilona Weng Elder, MD

Internal Medicine

Kirsti Ilona Weng Elder is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Palo Alto, CA with over 41 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(650) 736-5211Palo Alto, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across CA can see Kirsti Ilona Weng Elder, MD in person in Palo Alto or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Tulane University School of Medicine (class of 1985), she has been practicing for over 41 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).

1 of 3,565 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in Palo Alto41+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 765dNPPES updated 2024-04-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

300 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304-2203

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
67%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Hypertension
65%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

Arthritis
38%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Osteoporosis
36%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

Diabetes
27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Ischemic Heart Disease
25%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Anxiety Disorders
24%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Chronic Kidney Disease
23%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1985

    Tulane University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Apr 17, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 41 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1985)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305-2200

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Kirsti Ilona Weng Elder

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Kirsti Ilona Weng Elder for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Palo Alto required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kirsti Ilona Weng Elder

Dr. Elder is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Palo Alto, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 736-5211.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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