About
Dr. Elana Nudel Kripke is a board-certified internist with over two decades of clinical experience in primary care. She earned her undergraduate degree Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania's Annenberg School of Communications in 1984. She then completed her medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1989. Her internship took place at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, followed by a residency in Internal Medicine at The New York Hospital, Cornell Medicine Center in New York.
Dr. Kripke founded Main Line Internal Medicine in 2000 after practicing at major academic medical centers and community hospitals. She holds a Diplomate credential from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Castle Connolly named her a Top Doc every year from 2015 through 2024, and Philadelphia Magazine recognized her with the same honor in 2018. She speaks both English and Hebrew. Early in her career, she founded the MCP Domestic Violence Community Project and served as a clinical advisor for medical students from 1995 to 2000. She believes meaningful conversation with a patient carries the same diagnostic weight as lab work. She takes diet, sleep, exercise, relationships, and personal concerns into account when building each health plan.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Pennsylvania, Annenburg School of Communications, Bachelor of Arts, Communications, 1984, Magna Cum Laude
Medical School
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1989
Residency
Internal Medicine, The New York Hospital, Cornell Medicine Center, New York, NY, 1990-1992
Additional Training
Internship: Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, 1989-1990
Certifications
Languages
English, Hebrew
Who is Dr. Kripke right for?
Dr. Kripke is well suited for adults who want a physician involved in every layer of their care. Patients managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or high cholesterol benefit from her thorough, proactive approach. She works well with patients who value direct communication and want a doctor reachable after hours. Adults seeking both attentive preventive care and responsive treatment of acute illness find her practice a strong fit.
Similar Doctors Nearby
Dr. Christopher LucasDO
Diabetes, Hypertension, Coronary artery disease +5 more
Dr. Ann TillMD
chronic conditions, aging-related conditions
Dr. Leila ObeidMD
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kripke treats a broad range of adult health concerns, including chronic conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes. She also manages acute illnesses and coordinates care for complex cases requiring specialist involvement. Her clinical focus spans wellness, health maintenance, and disease management.
Dr. Kripke believes that meaningful conversation is as important as any diagnostic test. She takes a whole-person approach, incorporating diet, sleep, exercise habits, and personal circumstances into every health plan. She draws on both personal and clinical data to guide her recommendations.
Yes. Dr. Kripke makes herself available to patients during and after hours. Members can reach her by phone in the evenings and on weekends for urgent concerns.
Yes. Dr. Kripke visits patients admitted to Paoli Hospital. She also facilitates follow-up care after discharge to ensure continuity.
Dr. Kripke earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1989. She completed her internship at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia and her residency in Internal Medicine at The New York Hospital, Cornell Medicine Center in New York.
Yes. Dr. Kripke holds a Diplomate credential from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Yes. Castle Connolly named Dr. Kripke a Top Doc each year from 2015 through 2024. Philadelphia Magazine also recognized her as a Top Doc in 2018.
Yes. Dr. Kripke speaks both English and Hebrew.
Yes. Dr. Kripke and her staff coordinate tests, procedures, and specialist referrals directly. She maintains established relationships with a select group of medical and surgical specialists within and outside the Main Line Health system.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026