About
Elizabeth Gifford grew up in rural Alabama and became the first in her family to attend college. She earned her medical degree with honors from the University of Alabama School of Medicine at Birmingham in 1998. She then completed a three-year family medicine residency at Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, New Jersey, one of the country's most established family practice training programs.
In 2001, Dr. Gifford joined a group practice affiliated with Beth Israel/Mt. Sinai in Manhattan's Gramercy Park neighborhood, where she spent a decade caring for patients. C. in 2010. She works collaboratively with her patients, focusing on quality of life and long-term wellness. Outside the office, she enjoys kayaking, bird watching, singing, swimming, and exploring botanical gardens with her family.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Alabama School of Medicine at Birmingham, MD with honors (1998)
Residency
Family Medicine, Hunterdon Medical Center, Flemington, New Jersey (3 years)
Who is Dr. Gifford right for?
Dr. Gifford is a strong fit for adults and children over five who value a long-term relationship with their physician. Patients who want a doctor they can reach directly for urgent concerns will find her practice a good match. She works well with patients focused on preventive care and sustained wellness. Those seeking an unhurried, collaborative approach to family medicine thrive under her care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gifford sees adults and children over five. She serves as a primary care physician and medical home for the whole family.
Dr. Gifford has practiced medicine since completing her residency in 2001. She spent a decade at a group practice affiliated with Beth Israel/Mt. Sinai in Manhattan before founding her Brooklyn practice in 2010.
Dr. Gifford earned her medical degree with honors from the University of Alabama School of Medicine at Birmingham in 1998. She completed a three-year family medicine residency at Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, New Jersey.
Dr. Gifford takes a collaborative approach, focusing on quality of life and long-term wellness. She views the patient relationship as a genuine partnership and works with each person to guide them toward better health.
Dr. Gifford provides patients with an emergency cell number for urgent concerns. Patients also reach her through a secure portal during regular hours.
Dr. Gifford holds office hours five days a week. She offers evening availability on Tuesdays for patients who need after-hours appointments.
Dr. Gifford currently operates a waitlist for new patients. Prospective patients can contact the practice to add their name to the list.
Dr. Gifford specializes in family medicine. She provides comprehensive primary care for adults and children over five in Brooklyn's Park Slope neighborhood.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026