Dr. Igor ElmanDO
Internal Medicine
at Igor Elman, DO — Emerson, NJ
About
Igor Elman, DO, is a board-certified internal medicine physician practicing concierge primary care in Emerson, NJ. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Brandeis University in 2007 and his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012. He completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in Atlantic City, NJ, earning the Best Resident Customer Experience Award in 2013.
Before transitioning to outpatient care, Dr. Elman spent four years as a full-time hospitalist at St. Francis Hospital in Roslyn, NY, a high-volume cardiac center on Long Island. There he served as lead attending physician, coordinating patient care plans with specialists across the hospital. He maintains admitting privileges at Montefiore Nyack Hospital and holds dual certification through the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Elman is passionate about cardiovascular prevention, advanced cancer detection, and weight management. He sees patients in English, Russian, and Spanish.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Brandeis University, Bachelor of Science, Biology, 2007
Medical School
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine, 2012
Residency
Internal Medicine, AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City, NJ, 2013-2015
Additional Training
Internship, AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City, NJ, 2012-2013
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish, Russian
Who is Dr. Elman right for?
Dr. Elman suits adults who want a prevention-focused primary care physician with deep diagnostic capabilities. Patients with cardiovascular risk benefit from his carotid artery wall ultrasound and advanced screening tools. Those managing weight or considering GLP1 therapy will find a physician with direct clinical experience in that area. Dr. Elman also serves patients navigating complex care who value a physician with active hospital affiliations and specialist coordination experience. He communicates in English, Russian, and Spanish, which broadens his accessibility across the community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Elman specializes in internal medicine with a strong focus on preventive care. He manages cardiovascular risk, chronic conditions, and weight-related concerns. He also offers advanced cancer screening and monitors patients with complex medical histories.
Yes. Dr. Elman holds dual board certification through both the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. He also maintains certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support, and the NIH Stroke Scale.
Dr. Elman earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012. He completed his internship and internal medicine residency at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in Atlantic City, NJ.
Dr. Elman spent four years as a full-time hospitalist at St. Francis Hospital in Roslyn, NY. That facility is a high-volume cardiac center on Long Island. He served as lead attending physician, coordinating patient care plans alongside other medical specialists.
Yes. Dr. Elman offers genetic cancer screenings and multi-cancer detection testing as part of his advanced prevention services. These options carry an additional fee beyond the standard MDVIP Wellness Program.
Dr. Elman emphasizes dietary and exercise lifestyle changes as the foundation of weight management. He also brings direct clinical experience with GLP1 medications for patients seeking medically supervised weight loss.
Dr. Elman conducts appointments in English, Russian, and Spanish. This allows him to serve a broad range of patients in the Emerson, NJ area.
Yes. Dr. Elman maintains admitting privileges at Montefiore Nyack Hospital in Nyack, New York. He also holds affiliations with St. Francis Hospital, Long Island Community Hospital, and Valley Hospital.
The carotid artery wall ultrasound, known as CIMT, is an imaging test that can detect soft and intermediate plaque in the blood vessels. Dr. Elman uses this tool as part of his cardiovascular prevention work. It goes beyond what standard primary care screenings typically include.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026