Kevin E. Elder, MD

Dr. Kevin Elder is a trusted and respected sports medicine specialist caring for the Tampa, Florida community as part of BayCare Medical Group, where he sees patients age 8 and older. Dr. Elder attended the University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency in family medicine and a fellowship in sports medicine at Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, Florida. He is board certified in family medicine and sports medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Patients trust Dr. Elder's expertise because he consistently provides high quality care that leads to positive and lasting health outcomes. He has trained extensively in musculoskeletal ultrasound and regenerative medicine and has performed numerous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and cellular therapy/bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) injections. He is one of the most experienced doctors in the Tampa Bay area performing these types of procedures under MSK ultrasound guidance and has published articles in national journals on these topics. In addition, he has also published a book on these treatments, PRP: A Roadmap for Success.

Dr. Elder is a sought-after consultant, having worked with professional sports teams including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for 5 years as team physician, and currently is team physician with the US Ski Team and US Soccer Men’s National Team. He provides sports medicine consulting for the Tampa Bay Rowdies, Tampa Bay Rays, Tampa Bay Lightning and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Dr. Elder is uncompromising in his dedication to the well-being of his patients. He is committed to giving the best care and establishing long-lasting relationships with them. He speaks both English and Spanish.