Dr. Elliot Francke M.D., Infectious Disease Specialist
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Dr. Elliot Francke M.D.

Infectious Disease Specialist | Infectious Disease

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825 Nicollet Mall Suite 701 Minneapolis Minnesota, 55402
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Elliot Francke, MD, FACP, works at Midwest Infectious Disease Consultants in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He specializes in infectious disease, including bacteria and parasitic diseases which may be highly contagious and require quarantine. In 2012, Dr. Francke was elected to the Minnesota Academy of Medicine for his success in the field. He is author of over 20 articles and does public speaking around the world on infectious disease.

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Education and Training

Northwestern University

Northwestern Uniiversity 1975

Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine 1975

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine- Internal Medicine

Infectious Disease

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Infectious Disease

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 49 years of experience
Dr. Elliot Francke M.D.
Dr. Elliot Francke M.D.'s Expert Contributions
  • Possible broken toe/foot?

    Thanks for the question. The picture doesn't include the foot. There is a risk of infection, and the question of rabies arises, as well as tetanus vaccine status. Please see your doctor. READ MORE

  • What could cause kidney pain after COVID?

    Thanks for the question. There are multiple possible causes for flank pain. Covid as a cause for isolated flank pain would be rare. Please see your doctor. READ MORE

  • Was it covid?

    Thanks for your question. It is possible, but there are other possibilities. You could, for example, have had a small lung embolism, another virus, or even a cardiac cause. Your doctor may investigate these and other causes. READ MORE

  • Covid-19?

    Thanks for the question. The recommendation remains vaccination 90 or more days after the acute infection, regardless of antibody level. The vaccine will serve two purposes: One, prolonging the immunity, because natural immunity from the infection itself will ultimately wane over time, and two, it will further boost that immunity. It is not yet clear if one or two doses of vaccine are needed in your case. READ MORE

  • Cat bite?

    Thanks for the question. Yes, get it checked out. There are bacteria that might have been introduced. Also, you want to be sure the cat is quarantined to be observed or checked for rabies. I presume you meant a TD vaccine. READ MORE

  • Should I be worried that my blood clots faster after having COVID?

    Also, there are reports of damaged blood vessels and increased clotting during post-covid, but I am not finding much data. READ MORE

  • Vaccine?

    The recommendation is 90 days after the positive test or onset of symptoms, so that the antibodies from the disease do not impair the vaccine response. Thanks for the question. READ MORE

  • 2 doses of AstraZeneca, should I now get a MRNA dose?

    Thanks for your question. No additional dose is recommended by the CDC, but if you have potential exposure to the new delta virus variant, you should consider that the Astra Zeneca vaccine is not adequately protective and ask your doctor for the mRNA vaccine. READ MORE

  • How long after I've tested positive for covid should I test again to make sure I am no longer contagious?

    Thanks for the question. You do not need to retest. You are no longer contagious 14 days after your symptoms began, or, if no symptoms, 14 days after the positive test. READ MORE

  • Tachycardia started by covid?

    Thanks for the question. This is a bit complex. I will start by saying your cardiologist will have alternative options to beta blockers. I think you have post-COVID syndrome, and may even have had an element of heart inflammation called myocarditis, but your doctor must make that diagnosis. It is also helpful that deep breathing mitigates the rapid heart beat. Here is a suggestion. Find a focal point to look at and concentrate on, then take slow, deep breaths in through the nose, out through the mouth. Also, avoid caffeine, decongestants, and other medications that can cause rapid heart beat. Exercise regularly, and you can even consider meditation. Avoid unnecessary stress. There is no guarantee these will help, but they might, and they can't hurt. I wish you well. READ MORE

  • Worried?

    Thanks for your question, HIV, Hepatitis, and other sexually transmitted diseases can be transmitted this way. If the source is not available to be tested, you should get tested for HIV, Hepatitis B and C now and at 1 and 3 months. Any symptoms should be followed by testing for gonorrhea and chlamydia, along with a syphilis screen. Please arrange this with your doctor. READ MORE

  • Getting a second Covid vaccination?

    Thanks for the question. First, she should request documentation from the site in Bangladesh. In the USA, we do not have the Astra Zeneca vaccine, and it is recommended by the CDC to use the same vaccine for later doses. The closest is the Johnson and Johnson vaccine. If she must have it for travel, rather than just obtaining documentation, then she can find a nearby vaccine site online. No one knows the safety of a third injection, but it is likely safe. READ MORE

  • Covid-19 vaccine?

    Thanks for the question. See your doctor. The contents of the vaccine are not likely the problem, but the shot itself can hit a nerve or cause a sterile abscess (collection of inflammation). I wish you the best. READ MORE

  • How long does a rabbis vaccine last?

    Post-exposure rabies vaccine lasts up to 2 years. Thanks for the question. You don't need it if the puppies are tame and friendly and the owner is watching to be sure they remain healthy. READ MORE

  • Allergies?

    Thanks for your question. The CDC does not recommend vaccinating anyone with severe allergic reactions to other vaccines. Check with your doctor as well. READ MORE

  • Persistent cough from COVID?

    Thanks for the question. Unfortunately, the cough can last weeks or more. Use conventional cough medication, or, if severe, ask your doctor for prescription medication. READ MORE

  • Can I get an additional vaccine?

    Thanks for the question. No booster is needed per the CDC, but if the cruise line requires it, you can request an additional shot if your doctor would allow. It is safe, except for the same side effects of the original vaccine. I would not advise switching to the vaccine of a company different from the original vaccine you received. READ MORE

  • Still infected with Syphilis?

    Thanks for your question. A fourfold drop in RPR or VDRL is an indication of successful treatment. The one dilution rise later does not indicate failure, but should be repeated in four weeks. If the trend is upward, it is possible that it indicates reinfection, and should be repeated. Positive tests remain positive for life, even after successful treatment. Sorry for your illness. If you have not been tested for other STDs and HIV, you should be tested. Protection is always suggested for encounters, with rare exceptions you can discuss with your doctor. READ MORE

  • S1 protein and the Blood Brain Barrier?

    Thanks for the question. In fact, it does cross the blood brain barrier, but to date causes no ill effects. Lots of proteins cross the barrier, including whole viruses. But the central nervous system symptoms of the whole virus, other than transient fatigue of 2 days, do not occur with the S1 alone. READ MORE

  • Covid shot side effect, 2 weeks later?

    This is not due to the contents of the vaccine unless you are allergic to them. More likely, the injection itself hit a nerve, or caused a sterile area of inflammation. Discuss with your doctor, because if allergic, you would hold the second shot. Thanks for the question. READ MORE

Expert Publications

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Areas of expertise and specialization

Infectious Disease

Awards

  • Elected to Minnesota Academy of Medicine, 2012   

Fellowships

  • Columbia University (Infectious Disease)

Professional Society Memberships

  • Infectious Disease Society of America, American Society of Microbiology

Articles and Publications

  • 21 Articles

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Hard Work, Staying Current in Treatment and Procedure, Incredible Support of his Wife

Hobbies / Sports

  • Music, Theater, Writing

Favorite professional publications

  • New England Journal of Medicine, Clinical Infectious Diseases

Dr. Elliot Francke M.D.'s Practice location

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Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
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Dr. Elliot Francke M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 6 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Infectious Disease Specialist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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