Summary

Dr. Harold Bays is a board-certified endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism as well as internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine, where he also completed his residency training. With 42 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Bays has developed extensive expertise in treating complex metabolic conditions. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Bays practices at multiple Norton Healthcare locations throughout Louisville, Kentucky, including Norton Hospital, Norton Audubon Hospital, and Norton Children's Hospital. He focuses on treating various forms of diabetes, including Type 2 diabetes and diabetes management in older adults. His practice includes performing comprehensive metabolic assessments and specialized blood work to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Bays highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 42 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 21 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Harold Edward Bays has 4 locations

Bays Harold Office

3288 Illinois AveLouisville, KY 40213
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Norton Audubon Hospital

1 Audubon Plaza DrLouisville, KY 40217

Norton Hospital

200 E Chestnut StLouisville, KY 40202

Norton Childrens Hospital

231 E Chestnut StLouisville, KY 40202

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismPublic Health & General Preventive MedicineInfectious Disease
Accepts New Patients
42 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Louisville , KYRadcliff , KYLouisville , KYSellersburg , IN
Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Harold Edward Bays has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Harold Edward Bays has the following 21 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hormones
  • Hyperlipidemias
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypertriglyceridemia
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Lipid Metabolism Disorders
  • Metabolic Syndrome X
  • Obesity

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Louisville School Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Dr. Harold Bays is affiliated with Norton Hospital, Norton Audubon Hospital, and Norton Childrens Hospital.
Where is Dr. Harold Bays's office located?
Dr. Harold Bays's office is located at 3288 Illinois Ave, Louisville, KY, 40213.

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