Summary

Dr. Brian Ganzel specializes in cardiovascular disease with nearly five decades of experience serving patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine in Omaha and completed his residency training at both the University of Nebraska and the University of Louisville School of Medicine. Dr. Ganzel pursued advanced fellowship training in cardiovascular surgery at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and general surgery training as well. He holds board certification in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery from the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Ganzel practices at UofL Hospital and provides care at multiple locations throughout Louisville, Kentucky. His expertise includes treating complex aortic conditions such as thoracic aortic aneurysms and ascending aortic aneurysms. He performs specialized imaging procedures including CT scans of the chest and transcranial Doppler ultrasound to help diagnose cardiovascular conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 48 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Louisville School of Medicine Program
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Brian Ganzel has 3 locations

UofL Health – Rudd Center

201 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202

UofL Health – Jewish Hospital

200 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202

UofL Physicians – Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery

201 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 1200Louisville, KY 40202
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Brian Ganzel, MDJaclyn Rae DuganDr. Bassel Alkhalil, MDDr. Rohan Samson, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseNurse PractitionerCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
48 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Louisville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KY
Med School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Kilpauk Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brian Ganzel

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brian Ganzel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brian Ganzel has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Empyema
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Staphylococcal Infections (Staph Infection)
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Louisville School of Medicine Program
U Nebr
Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Surgery; Univ Of Ne Coll Of Med, General Surgery

Medical School

University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha NeGraduated in 1978
University of Nebraska College of MedicineGraduated in 1978

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Which hospitals is Dr. Brian Ganzel affiliated with?
Dr. Brian Ganzel is affiliated with Uofl Hospital.

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