4.5
40 Ratings with 14 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Brian Kern is an orthopedic surgeon with 23 years of experience treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He earned his medical degree from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. Dr. Kern provides care in English for patients throughout the region.
Dr. Kern practices at Mercy Health - Western Kentucky Orthopedics in Paducah, Kentucky, where he is affiliated with Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital. He specializes in treating osteoarthritis and joint pain, helping patients manage these common conditions that can significantly impact daily activities. His practice includes coordinating physical therapy programs and utilizing diagnostic blood work to provide comprehensive orthopedic care. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Kern practices at Mercy Health - Western Kentucky Orthopedics in Paducah, Kentucky, where he is affiliated with Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital. He specializes in treating osteoarthritis and joint pain, helping patients manage these common conditions that can significantly impact daily activities. His practice includes coordinating physical therapy programs and utilizing diagnostic blood work to provide comprehensive orthopedic care. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 23 years of experience
- 48 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery
- 14 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Mercy Health - Western Kentucky Orthopedics
200 Clint Hill BlvdPaducah, KY 42001 Tel: (270) 442-9461
Mon7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Nurse Practitioner | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 23 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | |
| Paducah , KY | Mayfield , KY | Paducah , KY | Paducah , KY |
| Med School: Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville | Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Brian S Kern
Medical Specialties
Brian S Kern has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Brian S Kern has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
23 Years Experience
Brian S Kern holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Illinois and Kentucky.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery.
Medical School
Graduated from Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville in 2003 and Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il in 2003.
NPI Number
Brian S Kern's NPI number is 1124231824.
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