Summary

Dr. Glen Franklin specializes in surgery and brings extensive expertise to his practice in Louisville. He completed his residency training at the University of South Carolina in 1993, establishing a strong foundation in surgical care. Dr. Franklin maintains board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery, demonstrating his commitment to meeting the highest professional standards. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Franklin practices at Norton Children's Hospital and sees patients at UofL Physicians – General Surgery locations throughout Louisville, Kentucky. His surgical expertise includes treating puncture wounds, rib fractures, and second-degree burns. He performs specialized procedures such as therapeutic hypothermia and sedation when needed for patient care. Dr. Franklin also incorporates physical therapy into treatment plans to support patient recovery and healing.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of South Carolina
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Glen Franklin has 2 locations

UofL Physicians – General Surgery

401 E Chestnut St Unit 710Louisville, 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

UofL Physicians – General Surgery

550 S Jackson St # 2Louisville, KY 40202

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Glen Franklin

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - POS
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • MDwise
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Glen Franklin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Glen Franklin has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Cavity Inflammation (Peritonitis)
  • Abdominal Injuries
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Penetrating Wounds
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

Glen Franklin holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of South Carolina in 1993.

NPI Number

Glen Franklin's NPI number is 1124098462.

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Which hospitals is Glen Franklin affiliated with?
Glen Franklin is affiliated with Norton Childrens Hospital.
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What languages does Glen Franklin speak?
Glen Franklin speaks English.

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