Summary

Dr. James Locher is a thoracic surgeon with 37 years of experience specializing in heart and vascular procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. His extensive career has focused on treating complex cardiovascular conditions and performing advanced cardiac surgical procedures.

Dr. Locher practices at multiple Saint Elizabeth Healthcare locations throughout Kentucky, including facilities in Edgewood, Florence, and Covington. He treats patients with coronary artery disease and focuses particularly on coronary artery disease in women and myocardial ischemia. His surgical expertise includes coronary artery bypass graft procedures, minimally-invasive heart surgery, and off-pump bypass surgery. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 37 years of experience
  • University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. James P Locher has 5 locations

Saint Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital

1 Medical Village DrEdgewood, KY 41017

Saint Elizabeth Healthcare Cardiac Surgery

711 MEDICAL VILLAGE DR STE 310EDGEWOOD, KY 41017
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Elizabeth Covington Hospital

1500 James Simpson Jr WayCovington, KY 41011

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Dr. James P Locher, MDDr. Rachel Anne BeaupreDr. Emily Rose WrightDr. Tamador Al Shamaileh
Thoracic SurgeryCardiovascular DiseaseThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
37 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Edgewood , KYCincinnati , OHCincinnati , OHCincinnati , OH
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James P Locher

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. James P Locher has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James P Locher has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. James P Locher holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

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 Louisville School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Locher's NPI number is 1841215597.

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Dr. James P Locher's office is located at 711 Medical Village Dr, Edgewood, KY, 41017.
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