Summary

Dr. Smith specializes in orthopaedic sports medicine and athletic-related injuries. He completed his fellowship training at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles, California; this intensive training and research program is one of the country's largest and most respected sports medicine fellowship programs.

He was on the medical staff of the LA Lakers, LA Dodgers, USC Football Team, adn numerous other collegiate and high school sports teams. He has published numberous research papers, abstracts, and has made presentations relating to the advancement of arthroscopic surgery in sports medicine.

Dr. Smith is a native of Kentucky, earning his undergraduate degree at Western Kentucky University and attended the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Rochester in New York, and then completed his orthopaedic sprots medicine fellowship. He is board eligible in orthopaedic surgery and is a member of many national, state, and local medical societies.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 25 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine
  • 21 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Aptiva Health

3615 Newburg RdLouisville, KY 40218
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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Accepts New Patients
4.6 
25 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
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Speaks English
Louisville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KY
Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. James Steven Smith has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Steven Smith has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rotator Cuff Problem (Shoulder Impingement Syndrome)
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated in 2001

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. James Smith speak?
Dr. James Smith speaks English.
Where is Dr. James Smith's office located?
Dr. James Smith's office is located at 3615 Newburg Rd, Louisville, KY, 40218.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Smith affiliated with?
Dr. James Smith is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville.
Does Dr. James Smith accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. James Smith accepting new patients?
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