Summary

Dr. Joel Garmon is a surgeon with over four decades of experience serving patients in Louisville, Kentucky. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and maintains board certification in surgery through the American Board of Surgery. His extensive 41-year career has focused on general surgical care, and he communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Garmon practices at UofL Health Shelbyville Hospital and sees patients at multiple Louisville locations including UofL Physicians – Louisville Surgical Associates and UofL Health – Mary & Elizabeth Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis. His surgical expertise includes performing procedures that involve sedation, pathology testing, and CT scan imaging. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 41 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Joel Garmon has 2 locations

UofL Physicians – Louisville Surgical Associates

4402 Churchman Ave Ste 202Louisville, KY 40215
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Accepts New Patients
4.7 
41 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Louisville , KYPaintsville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KY
Med School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joel Garmon

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • 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)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Joel Garmon has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Joel Garmon has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Other Specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Joel Garmon 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

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans in 1985 and University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky in 1985.

NPI Number

Joel Garmon's NPI number is 1164424321.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Joel Garmon?
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Is Joel Garmon accepting new patients?
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What languages does Joel Garmon speak?
Joel Garmon speaks English.
Does Joel Garmon accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Joel Garmon accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Joel Garmon's office located?
Joel Garmon's office is located at 4402 Churchman Ave Ste 202, Louisville, KY, 40215.

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