Summary

Dr. John Olsofka treats obesity, pediatric obesity, and gastroparesis and has practiced surgery for 32 years. He is affiliated with UofL Health Shelbyville Hospital.

Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Olsofka trained at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and practices in Louisville, Kentucky.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 32 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Louisville School of Medicine Program
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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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32 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Louisville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KY
Med School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John Olsofka

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

John Olsofka has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

John Olsofka has the following area of expertise

  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

John Olsofka holds an expired medical license in the states of Kentucky and Indiana. 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 and an expired medical license in the state of Indiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Louisville School of Medicine Program, University Louisville School Of Med, and Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, General Surgery.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky in 1994 and University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

John Olsofka's NPI number is 1013919273.

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Where is John Olsofka's office located?
John Olsofka's office is located at 4402 Churchman Ave Ste 202, Louisville, KY, 40215.
Which hospitals is John Olsofka affiliated with?
John Olsofka is affiliated with Uofl Health Shelbyville Hospital.

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