Dr. Rudy J. Ellis, MD | Louisville, KY | Sports Medicine Physician

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Dr. Ellis graduated from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1977. He works in Louisville, KY and 1 other location and specializes in Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Ellis is affiliated with Norton Clark Hospital.

accepting new patients
4.7

31 Ratings
49 years of experience
22 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Sports Medicine Fellowship - University of Oklahoma
23 written reviews
2 specialties
15 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Ellis' Ratings and Reviews

4.7

31 Ratings with 23 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (22) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (23) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Dr. Ellis is always very friendly and concerned about my problems. He truly listens to all I have to say about my issues. Then he knowledgeably explains the problem , plan of treatment and follows through with answers to any questions I have.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 30th, 2025

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Dr Ellis is very good, thorough and explains everything. I have had very good results with my knee issues. The staff is prompt and all very nice. He has treated family members over the years with perfect outcomes.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 14th, 2025

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Dr. Ellis was great, very knowledgeable, personable, and efficient.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 30th, 2025

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Dr. Ellis was friendly and informative. After examination, got x-rays and Rx for inflammation. Office staff was efficient. Will return for follow up.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 14th, 2024

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Dr. Ellis always helps with my tennis elbow. I'm pain free after leaving his office. Wouldn't go anywhere else.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 30th, 2020

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He really care about his patients

December 17th, 2020

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Always appreciate Dr. Rudu and his staff.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 10th, 2020

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Dr. Ellis provided excellent service. I have been a patient of his for many years and each time I visit Dr. Ellis treats me like it was the first time. I would recommend him for knee issues.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 6th, 2020

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Dr. Ellis has performed total knee replacements on both of my knees. I can now climb stairs, climb trees and hunt with my grandsons, walk 2.5 mph, ride a 21 speed mountain bike up and down hills 5 miles, at age 66. Yes, I am very very happy with the care Dr. Ellis and his team have provided.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 30th, 2020

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I did something to an old knee injury. With all that’s going on I tried almost everything to help the pain. Finally I decided to get in to see Dr Ellis because he’s my favorite Orthopedic Specialist. Follow the protocol I was amazed that had not torn anything and was asked if a Cortisone would be favorable. It’s been a day since the shot and everything is feeling somewhat better. I highly recommend Dr Ellis’s team of physicians.

June 10th, 2020

Ellis & Badenhausen Orthopaedics

13151 Magisterial Dr Ste 200Louisville, KY 40223

Tel: (502) 587-1236

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

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Ellis & Badenhausen Orthopaedics

5120 Dixie Hwy Ste 103Louisville, KY 40216

Tel: (502) 587-1236

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

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Dr. Rudy John Ellis, MD	Samantha Scott Happel	Dr. Eric Thomas Metzman	Dr. Santrupthi Kemparajurs
Sports Medicine	Nurse Practitioner	Orthopedic Surgery	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (31 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
49 Years of Experience		3 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Louisville , KY	Louisville , KY	LOUISVILLE , KY	Louisville , KY
Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine		Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Orthopedic Surgery
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Surgery

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Sports Medicine Fellowship - University of Oklahoma.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Cincinnati.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Louisville School Of Medicine in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Ellis' NPI number is 1740281583.

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