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
1 award
2 specialties
15 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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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.

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.

April 14th, 2025

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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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

SatClosed

SunClosed

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

SatClosed

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Dr. Rudy John Ellis, MD	Dr. Joseph Matthew Messana, MD	Dr. Thomas Joseph Schlierf, MD	Dr. Jacob Alan Birlingmair, MD
Sports Medicine	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (31 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
49 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	8 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: Stanford University School Of Medicine	Med School: Joan C Edwards School Of Medicine At Marshall University	Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
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University Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated in 1977

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Where is Dr. Rudy Ellis's office located?: Dr. Rudy Ellis's office is located at 13151 Magisterial Dr Ste 200, Louisville, KY, 40223.
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