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Dr. Ernest Eggers, MD

Dr. Ernest Eggers, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
60+ years of experience

Dr. Ernest Eggers, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Louisville, KY and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1964. He is affiliated with Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

4331 Churchman Ave Ste 101 Louisville, KY 40215

Make an Appointment

(502) 364-0902

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Eggers specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Eggers' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Eggers

3.8

24 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
29%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Judith Blake – Mar 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Donna Reeves – Oct 16, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Linda Shepard in Louisville, KY – Jan 22, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Eggers is one of this area's first physicians to perform total joint replacement surgery. He is considered a foremost expert in the study of joint reconstruction, and his surgical prowess has made his counsel much sought by manufacturers of...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Louisville General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1965

  • University Of Louisville School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1964
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • Total Hip Replacement, First 250 Cases, 1974

  • Posterolateral Approach to Total Hip Surgery

  • The Knee: Sports-Related Injuries

  • The Back: Diagnosis and Treatment, 1983

  • Diseases of the Upper Extremity and Occupational Medicine, 1981

  • The Spine: Anatomy, Pathology, Diagnosis and Treatment, 1982

  • Named Top Orthopedist in joint replacement by the Consumer Research Counsel of America, 1995, most

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Locations

Practice

Office4331 Churchman Ave Ste 101 Louisville, KY 40215
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Owensboro Health Regional Hospital

    1201 Pleasant Valley Rd
    Owensboro, KY 42303
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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