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Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD

General Surgery* Age 58
Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD
4.5 (36 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD is a General Surgeon in Louisville, KY.
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Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD

General Surgery* Age 58
Louisville, KY
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience
Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD is a General Surgeon in Louisville, KY.

About

Dr. Pokorny graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1992 and completed a residency at University Louisville School Of Med.Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD is a General Surgeon in Louisville, KY and has 32 years experience. Dr. Pokorny currently practices at Baptist Health Medical Group General Surgery and are affiliated with Baptist Health La Grange and Baptist Health Louisville. Dr. Pokorny has experience treating conditions like Colorectal Cancer and Cholecystitis and Gallstones among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Pokorny received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 36 times. Dr. Pokorny's office accepts new patients. Dr. Pokorny also speaks Czech. Dr. Pokorny is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Colorectal Cancer
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Colorectal Cancer
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Small Intestine Cancer
Colectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Gallstones
Umbilical Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Pelvic Abscess
Stomach Cancer
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Gastrotomy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Illeum Cancer
Inguinal Hernia with Gangrene
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Pouchitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcerative Colitis
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reduction
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Excision
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Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Proctectomy
Proctosigmoidoscopy
Puncture Aspiration
Pyloromyotomy
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Skin Grafts
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Biopsy
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Tracheal Surgery
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Venous Thrombectomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna
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    Blue Preferred-KY
    Gold Pathway X-KY HMO
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    Silver Pathway-KY HMO
    Silver Pathway-KY PPO
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    Gold Pathway-KY PPO
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    Bronze Pathway-KY HMO
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    Blue Access-KY
    Platinum Pathway-KY PPO
    Blue Access-KY PPO
    Balanced Pathway-KY HMO
    Methodist Hospital-KY
    The Christ Hospital Health Network (TCHHN)-KY
    Silver Blue Access-KY PPO
    Bronze Pathway for HSA-KY HMO
    UK-KY PPO
    Gold Pathway - SG-KY HMO
    Balanced Blue Access-KY PPO
    Silver Pathway-KY PPO Plus
    KentuckyOne-KY
    Silver Pathway X-KY HMO
    Gold Blue Access-KY PPO
    UK-KY EPO
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    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
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Locations

  1. 1 Baptist Health Medical Group General Surgery
    4001 Kresge Way Ste 200, Louisville, KY 40207
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Baptist Health Medical Group General Surgery
    1023 New Moody Ln Ste 202, La Grange, KY 40031
  3. 3 Baptist Health Medical Group General Surgery
    329 Floyd Dr Ste C, Carrollton, KY 41008

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pokorny
4.5
Based on 36 Reviews
5 Stars (31)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (4)

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Feb 02, 2024
He and Danielle were very patient with my sister, clearly explained her situation, was professional, and put her at ease with a difficult outcome. So happy we were referred to him for the best surgical care. Bless you all!
— Feb 02, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Czech
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Louisville School of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Louisville School Of Med
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pokorny's profile.

Dr. Pokorny frequently treats the following conditions: Colorectal Cancer and Cholecystitis and Gallstones. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD is affiliated with Baptist Health La Grange and Baptist Health Louisville.

Yes, Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baptist Health La Grange

    1025 New Moody Ln, La Grange, KY

  • Baptist Health Louisville

    4000 Kresge Way, Louisville, KY