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Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD

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Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD
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Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Louisville, KY.
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Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD

General Surgery*
Louisville, KY
Accepting new patients
Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Louisville, KY.
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Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Louisville, KY. They currently practice at Baptist Health Medical Group General Surgery and are affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington and Baptist Health La Grange. Dr. Pokorny has experience treating conditions like Colorectal Cancer and Inguinal Hernia 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. Their 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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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

Experience and Background Check

Colorectal Cancer
Gallbladder Removal
Inguinal Hernia
Colorectal Cancer
Gallbladder Removal
Inguinal Hernia
Small Intestine Cancer
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gastroparesis
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
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
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Brain Injury
Breast Cancer
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Illeum Cancer
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Fistula
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
Pelvic Abscess
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
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Breast Reconstruction
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
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
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Pyloromyotomy
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Biopsy
Tracheal Surgery
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pokorny
4.5
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Patient Reviews
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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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Baptist Health Medical Group is a comprehensive, multispecialty network of physicians and advanced practice clinicians. Our providers are committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and strive to treat our patients the way we would want to be treated, every time, at every Baptist Health location.
Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Richard Pokorny, MD is a general surgery specialist in Louisville, KY. He specializes in General Surgery.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Czech
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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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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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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 Inguinal Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

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

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baptist Health Lexington

    1740 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY

  • Baptist Health La Grange

    1025 New Moody Ln, La Grange, KY

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