About

Kirk Owens, M.D. is a native of Maysville, Kentucky. He graduated Cum Laude from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC. He attended medical school at the University of Louisville where he both graduated Magna Cum Laude and was accepted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Society. He completed his residency at the University of Louisville and a spine fellowship at the Norton Leatherman Spine Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Following fellowship, he became a staff surgeon for Norton Leatherman Spine Center where he has practiced since 2011. He also serves as a Clinical Instructor at the University of Louisville Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Owens spends his free time with his wife, children, and enjoying outdoor sports.

Locations


Expertise

Education

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2010

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 2005


Age Groups Seen

Age Groups Seen
Pediatrics, Teenagers, Adults
Languages
English
Gender
Male

Reviews

4.80 out of 5 4.8 of 5 stars — 147 Ratings, 35 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Provider explained things clearly 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
Provider listened carefully 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
Provider gave easy to understand instruction 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
Provider knew important medical history 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
Provider showed respect for what you said 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
Provider spent enough time with you 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
Provider Rating 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
Provider explained things clearly 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
Provider showed concern 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
Provider included you in decisions 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
Likelihood of recommending this provider 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
Provider discussed treatment options 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/18/2026

Highly recommend

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/22/2026

Dr. Owens is very friendly and knowledgeable and listens to any Issues I maybe having. David In the front office at Stonestreet office Is very friendly.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/01/2026

Good experience. He was very nice and polite but was sorta in a hurry

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/04/2026

All good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/28/2026

Everyone was very nice

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/26/2026

Showed us the X-rays, MRI so we could see where the problem was and how it could be resolved

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/17/2026

Dr. Owens was very attentive to my questions and concerns.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/15/2026

Everyone worked to make sure I was comfortable, knew what was going on, and I was given the medical information I needed.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/15/2026

Everyone was very nice. They answered any questions that I had.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/14/2026

Great place to go. I needed to get in as soon as I could. They got me an appointment in in 3 days from the time I called. Very great people working and the take your health very seriously.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/07/2026

Dr Owen's is a wonderful Dr. He listens and is very attentive

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/07/2026

I was called back promptly at my appt time. Everyone is always so nice there. Dr Owens is wonderful. He's performed four back surgeries on me and is being proactive about additional procedures I need and tests I need.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/21/2025

Always a good visit

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/13/2025

Service was 100% from the time we entered the door. I hardly had a chance to sit down before I was asked to go back. I absolutely loved this physician upon meeting him. He was very easy to communicate with and very caring. The office staff went above and beyond.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/12/2025

Dr Owens is the BEST doctor I have ever been to!! I am so lucky to have him as my back surgeon!!!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/10/2025

Todo estuvo excelente muy buena atenci?n en sentido general

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/04/2025

Dr. Kirk Owens is the best

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/04/2025

Very pleased with Dr Owens.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/27/2025

Absolute finest care, the surgery turned out fantastic have already recommended friends and family to him with back problems

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/21/2025

Dr. Owens has went above and beyond with care before and since my back surgery. I've had some minor complications, and he has closely monitored and addressed them.

4.20 out of 5 4.2 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/20/2025

They have always been very friendly and professional and I've. Been there several times... D

3.33 out of 5 3.3 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/01/2025

Very nice

4.94 out of 5 4.9 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/30/2025

The young man at registration was very pleasant courteous and professional

4.71 out of 5 4.7 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/23/2025

I didnt feel like this was my 1st time at the office because just after meeting both the people I saw I felt like they were genuinely my friends. I couldn't have been more satisfied in a 1st visit to anywhere

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/16/2025

So, Caring and interested in my needs

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/10/2025

Dr. Owens was late seeing me but he apologized as soon as he entered the room and explained that all of the patients he had seen prior to me were scheduled to have surgery and he had to spend extra time with them! He was very courteous and explained everything nicely to me!

4.71 out of 5 4.7 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/01/2025

This office is very easy to get to in which Dr. Owens practices . He's the best.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/20/2025

He takes time with me and answers all of my questions.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/10/2025

Dr. Owen is an amazing doctor I have had two surgeries from him and both were successful.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/05/2025

Dr. Owens is one of the best, he is very knowledgeable and explains everything in detail and listens I highly recommend him

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/04/2025

Excelente

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/01/2025

He was kind, respectful, honest and very thorough and listened well! Dr. Owen was we're good with explanations of my medical problem, and the surgery I needed to correct the health issue! I asked quite a few questions that he answered all of them with patience and very thoroughly! He is an excellent listener! I would recommend Dr. Owen as the best physician for back and neck problems.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/01/2025

This was a second opinion visit for back surgery. Dr. Owens was great and he agreed with the surgery that my surgeon was recommending.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/27/2025

Penny,RN and Dr.Owens are great!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/27/2025

Excellent surgeon


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Ambetter from MHS
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Kentucky Medicaid
  • Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
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  • Anthem Pathway Transition
  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Cigna
  • CorVel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Kentucky Medicaid
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Passport Marketplace
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Sagamore
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • WellCare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • WellCare Medicare
  • Wellpath
  • Workers’ Compensation
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