About

Alison S. Sharpe, D.O., is a board-certified gastroenterologist with Norton Gastroenterology. She earned her medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, Florida. She completed her internal medicine residency at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, and her fellowship in gastroenterology at East Tennessee State University College of Medicine, Johnson City.

Dr. Sharpe diagnoses and treats a wide range of acute and chronic conditions affecting the digestive system, including disorders of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, liver and pancreas. She has a special clinical interest in women’s health in gastroenterology. Dr. Sharpe believes every patient deserves to be treated with the same compassion, respect and attention she would want for her own family. She understands that even conditions that are not life-threatening can have a significant impact on quality of life.

Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, playing mahjong and exploring Louisville’s vibrant restaurant scene.



Expertise

Education

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 2015

  • Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical Education, Doctor of Osteopathy, 2012

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 2016

  • East Tennessee State Univ College of Medicine

    Fellowship, Gastroenterology, 2019


Age Groups Seen

Age Groups Seen
Adults, Geriatrics
Languages
English
Gender
Female

Reviews

4.90 out of 5 4.9 of 5 stars — 79 Ratings, 7 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 listened carefully 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider gave easy to understand instruction 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider knew important medical history 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider showed concern 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider spent enough time with you 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider rating 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider explained things clearly 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
likelihood of recommending this provider 4.70 out of 5 (4.7)
provider included you in decisions 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider showed respect for what you said 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider discussed treatment options 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/24/2026

Doctor Sharp spent ample time with me. Addressed my concerns, procedure results, labs, future appointment.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/13/2026

So comfortable with Allison Sharpe

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/19/2026

Dr. Sharpe is an excellent doctor. She listens, explains, cares, and takes time to treat me personally. She is up to date on all the latest treatments. I highly recommend her and am grateful I am in her care.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/11/2026

I would highly recommend Dr. Sharpe and this office to anyone who has a need for them! I felt a peace the whole time I was there which can be rare for me at appointments. I was so grateful to feel heard in my concerns and it felt like Dr. Sharpe and I were aligned and balanced in our approach to this issue. It felt like we were working as a team and I really appreciated that!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/25/2026

She is the best!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/18/2026

Dr sharpe is awsome

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/06/2026

Dr. Sharpe is wonderful. I felt like she really listened and I wasn't just another patient.


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Ambetter from MHS
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Kentucky Medicaid
  • Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
  • Anthem Pathway
  • 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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