About

Charity S. Burke, M.D., earned a medical degree from the University of Louisville, where she also completed her orthopaedic residency. Dr. Burke completed a hand/upper extremity fellowship at the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center, Indianapolis, and a pediatric hand fellowship at the Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Dr. Burke is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon with a certificate in added qualifications in surgery of the hand. She is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Society for Surgery of the Hand, American Association for Hand Surgery, Kentucky Orthopaedic Society, and the Pediatric Hand Surgery Study Group. She also teaches and mentors orthopaedic and plastic surgery residents. A native of Pikeville, Kentucky, Dr. Burke enjoys spending time with her husband, hiking in the mountains, playing volleyball, bike riding, traveling, reading, sewing, attending church and being involved in the Christian Medical & Dental Associations. In addition, she enjoys her medical mission work in Tanzania through Health Volunteers Overseas. Dr. Burke has been voted by her peers as one of Louisville Magazine's Top Docs for 2019.

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Expertise

Education

  • Indiana University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Hand Surgery, 2012

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2011

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 2006


Age Groups Seen

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

Reviews

4.90 out of 5 4.9 of 5 stars — 117 Ratings, 34 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 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
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 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
Provider showed respect for what you said 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
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 4.90 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 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
Provider discussed treatment options 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/23/2026

Good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/22/2026

Provider cares deeply for her patients, I can tell as a patient as I also work as an anesthesia provide for her. She takes exceptional care of her patients

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/12/2026

I have recommended Dr Burke.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/03/2026

Dr. Burke is the best!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/11/2026

Dr Burke is amazing!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/14/2026

All care I received was from Dr Burke.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/14/2026

This was my last visit regarding my injury. My entire experience was the best experience of healthcare I've ever had. The staff was helpful and my doctor was outstanding.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/09/2026

Dr. Burke is always taking excellent care of my condition. She prepares me for future transitions that I may have an offers options for consideration. I truly enjoy having her as my physician.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/04/2026

Dr Burke is wonderful

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/23/2026

Dr Burke is a wonderful orthopedic. She was up to date and informed regarding my overall health. She is very personable and caring! Just love her!

4.71 out of 5 4.7 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/21/2026

Both Nurse Practitioner and Doctor were extremely nice and knowledgeable.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/20/2026

Dr Burke is the best. I recommend anyone go see her.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/14/2026

Dr Burke is my favorite doctor out of all my health care providers. She listens to my concerns, provides clear, and easy to understand answers. She is extremely personable and approachable. She is always proactive and thorough.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/09/2026

Dr Burke is an excellent physician. She was wonderful with Nora and explained things very well

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/03/2026

Excellent care and kindness from the doctor and nurses, thank you very much

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/15/2025

Dr. Burke is knowledgable, helpful and kind. I would recommend her to anyone.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/05/2025

Dr Burke has been very helpful and extremely responsive! She is an excellent physician. Thank you!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/03/2025

Great and knowledgeable provider. Dr Burke is the BEST!!!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/28/2025

Dr Burke outstanding !!!!!!Concerned came across as concerned . Excellent clinical skills.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/22/2025

In the question of x-ray.that was done in the office & the Dr. Came in right afterIt was done & explained it.So they didn't need to call me.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/17/2025

Dr. Burke shows excellent concern, understanding of problems, explains alternatives, and provides quality care. She is very pleasant -one of the best doctors I've ever seen.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/15/2025

This was the most pleasant dr visit I have ever been to everyone was very polite and doctor was amazing she was on my level during my visit explaining my issue and was straight forward with me of my options and wrote them on paper for me to review awesome staff

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/28/2025

They're great

4.66 out of 5 4.7 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/25/2025

She really seems to care.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/22/2025

Charity Burke is the best hand doctor I have ever had. She is very good at what she does.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/21/2025

I appreciate Dr. Burkes approach to solve the problem I am having. She didn't just jump to standard answer for a swollen joint. She questioned why it was atypical and pursued t other possible causes. [...]

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/20/2025

I love that she takes her time with you and really listens. I don't mind to wait extra time because of that reason

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/19/2025

I have extreme confidence in Dr.Charity Burke ......Norton's should be very proud that she's with them. She has the best attitude and heartfelt disposition. She is exceptionally knowledgeable and I am confident she will help you make good decisions pertaining to your wellbeing and overall health.

4.94 out of 5 4.9 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/13/2025

It was a good visit

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/10/2025

Busy day for doctor but she spent time with me and apologized for the long wait.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/03/2025

Dr. Burke is excellent! We had a great surgical outcome and the follow-up for pin removal was smooth and easy for my daughter. Dr. Burke is engaging and demonstrated the home exercises in a way my teen could understand. She spent ample time with us. THANK YOU

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/27/2025

Para m?, fue una experiencia maravillosa. Tuve amabilidad de parte de todo el personal que me atendi?. Desde la recepci?n hasta el m?dico.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/23/2025

Dr. Burke was very friendly and down to earth. She seemed interested in what I had to say and not in a rush. She seemed to genuinely enjoy doing her job and happy.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/23/2025

Great


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  • Indiana Medicare
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  • 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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