About

Stephen J. Kelty, M.D., is board certified in surgery. Training: • Medical Education: Doctor of Medicine - University of Louisville School of Medicine (1986) • Residency: General Surgery - Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine (1991)

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Expertise

Education

  • Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

    Residency, General Surgery, 1991

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 1986


Age Groups Seen

Age Groups Seen
Adults
Languages
English
Gender
Male

Reviews

4.90 out of 5 4.9 of 5 stars — 46 Ratings, 15 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 4.80 out of 5 (4.8)
provider showed concern 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
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 4.50 out of 5 (4.5)
likelihood of recommending this provider 4.70 out of 5 (4.7)
provider included you in decisions 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider showed respect for what you said 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider discussed treatment options 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/28/2026

Dr. Stephen Kelty's bedside manner is remarkable.Jessie, his surgical scheduler/assistant was very kind, informative and personable.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/20/2026

Good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/07/2026

Good experience helps us to remember each time we make a trip to a certain location.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/18/2026

Dr Kelty is awesome. The new hospital is very fortunate to have him on staff.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/07/2026

Very professional and very helpful. Took time to care and met my health-care needs.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/11/2025

I have been a patient of Dr. Kelty for 30+ years and find no fault.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/27/2025

Dr. Stephen Kelty was very professional nice [...]

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/26/2025

I REALLY LIKE HIS CARE AND EXPERTISE

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/01/2025

Dr Kelty is the best general surgeon I've ever seen. I would highly recommend him.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/29/2025

Everyone from the receptionist to surgeon were amazingly competent and aggressively friendly. Looking forward to needing medical attention in the future.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/17/2025

Great visit

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/17/2025

Dr. Kelty is a wonderful physician. I have gone to him several times in the past at other locations.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/26/2025

I am having an outpatient procedure and I am very grateful to be in Dr. Kelty's care.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/12/2025

Very pleased with the care and treatment; if I ever need surgery, I will seek out Dr.Kelty.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/03/2025

Dr. Kelty is the best. Kind, considerate, knowledgeable and reassuring.


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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