
Benjamin D Tanner, MD
Bariatric SurgeryGeneral Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Benjamin D Tanner
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
At Norton Healthcare, we believe you - the patient - are the most important person to our practice. As the region's leading health care provider, we are committed to providing comprehensive, quality health care to all those we serve in a manner that responds to the needs of our community and honors our faith heritage.
Our specialty practice is a part of Norton Medical Group, a multispecialty physician group at Norton Healthcare. Norton Medical Group currently includes providers who offer primary, specialty and urgent care services in locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. Our practice is comprised of compassionate, skilled specialists who are committed to ensuring you receive the best care and have access to the latest medical technology and services.
Recognition
Publications:
Allen JW, Tanner BO. Laparoscopic gastric banding or gastric bypass for morbid obesity? Nature Clinical Practice Gastroenterology & Hepatology, 2007 Apr 4(4), 178-179.
Tanner BO, Allen JW. Invited Commentary. Complications of Bariatric Surgery: Implications for the Covering Physician. Am Surgeon 2009 Feb 75(2), 103-112.
Video
Locations
- Norton Surgical Specialists - Bariatric
- 300 High Point Court, Suite B, Mount Washington, KY 40047
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-899-6405
- fax: 502-899-6407
- Norton Weight Management Services
- 1000 Dupont Road, Louisville, KY 40207
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-899-6405
- fax: 502-899-6407
Expertise
Education
- Medical Education: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 1996
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2002
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health
- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Ambetter from MHS
- Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
- Anthem
- Anthem Indiana 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)
- HealthSmart
- Hosparus
- Humana Medicaid
- Humana Medicare
- Indiana Health Network
- Indiana Medicaid
- Indiana Medicare
- 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
- UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
- Veterans Affairs (VA)
- WellCare
- WellCare Medicare
- WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
- Wellpath
- Workers’ Compensation
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
162 ratings, 49 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Doctor is always amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Dr.Tanner is wonderful.Always takes time and answers all your questions ! Wouldn't go to any one else!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Dr. Tanner is a great listener and gives great advice to you. I would HIGHLY recommend Dr. Tanner to anyone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Very kind and informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Very understanding,generous,and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Dr Tanner is GREAT! I knew him well before my surgery and knew if I ever committed to the surgery, he was going to be the one to do it! No doubt!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr. Tanner and the rest of the staff were attentive to my needs and concerns. Never did I feel neglected. I could not have asked for a better, more supportive and productive visit!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Dr. Tanner literally saved my life. I cannot thank him, the Norton team for giving me the tools to have a better life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2026
Dr. Tanner is very caring and always willing to take time to answer any questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Very good dr nice and very friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
They were all very professional and great people
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr. Tanner is an amazing provider. He explains everything and truly listen to your issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
This was my 1st visit with Dr. Tanner and was very good... I did not feel rushed and he answered every question and talked about things I did not think about
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2025
Love Dr. Tanner, he is kind, through and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
I was actually in a room prior to my appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Excellent doctor and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Dr.Tanner always explains everything, good over concerns that I may have, and has always been a great provider for myself.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Excellent treatment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Dr. Tanner and DJ are fantastic. They are thoughtful, kind, and thorough in their care. The pharmacist in the office was gracious and very easy to talk to regarding transition my GLP-1 from primary care to Dr. Tanner. This is definitely a five star practice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
Dr. Tanner was very helpful and listened to my concerns. I would definitely recommend him and his team!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Dr. Tanner is always friendly and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Love Dr tanner. Could not ask for a better surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Dr. Tanner listened to my concerns & showed he cared about my dilemma ;,[...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Dr. Tanner & his Team are very thorough, compassionate, attentive & respectful of all of medical situations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Dr Tanner went above and beyond what was expected. He spent extra time explaining my options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Provider was very pleasant and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
Dr. Tanner is the absolute embodiment of an amazing doctor! He is someone who possesses and consistently demonstrates a combination of essential qualities and skills, both clinical and personal, that elevates him to being at such a high level of performance and having such a positive impact on his patients, colleagues, and the rest of the healthcare system he works with as a whole.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Dr.Tamner Is absolutely wonderful. He is very caring & shows concern about your overall health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Dr Tanner and his staff are amazing!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Great teamwork
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
This was a first consultation with Dr Tanner. I met with the Nurse navigator, therapist and dietician previously. The two visits I have had with this office have been excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Dr. Tanner, Is awesome, I was sick. And he did everything and all he could to make sure , I got and felt better about my Dehydration and showed alot of empathy and care to ensure I knew he was there for me. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Always willing to listen to any concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
I love Dr. Tanner, I feel that he saved my life with my Bariatric surgery. He is kind and informative. I have recommended several friends to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
Dr.Tanner is a great doctor. He has been super great at assisting me in my weight loss journey
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Great caring doctor who listens!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Excellent doctor and office staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr.Tanner has been a sweetheart since I started seeing him. He's very good at what he does and cares about your wellbeing. And amazing staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Absolutely love Dr Tanner he is very professional and knows and understands what's going on
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Always great service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Every one is always so helpful and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Walking in I was very nervous and distant but I walked out of that office very hopeful and excited.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
He made me feel comfortable about him being my surgeon. He was knowledgeable about all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Dr. Tanner and his staff are always kind and polite to me when I've visited.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
DR Tanner is a great and caring person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
I'm glad that I have the providers that I have because they're very nice. They're polite and they're always interested in what I have to say and I greatly appreciate that. They don't try to rush you out the door or any of that they like to hear what your concerns are and they always have for me. The nurse is the receptionist the doctor all of them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2025
Dr Tanner is amazing he removed my gallbladder and now will be preforming my sleeve!! Dr Tanner is very personable and caring and he actually listens and did not judge me once!! Also the ladies at the front desk are awesome and super sweet!! That is a great group of individuals!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
Dr Tanner was so informative