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John R Dimar, II

John R Dimar, II, MD

Spine SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About John R Dimar, II

Years In Practice

34

Biography/ Philosophy of Care

Dr. John R. Dimar II received his medical degree from Wright State University School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. His residency training in orthopedics was completed through the Lutheran Hospital Orthopedic Residency Program in Fort Wayne, Indiana, followed by a six-month chief resident internship with the Leatherman Spine Center. Dr. Dimar then served in the United States Air Force at the Regional Hospital in Minot, North Dakota, serving as Chief of Surgery and Assistant Chief of Hospital Services. He then returned to Louisville to complete a spine fellowship with the Leatherman Spine Center.

Dr. Dimar is a clinical professor with the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Chief Pediatric Orthopedic surgeon at Norton Children's Hospital and Director of Resident Basic Science Education at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He is active in instructing orthopedic surgeons and residents in the treatment of deformities, tumors, degenerative disease and trauma involving the spine. His particular area of interest is the treatment of cervical spine disease, degenerative spine disease and spine trauma.

Dr. Dimar is actively involved with research. He has published numerous articles and book chapters on the treatment of spinal problems and has spoken widely at many national and international spine meetings.

He is a member of the North American Spine Society, the Scoliosis Research Society and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery in which he has won both best clinical and research paper awards.

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Locations

  1. Norton Leatherman Spine - Angies Way
  2. Norton Leatherman Spine - Downtown
  3. Norton Leatherman Spine - Shelbyville

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Fort Wayne Medical Education Program, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1986
  • Internship: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Flexible or Transitional, 1982
  • Medical Education: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 1981

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1989

Insurance

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  • 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
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  • Provider Net/OMCA
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  • 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

4.7 out of 5

121 ratings, 37 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Dr. Dimar was kind and helpful. He was very informative and filled me in on his suggested plan of care for me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    Straight up

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    We really like Dr Dimar, he is a great physician, he's has always been very respectful and listens to what we have to say, hate to see him retire, but we can understand that.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    I was actually called back to an exam room a couple minutes before my appointment time

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Love Dr Dimar. The last two surgeries have given me a pain free year!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    The wait time was no issue, Provider had a couple overbooks before the holidays

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    Doctor was very good.Good explaining things to where l could\nUnderstand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/29/2025

    He is awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Dr. Dimar explained my condition, its location, and options for treatment very thoroughly. He called my oncologist for further information to schedule more tests to further understand the scope of my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Dr Dimar is a superb professional and trustworthy surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Really like dr damar he takes time to explain what's going to happen a bit of a jokester very laid back I like that he's a good dr

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    I appreciate the care and concern for my comfort, speaking in easy to understand terms and making me feel welcome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Very pleased with care aftercare and surgery

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Great people

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/31/2025

    I would highly recommend this provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr Dimar and Charity are just the best at what they do.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Dr. Diamar is wonderful!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Everyone was very nice and professional.answered all my questions.was very pleased with the results/visit/out come.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Dr. Dimar is simply the finest surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    My experience with Dr. Dimar has always been good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Dr Dimar and his staff is very professional and personal. I've had neck surgery in back surgery and he was my doctor. He did a wonderful job with both surgeries .I would recommend him to everyone.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Dr. Dimar is a very knowledgeable physician as well as a very kind man.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Nice,Knowledgeable,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/14/2025

    I was very pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Impressed and satisfied with Dr Dimar he listened to me and explained my condition and the outcome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    Great Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    I am very pleased with Dr. Dimar. He is a great medical professional, I have had him twice for my Cervical Sugery. I only want him if I need surgery in the future

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    Dr dimar is a good doctor no problems

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Very kind. Spoke in terms easy to understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2025

    Dr Dimar and [...] at his office are amazing. Always helpful and responsive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/11/2025

    Dr. Dimar was very thoughtful, knowledgeable, listened, answered my questions and had excellent information. He did a great exam. I enjoyed my time with him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2025

    They had a lot of patience with me. This really meant alot

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    Seemed to be very good about the diagnosis he came up with

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    Provider is concerned about my future health status

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    John Dimar is professional, thorough.. Gives explanations about everything.. Allows me to see what he's seeing. he's wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    Dr. Dimar was outstanding as was his staff. They actually worked me into the schedule so I could be seen earlier. Dr. Dimar was willing to take the time and explain everything until my wife and I thoroughly understood.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2025

    He is the best. He knows his stuff