
Joshua J Christensen, MD
Knee Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Sports MedicineShoulder Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Joshua J Christensen
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
Joshua J. Christensen, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with Norton Orthopedic Institute. Dr. Christensen earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine, and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
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Locations
- Norton Orthopedic Institute
- 3 Audubon Plaza Drive, Suite 430, Louisville, KY 40217
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-636-4900
- fax: 502-636-4901
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Santa Monica Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Fellowship, Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, 2016
- Residency: Mayo Medical School, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2015
- Medical Education: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2010
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
320 ratings, 87 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.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Listen to what I had to say and we discussed options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
Completely understands my situation, age condition and plans for future treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Great nurses
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Wonderful experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Took time to explain what next step would be best for my age - explanation was in layman's terms and very easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2026
Provider very professional and friendly. Provider answered all questions I asked quickly and professionally
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
This was a follow up from surgery and we discussed an additional surgery upcoming
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Five Star Service!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2026
Dr. Christensen is an excellent physician. He is kind, and patient and engaged me in the treatment plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
I realize he is a very busy Dr. But I feel it's worth the wait for him. He knows what he's doing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr. Christian's great giving an injection.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Excellent shoulder Orthopedic doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Though I had an extended wait time at this visit, my 2 previous visits had VERY SHORT wait times. Though they were running behind, Dr. Christensen spent all the time needed to review my situation and answered all my questions without rushing. Excellent Dr. And excellent practice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
Dr. Christensen was extremely polite, very knowledgeable. Explained everything in detail. I was very pleased. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
The provider explained things well & was very friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
Everything was good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
[...] I went in for a 1 year follow up. GREAT SERVICE AND PROFESSIONAL!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Excellent physician. Listens to me and answers all questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
Excellent experience!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
There is always less than 5 minutes wait time and all the staff is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Took very good care of me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
This office, and this provider are excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
He is very personable and is very concerned about me as his patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
Even though doctor was running behind schedule I was informed as soon as I registered there was a delay so it was fine
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr. Christensen was wonderful and explained everything clearly to me. He immediately had the office schedule me for a follow up appointment and helped me with my condition and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Great customer service. Always very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
He went way above what he needed to do to give me an answer on something I wasn't even there for
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
I like him ok ..he takes care of me and he's funny.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Dr. Christensen and his staff have always been wonderful to me. I would recommend this practice to anyone!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
Dr. Christensen is amazing. He listens and answers all my questions. He is never dismissive about my concerns. He doesn't talk down to me like some drs have. I appreciate him, he's a good dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Great Doctor and staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2025
Doctor is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
I do understand that Dr. Christensen is very busy, but I have leaned it is worth the wait to see him. He listens to me and asked me questions and answers all of mine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Appreciated his professionalism, encouragement and expertise
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Provider was excellent, he has a great reputation and I can understand why. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr. Christiansen is excellent!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Very professional, yet spent time to discuss my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
My Dr is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2025
He is an excellent care giver.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
Dr. Christensen is a great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
Very satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
Dr. Christensen is a very knowledgeable, talented doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Wonderful docter and staff
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
I felt rushed thru after I was finally seen
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Bedside manner could be improved a bit. I tend to feel like a number rather than a person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
The doctor and APRN have always been excellent talking about the surgery and my progress. They have been good about telling me they will order as much PT as I thought I needed. They told me that it usually took about a year to fully heal after my 2 surgeries
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Great office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
He has been excellent, friendly, answered my questions
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Provider seemed very competent [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Mantener esa atenci?n y servicio excepcional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
I love my doctor he is so nice and he really cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
What I expect from a medical professional is nothing less than tender care. This individual met my expectations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
I will definitely be back for any other orthopedic procedures I need. I had an amazing experience. Thank you guys for being such an amazing practice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Effecient and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Dr. Christensen an excellent doctor. Never rushes always has time to listen. I always take care of the problem. At this point, I couldn't walk without His care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Very polite and very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Great service, keep up the good work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr Christiensen is the best - I trust him 100%
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
Great dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2025
Friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
The doctor was very nice kind and acted like he really cares about people yes I would tell others to check himnout
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Staff and provider were excellent. It was my first appointment and they all treated me as if I had been there multiple times. Very welcoming. Put me at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Everything was perfect !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr Christenson is a great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Me siento muy satisfecha con la atenci?n brindada por parte de todo el personal del hospital
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
He was very good and he explain my problems with my knee.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Does a great job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2025
I really like Dr. CHRISTENSON'S CARE. VERY GENLE WHEN GIVING THE INJECTIONS IN MY KNEES.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
He was very professional and kind,informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/22/2025
Very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Dr. Christensen is amazing. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2025
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2025
Dr. Christensen did hip replacement and is excellent. He is very thorough and caring. Will see him next year.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Dr Christensen and staff were wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
He is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
He is very nice and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Medical staff and assistants were all professional, empathetic and went beyond standard of care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Very nice and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Good service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
From the minute I walked in the door to this provider everyone was efficient, friendly, and knowledgeable; Very impressed with this practice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2025
I am vert satisfied with Dr Christensen and everyone in his office. From check in to going over records to X-ray everyone in the office is excellent, especially the Doctor .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2025
Dr christenson Is top notch I had cortisone shots In both knees and didn't feel any pain
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2025
Excellent doctor. Excellent staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
I have been coming to see Dr. Christiansen for a few years now he did several surgeries on me. He is one of the greatest surgeon as far as I am concerned, wouldn't go to anyone else always caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2025
Dr's, staff, everyone involved were were friendly, understanding, and courteous. Highly recommend here for anyone that may have to have this, or similar procedures done
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
I highly recommend Dr and his staffjab