
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Justin Mathew
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
Justin Mathew, M.D., is a spine surgeon with Norton Leatherman Spine. He earned his medical degree from David Geffen School of Medicine at University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, New York, and completed his fellowship training in spine surgery with Norton Leatherman Spine in Louisville. Prior to this training, Dr. Mathew graduated from Harvard University with a degree in Neuroscience.
Dr. Mathew’s training has included complex adult and pediatric spinal deformity, minimally invasive spine surgery, robotic surgery and spine surgery training with a team of neurosurgeons at an academic tertiary care hospital in India. In addition to his clinical and research endeavors, Dr. Mathew is a dedicated educator and mentor, having advised numerous undergraduate and medical students. He is conversational in Spanish and Malayalam.
Dr. Mathew is originally from New York. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, traveling and cooking.
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Locations
- Norton Leatherman Spine - Jeffersonville
- 3118 East 10th Street, Suite A, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
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- phone: 502-584-7525
- fax: 502-584-6851
- Norton Leatherman Spine - St Matthews
- 4123 Dutchmans Lane, Suite 101, Louisville, KY 40207
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- phone: 502-584-7525
- fax: 502-584-6851
- Norton Leatherman Spine - Downtown
- 210 East Gray Street, Suite 900, Louisville, KY 40202
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- phone: 502-584-7525
- fax: 502-584-6851
- Norton Leatherman Spine - Madison
- 1373 East State Road 62, Suite 2A, Madison, IN 47250
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- phone: 812-282-8494
- fax: 812-288-4481
- Norton Leatherman Spine - Angies Way
- 9880 Angies Way, Suite 300, Louisville, KY 40241
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- phone: 502-584-7525
- fax: 502-584-6851
- Norton Leatherman Spine - Shelbyville
- 150 Frankfort Road, Shelbyville, KY 40065
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- phone: 502-584-7525
- fax: 502-584-6851
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Leatherman Spine Fellowship Program, Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine, 2024
- Residency: NYP/Columbia Unviersity Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2023
- Medical Education: University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2018
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
4.8 out of 5
101 ratings, 34 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 2/20/2026
Dr Mathew is an excellent doctor. He never pushes surgery, he gives me all the pros and cons and leaves the final decision to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
He is a good doctor and deserves all the respect and admiration of everyone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
Very professional and courteous
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2026
Very professional and friendly and explained everything so you could understand it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr Matthew is a great Dr listen to what you have to say
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Knowledgeable and professional, friendly
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
I do not think he thoroughly read my chart. I also feel he tried to use one medical issue to cloud his ability to care for me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
I am very grateful for all the help Dr.mathew gave me for my back problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Dr Mathew was very helpful n explained in detail
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Dr. Mathew is awesome. I am so fortunate to have him as my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Very good doctor listened to all questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
The entire team was awesome and very knowledgeable. Kuddos to the MD, his medical assistant and the nurse taking X-rays
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2025
He's very knowledgable and I liked him [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Provider took enough time to explain about the fracture I have. Very friendly and very knowledgeable and made it easy to understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
I really like and appreciate this Dr and the staff at the office in downtown Louisville
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
Every buddy's are excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
The best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr. Mathew was wonderful. Extremely knowledgeable and explained EVERYTHING to my husband and I. Dr. Mathew listened to me and respected my wishes. He didn't push surgery and even agreed that we can wait.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Dr. Mathews explained my options very clearly and answered all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Dr Matthew performed an over the top surgery on me that has changed my life for the better!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
My care provider is very good and takes the time needed to explain everything and answer questions. This is very important. I know if he's running a little behind in seeing me, it's because he's kind to all of his patients and answers all questions to help calm any fears that patient might have. I understand why he's running behind and know he will do the same for me. He is a very caring person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Dr. Mahews is very knowledgable. He explains in detaill what his plans are for your situation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
He was very compassionate and concerned about me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
He is a great Doctor!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Dr Mathew is the best surgeon I have ever had. He is # 1. I tell everyone, if you have a spine problem, get an appointment with Dr Mathew
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Really liked Dr. Matthew
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
Knowledgeable and common-sense discussion about my condition
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
This was my first visit I was satisfied with the overall quality of my visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Very excellent Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr. Mathew is very good about taking time to answer all my questions and helping me to understand everything. I'm sure this is why he may not be right on time. If he is this understanding with most of his patients, then I'd rather he be a little late getting to me. I feel this is so very important!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
This provider always takes a reasonable, educated approach to your situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
I arrived early and they took me in early for my appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Very nice,accurate info on me,neat,very well manicured and presentable