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Kimathi W Doss

Kimathi W Doss, MD

Spine SurgeryNeurosurgery

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Kimathi W Doss

Years In Practice

16

Biography/ Philosophy of Care

Kimathi Doss, M.D., received his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati in Ohio. He completed an internship in general surgery and a residency in neurological surgery at the University of Louisville. Dr. Doss's patient care focus is complex spine surgery and general neurosurgery.

Medical training
University of Cincinnati School of Medicine

Internship
General surgery, University of Louisville School of Medicine

Residency
Neurological surgery, University of Louisville School of Medicine

Fellowship
Neurological surgery, University of Louisville School of Medicine

Patient care focus
Spine neurosurgery

Locations

  1. Norton Neuroscience Institute Neurosurgery
    • 4915 Norton Healthcare Boulevard, Suite 301, Louisville, KY 40241
    • Get Directions
    • phone: 502-394-6390
    • fax: 502-394-6388
  2. Norton Neuroscience Institute
  3. Norton Neuroscience Institute - Neurosurgery
  4. Norton Neuroscience Institute
    • 300 High Point Court, Suite B, Mount Washington, KY 40047
    • Get Directions

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Neurological Surgery, 2009
  • Medical Education: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2002

Board Certifications

  • Neurological Surgery: American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2014

Insurance

Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is in network.
Search plans
  • 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

4.7 out of 5

251 ratings, 74 reviews

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Search reviews
    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2026

    Dr Doss was wonderful! He went over the scans . He explained everything. He gave us options .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    All positive!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr Doss was one of the best physicians I've been to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    He was very pleasant and informative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Very friendly and took time to go over everything with me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Very knowledgeable Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    The provider was 2 months out scheduling for the surgery I needed. He contacted his associate and within an hour of my completed appointment with him, I was contacted personally by his associate and scheduled two days later for the surgery I needed. Kathy from the office even reached out to my daughter to relay the specifics of the surgery to make sure I understood everything. Kathy went the extra mile to ensure I was taken care of and it really made a difference.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    Excellent. Easy to talk to and easy to understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    They was all nice

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

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    My son, who is a doctor and came to the appointment was also impressed by his understanding of my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Dr. Doss was polite, kind, and friendly during my appointment. He explained what was happening, treatment plan, and plan after treatment. He was informative and helpful with answering my questions regarding the surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    Very informative I also liked the Saturday appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    Dr. Doss is the best and most professional doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Very pleased with stafff

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Dr Doss is the best.

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

    Dr.Doss was great. I wish all the doctors I have seem over the years wereAs wonderful as he is.

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

    Exceptional provider!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    Dr Doss is an all around excellent physician. I would and have recommended him to family and friends.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    DR Doss is wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Dr Doss listens to my questions, takes time to explain any answers and shows an Interest in my health. Would and have referred others to him.

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

    I love Dr. Doss! He's worked on my spine three times. Always pleasant. Always has a great attitude!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Dr. Doss, is extremely knowledgeable, informative, has a great bedside manner that makes his clients feel at ease while going thru difficult situations at times. He goes above and beyond every visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    This Norton team is the greatest

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Staff and dr. were very pleasant.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    He is very professional but with a caring way about him made you feel at ease

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

    He was friendly and courteous. He cared about the seriousness of problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/30/2025

    Professional, timely and courteous so I'm quite impressed with this practice. Answered my questions, my concerns and ordered more tests to provide a better diagnosis.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Good. Bedside manner courteous and comfidentnothing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    Dr Doss was very informative and respectful. He answered all our questions and concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    I thought he was fine. Gave me the best advice based on MRI

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Excellent, in everyway

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    [...]. I was very satisfied with my provider and will return.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    He was extremely kind and informative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    Very thorough. Explained everything going on in my back and offered options for care rather than going directly to surgery. Dr Doss was VERY warm personal caring and compassionate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    Provider was extremely kind and courteous. Very helpful in explaining. Couldn't have been more grateful

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

    Dr Doss listened carefully to concerns both myself and my wife have about my pain and our life. He gave us reassurance and was happy that we were advocating so hard when pain management has not been working to come back and see him for a new plan

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

    Dr Doss is top notch!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Highly recommend

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

    Dr Doss explained my MRI images and what was happening with my spine related to the pain I was having and the treatment I needed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    It's a shame all doctors aren't as good and mannerly as he was.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Great caring doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    He explained everything in a way my husband could understand, I am a retired neuro nurse so I understand all he could have said, to me that's important, if you don't understand what they say you are no better off!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Excellent visit from scheduling until checkout. It was a great experience and Dr.Doss was so informative and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Dr Doss was very informing about my options and encouraging. Encouraged to try all options before surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Very aware of my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Dr. Ross was fantastic and answered all my questions and made me feel like I was important!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Dr and staff are very knowlegable and always courtious and compasionate. I feel that I will be taken care of and any questions I have will be answered on the spot.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    Very impressed with Doctor Doss with his knowledge and his care for others. He explained everything very well and was very caring.

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

    Love Dr. Doss. He pulls no punches.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    He was very informative and gave several options for my care.

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

    I am extremely happy with my NORTON health care team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Exceptional providerVery comfortable to speak with and I never feel rushed. Takes his time to answer all my questions and concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Very pleasant and professional staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    The provider was wonderful! Explained very detailed information in a down to earth manner!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Excellent provider and medical assistant staff. Dr. Doss was extremely knowledgeable, answered all of my questions and explained my condition and options for treatment. Highly recommend Dr. Doss.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Excellent doctor and surgeon

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Dr. Doss and his team members are so nice to treat me during my visiting and surgery

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    Dr Doss is great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    He listen to what I had to say! And was very nice explaining what I had to do next!!

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

    Very friendly and explained things fully

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

    The staff is very good and friendly

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

    Precise excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Dr Doss is a very personable and knowledgeable doctor who had treated my wife 7 years ago. That was a large influence for choosing him as my doctor.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    He seemed very personable, explained my options and told me what The next step was

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

    Dr Doss took the time to listen to my concerns and then reviewed my MRI. He discussed my concerns associated with the MRI. Very thorough and easy to understand. Very impressed.

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

    Great guy and surgeon

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

    Treated with respect and care by Dr. Doss.

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

    Dr. Doss was very thorough in his assessment of my issues. He has suggested a further test for me. It's scheduled and then I will see him for a follow up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Dr Doss provided exceptional care. He listened intently to me and provided easy to understand explanations; he offered reasonable options, and showed concern for my situation. He even noticed something on a CT scan that no one else had noticed, relating to another health issue that was troubling me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2025

    He was nice and listened well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    Dr. Doss Developed a detailed plan for my plain and we agreed to proceed accordingly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    Very satisfactory j.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/20/2025

    Very well run practice

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

    Awesome showed concern about my medical history addressed questions I asked and was very knowledgeable