
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Laura A Esterle
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
Laura A. Esterle, APRN, is a nurse practitioner with Norton Gastroenterology Associates of Louisville. She earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing and master’s degree in nursing from Bellarmine University in Louisville. Laura is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners as a family nurse practitioner.
Laura’s previous nursing experience includes endoscopy care and pediatric intensive care. In her free time, Laura enjoys being with friends and family, traveling, crafting, and walking her dog, Boone.
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Locations
- Norton Multispecialty Clinic Gastroenterology
- 3991 Dutchmans Lane, Suite 310, Louisville, KY 40207
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-896-4711
- fax: 502-896-4791
- Norton Gastroenterology Consultants of Louisville
- 3999 Dutchmans Lane, Suite 7B, Louisville, KY 40207
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-896-4711
- fax: 502-896-4791
- Norton Gastroenterology of Louisville - St. Matthews
- 3999 Dutchmans Lane, Plaza 1, Suite 7B, Louisville, KY 40207
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-896-4711
- fax: 502-896-4791
Expertise
Education
- Medical Education: Bellarmine University, Master of Science in Nursing, 2022
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
149 ratings, 56 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 3/20/2026
She really listened and helped me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2026
Laura Esterle is outstanding.Listens well, great suggestions. Allays my concerns. Helps me discern my best options. Answers my questions ()and I have a lot).
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
The Provider I seen was very friendly and courteous. She took time to explain things to me and reason for ordering a test regarding my issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
Laura Esterle is absolutely amazing and very thorough. She helped me see the light in some very dark times and went above and beyond to make sure I had continuity in care and treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Was very knowledgeable. Spent time covering all my concerns and issues. Explained the test she was ordering and why they were importantly in finding out my diagnosis. Very thorough. Answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2026
Provider and student were both kind, friendly and awesome!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Laura is an exceptional heath care provider. I always look forward to seeing her. She listens to all my concerns and makes excellent recommendations. Big difference since previous NP who did not seem to care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Laura was very professional and courteous, made me feel good about my after office care. She explained everything thoroughly and we agreed on a good plan to address my health issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Laura was knowledgeable and thorough in her review.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
They were great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr Esterle is professional, friendly, listens respectfully and works with you to provide the care you need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
APRN, Laura , was courteous, attentive, and knowledgeable. She made it easy for us to discuss our fears and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Excellent experience Lovely Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Super nice and understanding. She listened to my concerns and gave multiple solutions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Laura Esterle is such a wonderful person. She is kind, friendly and understanding. I got the feeling that she really cared about my health concerns. She saw that my case was urgent and right away moved quickly to get an appointment for my dire situation. I appreciate everything she did for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Very excellent provider. Explains things very well. Doesn't make you feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2025
In general the experience was good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Very patient and listens and eager to find a solution to my health issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
Attentive, knowledgeable, asked all the right questions. I was very pleased with her. She is one of the best I have had in asking the right questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
I couldn't have been more pleased with my time with Laura Estelle. She was friendly, thorough and open to conversation with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Laura Esterle was wonderful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2025
The provider was very nice and kind to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Very professional and courteous. Define had a listening ear
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Great provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2025
She was very polite and courteous to me and my wife during my visit, considerate and knowledgeable while explaining and answering questions about my GI issues, and she was an overall pleasant individual to talk with!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Laura was exceptional. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
She was very sweet and expanded everything we talked about
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Laura Esterly was a smart, familiar and a great communicator
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
I was late to the appointment because of parking. So seeing me within 15 mins of the appointment time was my fault not theirs. Laura and everybody else was amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
First time I had seen Lauren Esterle. I liked her very much.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
She listened to my concerns and ordered tests to rule out a problem. Very personable and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
I really like her, she laughed at my stupid jokes
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
First time seeing Laura Esterlyand she was wonderful. She is very knowledgeable, compassionate and listened to my every concern I was impressed with her and hope to schedule with her on my next visit. Thanks Laura!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
She cared and listened to what I had to say and what my concerns were.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2025
Nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Laura is very thorough, takes time to review my history, how things are now, and if any changes or follow-up is needed. Also, if there Is something she may have a question about, she has no problem checking further. Dr Sharpe needs to hand on to her!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
What a wonderful experience with Laura. She was so knowledgeable and made me feel so comfortable. I told Laura how impressed I was with her experience and would certainly let [...] know how pleased I was with her care. I have never had such an experience with a nurse practitioner. Would see Laura any time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
My provider was excellent ! She listened closely to me, had helped comments and was very knowledgeable about my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
She was very good at taking care of me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
Very efficient practice and visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
This was my first visit with Laura. I found her to be an excellent listener, thoughtful, and giving outstanding explanations and suggestions for my well-being and health. I would recommend her to anyone. She instills confidence by her demeanor, respect and medical knowledge.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Laura Esterle Is an excellent nurse practitioner!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
I enjoyed meeting her. I look forward to working with Laura in the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
She was great and very kind to me .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Great listener, perceptive, intelligent, thorough, and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Dr esterle is absolutely wonderful A breath of fresh air in the medical world
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Laura Esterle made me feel at ease discussing something that was sensitive and pretty embarrassing. I'm so happy that she's my provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Very kind and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Friendly informative great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2025
All the staff are very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Excellent!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
She was great. Did blood work for an issue beyond my GI issues and found a thyroid issue that made me feel fatigued for over a year!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
I was surprised at how well she knew my past medical history. She was very knowledgeable with my current health concerns and was very personable and nice.