
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Stephen B Self
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
Dr. Self is a native of Hopkinsville, KY where he was valedictorian of his high school class and voted "Most Likely to Succeed." He was recruited by the U.S. Naval Academy, but decided to attend Vanderbilt University to pursue pre-medical studies. After graduating magna cum laude from Vanderbilt, he chose to attend the University of Louisville for medical school which is where he met his wife who was a classmate. He remained at the University of Louisville for general surgery residency and then completed a fellowship in vascular surgery at the University of Florida.
After fellowship, Dr. Self returned to Louisville and start his practice. He quickly became a leader in evaluating and applying the latest advances for the care of patients with vascular disease. He was among the first vascular surgeons in Kentucky to treat aortic aneurysms with minimally invasive stenting and to use endovascular techniques for occlusive disease. He continues integrate new technology in a caring and thoughtful fashion.
In 2010, Dr. Self volunteered to serve at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany taking care of U.S. military and allied troops who were injured in Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2019, he received the Samuel D. Gross Certificate of Service Award for his work educating surgical residents as a clinical faculty member at the University of Louisville.
He is a senior member of the Southern Association for Vascular Surgery, a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons, and a Fellow in the Society for Vascular Surgery. He has consistently been chosen by his peers as a "Top Doc" in vascular surgery for Louisville Magazine.
He and his wife, Dr. Mary Self, have 3 children. They enjoy the National Parks, University of Louisville sporting events, live music, movies in a theater, and spending time with their grandchildren.
Locations
- Norton Surgical Specialists - Bariatric
- 300 High Point Court, Suite B, Mount Washington, KY 40047
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-899-6405
- fax: 502-899-6407
- Norton Heart & Vascular Institute - Vascular Surgery
- 210 East Gray Street, Suite 1002, Louisville, KY 40202
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- phone: 502-636-7242
- fax: 502-636-7130
- Norton Heart & Vascular Institute - Vascular Surgery
- 150 Frankfort Road, Shelbyville, KY 40065
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- phone: 502-636-7242
- fax: 502-636-7130
- Norton Vein & Vascular Center
- 901 Dupont Road, Suite 200, Louisville, KY 40207
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-636-7242
- fax: 502-636-7130
- NPS NHVI VS Audubon Institute - Vascular Surgery
- 2355 Poplar Level Road, Suite G1, Louisville, KY 40217
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-636-7242
- fax: 502-636-7130
- Norton Heart & Vascular Institute - Vascular Surgery
- 207 Sparks Avenue, Suite 201, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-636-7242
- fax: 502-636-7130
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Florida College of Medicine, Vascular Surgery, 1993
- Residency: University of Louisville School of Medicine, General Surgery, 1990
- Internship: University of Louisville School of Medicine, General Surgery, 1986
- Medical Education: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 1985
Board Certifications
- Vascular Surgery: American Board of Surgery, 1994
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 1992
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
190 ratings, 57 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 1/10/2026
Professionalism shown from Doctor an Staff, very friendly and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
I love Dr.Self and I hate it that he is retiring. I wish him all the happiness in the world. I pray he enjoys his retirement.He is an excellent doctor!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2025
I have total confidence in dr self to take care of my medical needs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr self and staff were very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Since it was Christmas every one had some kind of Christmas decor on. It was the best feeling I have ever had going to the Dr office. More should be like that
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
Staff refused to accept than I had already exceeded my MOOP and insisted I owed a copay. I was forced to call my insurance company who then had to call this office to explain no copay was required.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2025
Couldn't be better
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Happy with my care with Dr. Self. He is a very kind and compassionate physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Dr. Self spent and good deal of time with us and worked diligently to get my records from a hospital in northern Indiana. Dr promised to call when he had information. Called us back the same afternoon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2025
Dr. Self was knowledgeable about my condition and communicated clearly the status of my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
I have always had a good experience with this practice. I trust and respect Dr. Self.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Was so glad Dr. Self is still seeing patients. I have seen him for several years and have great respect for him.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Mi probedor hasta ahora todo bien
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
He was very nice, patient, and excellent explaining . He was very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Dr Self is fantastic and I have complete faith in his opinions and expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Great physician. Staff and facility
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
Class act all the way around
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
I have a lot of trust and confidence in doctor Self. He did my surgery in 2007. And that surgery changed my life so much for the better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
Great friendly staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
A professional with a comforting voice. He had a friendly sense of humor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Ultrasound tech was very professional and prompt
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Everyone in this office is very friendly and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
He was very friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Muy buena atenci?n en general
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Excellent provider and answered all questions with patience and understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Very knowledgeable, congenial and listens well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Did as they were supposed to everything turned out good! Great communicating skills!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Dr Self is great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
I liked being able to have the doppler of my carotids done in the office with follow up visit with Dr. Self
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
Very efficient annual visit!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
Dr. Self is an excellent physician. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
Everyone explained what they were measuring, the measurements, and my options for follow-on treatment with possible downside/risk enumerated. Excellent professionalism.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Very happy with my care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
He's very nice. Take good care of me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Stephen Self is thorough and listens
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Dr. Self was referred to me by a former physician he knows. Excellent reference and my primary physician at OneMD agrees with my choice of selecting Dr. Self for my vascular needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
I didn't even sit down before they called me.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Liked Dr Self very much
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
This office was wonderful and Dr. Self
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Very friendly & helpful staff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Dr self is the best!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Excellent care and concern by Dr. Self and his team!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2025
It was clearly evident the fluidity and smooth operation within the office. Staff was respectful and courteous to my dad and I. Thank you. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Very professional. Answers questions. Seems very caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr Self is always very kind and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
Both Nurse & MD were knowledgeable and up to date on my records
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
They were very friendly and on time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
I was taken in shortly after I checked in before my appointment time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Very good care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Went great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
Dr Self is wonderful. He has done multiple surgeries on me and I am getting better blood flow now than I have in years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2025
The knowledge, care, and concern of the doctor was very much appreciated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
Overall excellent experience