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Family Medicine Doctors in Kentucky

Family doctors care for people of every age, from children to grandparents, and are often the first stop for any health question. Below are 48 family medicine doctors practising in Kentucky, across Louisville, Lexington, Pikeville, Fort Campbell, Paducah and Madisonville, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Family Medicine Doctors in Kentucky

  1. Patrick-Jason Panzu, MD Family Medicine Louisville, KY 40202
  2. Bhoodev P. Sharma, MBBS Family Medicine Lexington, KY 40505
  3. William W. Willis, DO Family Medicine Pikeville, KY 41501
  4. John M. Wilson, MD Family Medicine Fort Campbell, KY 42223
  5. Ethan P. Walker, MD Family Medicine Paducah, KY 42003
  6. Kent E. Jones, MD Family Medicine Madisonville, KY 42431
  7. Mark D. Sander, MD Family Medicine Florence, KY 41042
  8. Gary J. Wahl, MD Family Medicine Owensboro, KY 42303
  9. Kevin J. Willis, MD Family Medicine Ashland, KY 41101
  10. Alexander P. Moore, DO Family Medicine Glasgow, KY 42141
  11. Gerald R. Rightmyer, MD Family Medicine Henderson, KY 42420
  12. Shandy M. Karrick, DO Family Medicine Richmond, KY 40475
  13. Hamid Helmi, MD Family Medicine Hazard, KY 41701
  14. Emily Ross, MD Family Medicine Bowling Green, KY 42101
  15. Cody A. Van Linge, MD Family Medicine Edgewood, KY 41017
  16. Melissa D. Haddix, DO Family Medicine Corbin, KY 40701
  17. Anesh V. Badiwala, MD Family Medicine Elizabethtown, KY 42701
  18. Chonna L. Walsh, APRN, FNPBC Family Medicine Somerset, KY 42501
  19. Alexander H. Wade Family Medicine Nicholasville, KY 40356
  20. Vickie C. Chan, MD Family Medicine Highland Heights, KY 41076
  21. Hugh Hall, MD Family Medicine Bardstown, KY 40004
  22. Shelley B. Stanko, MD Family Medicine London, KY 40741
  23. Heather K. Helphinstine, APRN Family Medicine Morehead, KY 40351
  24. Parth H. Shah, MD Family Medicine Hopkinsville, KY 42240
  25. Nathan L. Moore, MD Family Medicine Paris, KY 40361
  26. Rebecca D. Hammond, MD Family Medicine Mount Vernon, KY 40456
  27. Richard A. Malubay, MD Family Medicine Fort Knox, KY 40121
  28. John D. Stewart, MD Family Medicine Frankfort, KY 40601
  29. Sarah A. Parrish, MD Family Medicine Radcliff, KY 40160
  30. Kenneth R. Gravett, DO Family Medicine Shelbyville, KY 40065
  31. Richard A. Hefner, DO Family Medicine Crestwood, KY 40014
  32. Jonathan M. Tackett, DO Family Medicine Prestonsburg, KY 41653
  33. Casie Wiley, MD, MPH Family Medicine Newport, KY 41071
  34. Lindy Nettleton Family Medicine Grayson, KY 41143
  35. Melissa J. Moore, MD Family Medicine Covington, KY 41011
  36. Derrick H. Williams, DO Family Medicine Berea, KY 40403
  37. Stephanie A. Stirrat, MD Family Medicine Taylor Mill, KY 41015
  38. Michael P. Hall, MD Family Medicine Georgetown, KY 40324
  39. Richard J. Hempel, MD Family Medicine Danville, KY 40422
  40. Kelli J. Montgomery, DO Family Medicine Paintsville, KY 41240
  41. George L. Gallenstein, MD Family Medicine Maysville, KY 41056
  42. Brian J. Walters, MD Family Medicine Union, KY 41091
  43. Anne T. Donovan, MD Family Medicine Walton, KY 41094
  44. Richard W. Bailey, MD Family Medicine Williamsburg, KY 40769
  45. Amanda L. Herrell, DO Family Medicine Barbourville, KY 40906
  46. Zachary J. Grove, MD Family Medicine Lakeside Park, KY 41017
  47. Jeremy M. Johnston, MD Family Medicine Ft Wright, KY 41011
  48. Bobby J. Brooks, MD Family Medicine Campbellsville, KY 42718

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a family medicine doctor

Common reasons

  • Check-ups and preventive care for the whole family
  • Colds, infections and minor injuries
  • Long-term conditions
  • Children's and women's health
  • Referrals to specialists

Signs it may be time

  • You want one doctor for your whole household
  • Something new has come up and you are not sure who to see
  • You need a referral to a specialist
  • You are due for a check-up or screening

How to get the most from your family medicine doctor visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • Vaccination records, especially for children
2

During: questions to ask

  • Is this something you can treat, or should I see a specialist?
  • What screenings am I due for at my age?
  • What would make you want to see me sooner?
  • How do I reach the office between visits?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • New symptoms and when they started
  • How you feel after any change your doctor suggested
  • Questions as they come up, so none are forgotten

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

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Questions

How do I find a family medicine doctor in Kentucky?

This page lists 48 family medicine doctors practising in Kentucky, including Louisville, Lexington, Pikeville, Fort Campbell, Paducah and Madisonville, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a family medicine doctor in Kentucky?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first family medicine doctor appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; Vaccination records, especially for children.

Can a family medicine doctor be my primary care doctor?

Yes. Family medicine doctors are primary care doctors for people of all ages.

Do family doctors see children?

Yes. Unlike internists, family medicine doctors are trained to care for children as well as adults.

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