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Kentucky Children’s Hospital is now Golisano Children’s at UK.

Jay S. Grider, DO, PhD, MBA

  • CEO, Kentucky Medical Services Foundation
  • Chief Physician Executive, UK HealthCare
4.87 out of 5

About

Faculty Rank

  • Professor of Anesthesiology

Training & Education

Degree

Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Athens

Residency

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, Columbus
University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Lexington

Fellowship

Chronic Pain Medicine, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Lexington

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Anesthesiology
American Board of Anesthesiology, Pain Management

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Patient Stories

Ratings & Reviews

4.87 out of 5
30 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    August 14th 2025
    Great doctor. Listens to you and is caring

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    July 30th 2025
    The whole staff is great

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    July 23rd 2025
    I would recommend this care provider to anyone who is experiencing pain. They really do care about your pain and will try as hard as they can to help you out of your pain

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    July 16th 2025
    Very good

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    July 3rd 2025
    Very likely to recommend the Doctor
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      May 29th 2025
      Dr. Grider is very good at explaining my back issues and what procedures would help. There was no pressure to make a decision right away.
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      May 8th 2025
      Everything is fine
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      May 8th 2025
      Dr. Grider explained things so we could understand and was helpful with all questions and wasn't rushing out the door.
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      April 23rd 2025
      Doctor was outstanding with excellent communication skills with patient. He shared much information about pain situation patient has and was very positive in responding to patient concerns. He gave patient hope that there may be wsys in treating constant pain.
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      April 10th 2025
      Dr Grider was professional and caring. He explained treatment options and listened to my thoughts.
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      April 10th 2025
      Awful and felted a little prejudice towards my pain
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      March 26th 2025
      Good
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      March 20th 2025
      Good
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      March 20th 2025
      Dr. Grider spent a lot of time explaining my X-rays and treatment options. He drew a table to explain my issues and treatment options. He listened to my concerns and answered my questions and concerns. I think he Is quite an amazing doctor.
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      March 19th 2025
      Every experience I've had there has been good
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      March 10th 2025
      The whole experience was fantastic. Thank you
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      March 6th 2025
      Dr. Grider was very knowledgable and explained everything in detail.
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      March 5th 2025
      Dr. Grider went over ways to help and contacted rep while in the room with me to discuss and arrange a change.
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      February 26th 2025
      For the first time in15 years I have hope for a.pain free or reduced pain future.
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      February 18th 2025
      Very professional. He made sure I was in as less pain during the procedure.
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      February 18th 2025
      Doctor was very concerned and caring with me
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      February 13th 2025
      Dr Grider was great even more so consider wait he was doing!
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      February 12th 2025
      Communication was aggressive, unprofessional and demeaning.
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      January 24th 2025
      The staff at pain clinic is amazing
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      January 23rd 2025
      Love Dr grider
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      January 15th 2025
      All good
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      January 10th 2025
      Doctor Grider is amazing how he explained and he looking for the best of health
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      December 27th 2024
      I have already recommended to people who need the same service that I had.
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      December 20th 2024
      Very well taken care of.
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      December 18th 2024
      Good