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Joshua P. Steiner, MD, FACS, FASMBS

  • Director of Bariatric Surgery
  • General Surgery
4.9 out of 5

Conditions

  • Obesity
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Hiatal hernia
  • Gastrointestinal and small bowel tumors
  • Gallbladder disease
    • Abdominal wall hernias

Procedures Performed

  • Weight loss surgery
  • Weight-loss surgery
  • Advanced intra-abdominal surgery
  • Advanced laparoscopic general surgery
  • Laparoscopic gastric bypass
    • Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
    • Conversion to laparoscopic gastric bypass or laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy from LAP band

About

Dr. Joshua Steiner is Director of Bariatric Surgery at UK HealthCare. He is an experienced bariatric surgeon and advanced laparoscopic general surgeon. Steiner has expertise in endoscopic and laparoscopic bariatric surgery and minimally invasive approaches for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). He is dedicated to studying and researching the disease of obesity. Steiner sees patients at UK HealthCare - Turfland.

Steiner and his wife have three sons and spend most of their free time at their children's football games and martial arts tournaments. He enjoys watching his children compete and seeing the friendships they've developed through sports and competition.

Personal Statement

"I treat every patient like they are a member of my family and give them the time and care I would expect to be given to me and my family."

Faculty Rank

  • Assistant Professor of Surgery
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    Joshua Steiner, MD, FACS, FASMBS
    UK HealthCare Community Connection: 8/19/25
    Joshua Steiner, MD, FACS, FASMBS
    UK HealthCare Community Connection: 8/19/25

Training & Education

Degree

Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa.

Residency

General Surgery, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Ky.

Fellowship

Endoscopic Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, Calif.

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Surgery

Insurance Information

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5
24 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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    September 8th 2025
    Would definitely recommend this doctor and this office

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    August 25th 2025
    Listens and attentive. Concerned about patient and treats them like he would his own family,

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    July 21st 2025
    I will definitely let my friends and family know about the care team

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    June 16th 2025
    I have loved being a patient of Dr. Steiner's for the past 14 years.

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    June 9th 2025
    I have recommended several friends and all have been very satisfied!
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      June 4th 2025
      Good
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      June 2nd 2025
      Had nutritionist meet with me to explain Bariatric vitamins and need for protein, etc. She was very helpful!
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      May 21st 2025
      Wonderful
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      May 12th 2025
      Dr. Steiner is GREAT!!!
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      April 21st 2025
      Excellent
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      April 21st 2025
      Dr Steiner and his team are excellent. They actively listen to any issues I may be having and it's great to feel seen and heard
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      March 24th 2025
      Dr. Steiner is the best!!
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      March 3rd 2025
      As I have mentioned in every opportunity I trust Dr. J. Steiner and greatly appreciate his superb care!
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      February 26th 2025
      I left that day feeling that the doctors cared for me personally. Dr. Steiner answered all my questions patiently.
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      February 19th 2025
      Awesome group. Very caring and professional
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      February 17th 2025
      I would recommend this group of friendly well trained professionals to anyone.
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      January 29th 2025
      Dr. Steiner and his resident/team always take the time to listen to me and explain any concerns or questions I may voice
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      January 27th 2025
      Dr steiner has always been very caring and professional. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
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      January 27th 2025
      Dr listen and agreed with me about my care
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      January 8th 2025
      Dr. Steiner is awesome. He's been my doctor for 19 years. Always patient and kind and he listens to what I'm saying.
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      December 18th 2024
      Excellent doctor
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      December 2nd 2024
      All good.
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      November 25th 2024
      Very knowledgeable and caring and cautious with all health issues
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      November 20th 2024
      I am very pleased with the surgeon Dr. Joshua Steiner. He was very thorough in all our interactions.