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Phillip A. Tibbs, MD

  • Emeritus Chair of Neurosurgery
4.9 out of 5
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About

Phillip A. Tibbs is an international authority on treatment of metastatic tumors to the brain and spine and specializes in the treatment of spinal disorders. He has served as President of the Kentucky Neurosurgical Society and the Southern Neurosurgical Society. His avocation is the study of history and he recently completed two terms on the Board of the Bluegrass Trust for Historic Preservation.

Dr. Tibbs is currently Professor and Emeritus Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery of the University of Kentucky, and a Judy and Byron Young Neuroscience Institute Endowed Professor.

Faculty Rank

  • Professor of Neurosurgery, and Rehabilitation Medicine

Training & Education

Degree

University of Kentucky, College of Medicine

Residency

University of Kentucky

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Neurological Surgery

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5
18 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 22nd 2025
    Dr Tibbs is. Wonderful and skilled physician and has always had impeccable class and his experience should be treasured. Many thanks!

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    August 8th 2025
    I will definitely let others know of this wonderful group.

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    August 8th 2025
    Good

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    August 1st 2025
    Very good

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    July 18th 2025
    Dr. Tibbs is an excellent listener and provides excellent care.
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      July 18th 2025
      Very pleased
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      June 20th 2025
      Very easy to understand
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      May 30th 2025
      All good
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      May 23rd 2025
      Good experience! Good to see Dr Tibbs again after 8 years
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      May 9th 2025
      I would highly recommend this doctor!
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      May 2nd 2025
      Very informative, patient. Listened. Excellent provider. Thorough.
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      April 25th 2025
      All good. Dr Tibbs is the best medical communicator I have encountered in my 80 plus years.
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      April 18th 2025
      All good
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      April 11th 2025
      The Dr was very good. His assistant no so much.
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      April 11th 2025
      I was asked if I could live/tolerate it. I wouldn't have scheduled the appointment if it wasn't really bothering me. I felt like I was wasting their time.
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      March 28th 2025
      Good
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      March 21st 2025
      Very interested in getting to the root of my problem ordered tests to get to the problem
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      February 21st 2025
      Would recommend to everyone.