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Dr. Joseph Guenther, MD

Dr. Joseph Guenther, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Guenther, MD is a general surgeon in Edgewood, KY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital and St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3 Star Rating (8 reviews)

General Surgery - Edgewood Suite 254 - St. Elizabeth Physicians

20 Medical Village Dr Edgewood, KY 41017

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(859) 344-1512

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Guenther is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital Edgewood, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Guenther specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Guenther's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Guenther

3.0
8 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Gifted Surgeon
Dr. Guenther is a gifted surgeon. After my biopsy was positive for cancer, I met with Dr. Guenter to discuss options. His explanation of my options was clear and he was very patient with my questions. He had the right balance between light hearted and serious. Great bed side manner. His professionalism and talents are top notch.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Becky McFarlan – Dec 21, 2023
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Caring doctor
I trust Dr. Guenther and know that I am in good hands. He takes his time during patient appointments, explains things well and is very patient. Not only has he been doing this for many years, his wife is a breast cancer survivor so I am sure he understands the underlying worry and anxiety that comes with a breast cancer diagnosis.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 21, 2023
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Not doing what is in the best interest of patients
His ego overtakes any potential bedside manner and I would not recommend him to anyone dealing with breast cancer. He recommended a lumpectomy after my THIRD breast cancer diagnosis. I went elsewhere and had a double mastectomy, which probably has saved my life.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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MJH – Mar 09, 2023
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Is 0 stars an option? Dr Guenther operated on my grandfather 3 years ago & ended up taking out a vital organ that ultimately cost my grandpa his life & even told us after he had ended up in the ICU that if he could go back & operate on him again, he would have done everything the exact same… you don’t say that to the family members if your dying patient… the entire faculty of St. Elizabeth Edgewood was awful.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 21, 2021
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Dr. Guenther performed my lumpectomy over 5 years ago. Even though I told him to remove as much of my breast tissue as needed to make sure to remove all of the cancer cells on the first surgery and leave a large, clear margin, he did not. So a month alter I had to go back for a second round of surgery, which never should have happened. Over the years I have encountered pain, numerous lumps and very unsightly scaring. I would not recommend him for any type of breast surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jul 27, 2020
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Dr. Gunther misdiagnosed my breast cancer. I had triple negative breast cancer and he said it was a fibroadenoma. He performed surgery on me twice without getting clear margins. He’s more interested in saving the breast over the patient in my opinion. I have found at least 2 other patients in my journey- all who had original surgery through Dr. Gunther, and all had their cancer come back in the breast.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Dec 01, 2019
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Dr. Joseph Guenther, MD is a general surgeon in Edgewood, KY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Elizabeth...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Michigan / Medical Center

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital

    1 Medical Village Dr
    Edgewood, KY 41017
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital

    4900 Houston Rd
    Florence, KY 41042
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital

    85 N Grand Ave
    Fort Thomas, KY 41075
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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