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Robert E. Ellis, MD

Internal Medicine

9115 Leesgate Road Suite C, Louisville, KY
4.8/5 | 19 reviews
Hospital Affiliations
Baptist Hospital East, KentuckyOne Health
Dr. Ellis

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MDVIP Annual Membership Fee
MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.
Quarterly
$537.50*
Semi-Annual
$1,075.00*
Annual
$2,150.00*
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About Robert E. Ellis, MD

My goal is to manage and anticipate your unique healthcare needs. As an MDVIP-affiliated doctor, I will partner with you on a personal level to help you achieve the optimal health we all value. We will closely collaborate on what it takes to stay on the path to wellness. You will feel welcomed by the relaxed, individualized attention you will receive from everyone in our office.

Residency

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY
Internal Medicine 1977-1978
Chief Resident 1978-1979

Internship

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY
Internal Medicine 1976-1977

Medical School

University of Louisville School of Medicine
Louisville, KY
Doctorate of Medicine 1976

Postgraduate

Yale University
New Haven, CT
Master of Arts, Religious Studies 1967

Undergraduate

Centre College
Danville, KY
Bachelor of Arts, English, Cum Laude 1964

Baptist Hospital East
KentuckyOne Health

U.S. Army 1st Lieutenant Infantry 1968-1971

Farming, saddlebred horses, motorcycling, opera, meditation

Benefits of joining Dr. Ellis's practice with MDVIP

MDVIP Wellness Program
Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.
Better Doctor-Patient Relationship
97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).
Same/Next-Day Appointments
See Dr. Ellis quickly and take your time during each appointment.
Reachable 24/7
Reach Dr. Ellis by phone after-hours and on weekends.
Smaller Practice Size
MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.
Your Dedicated Doctor
See Dr. Ellis when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant
Travel Benefits
If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.
Medical Centers of Excellence
For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions
Better Health Outcomes
Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

The office of Robert E. Ellis, MD

Primary Office
9115 Leesgate Road Suite C
Louisville, KY 40222
(502) 719-0782
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Hours
Mon 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tue 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thu 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Dr R. Ellis came to my rescue, having serious back pain, with consistent electrical shock spasms pain,& my surgery being delayed weeks, I called Dr Ellis to admit me to the hospital. This action got the attention of the surgeon & emergency surgery was scheduled the next day. Dr Ellis is always available
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Jack
March 24, 2024
Dr. Ellis goes above and beyond EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. He is not only brilliant in being able to diagnose, he listens and HEARS me. He cares. He is compassionate. He knows that healing goes far beyond numbers and a stethoscope. He IS the reason I am able to continue to work and be a contributing member of society. If it weren’t for him, I would likely either have passed away or be on disability. I…
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Laura
March 10, 2024
I have been with Dr. Ellis for nearly 20 years now. I believe it's vital to have absolute trust in a primary care doctor. I have that with Dr. Ellis. He listens to me, is never condescending and has always given me plenty of time to explain any complaints, medical or otherwise. In the very rare cases when we have disagreed, he has always listened to my reasoning. I know he'll refer…
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Judith
February 25, 2024
My experience with Dr. Robert E. Ellis goes back many years when he first opened his practice. I had a heart condition at the time. Dr. Ellis sent me to a Cardioligist who determined that I had blockage in my right coronary artery, he put me on medication to open the artery and this worked for quite some time. Dr. Ellis put me on cholesterol medication and he followed up with blood tests…
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William
March 27, 2020

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03/21/2025 – Be E
Dr Ellis is a wonderful doctor. He is caring and knowledgeable. I am so very satisfied with his skill, his demeanor and how he cares for his patients. I am very satisfied and fortunate to have him as my doctor.
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03/20/2025 – Betsy Foreman
Dr. Ellis listens carefully to my questions and explains treatment in an easy to understand manner.
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02/08/2025 – Mark Roberts
My Mom had a lot of medical issues going on for the past several years. My Dad also has some problems. Dr. Ellis's response to emergences is great. I have had to make quite a lot of after hours, nights, and weekend calls to him regarding them. He always answers or calls back very quickly. His bedside manner is wonderful. I am fairly healthy and he works with me to stay that way thru regular exams, checkups and bloodwork.
Dr. Ellis has my highest respect.
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02/05/2025 – Becky Freedman
Dr. Ellis and his staff are great! I’ve been going to him for a short time but l’m very impressed with him and his staff they are caring and compassionate.
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01/29/2024 – Annie Maheux
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02/22/2022 – GORDON WOODS
Apart from his expert medical knowledge, Dr Ellis has a wonderful personality , and makes you feel at ease the moment he meets you.
He always asks about my family whenever I visit , and even remembers their names ! A mention should also be made of his staff, who run the office, in a very professional , and efficient manner .
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02/17/2022 – Ishmus Hill
Not only does Dr. Ellis actively listen to what I have to say-he solicits information needed to provide comprehensive care. It's really refreshing to have a doctor that does not make you feel like he has other patients to see. His office staff is responsive to my needs and concerns and make me feel like a person, rather than an illness. I cannot imagine not having Dr. Ellis and his Office Staff providing my medical needs.
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03/09/2020 – Judith Schleicher
I've been with Dr Ellis for 13+ years. He has always returned phone calls promptly & I've always been able to get an appointment quickly. He has never hesitated to refer me to a specialist when needed. He is easy to talk to and actually listens. He is exactly what a doctor should be.
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02/08/2020 – Brink Bloembergen
I have a great amount of trust and respect for Dr. Ellis. He has overseen my medical needs for more than a decade. He takes the time to explain my health and medicines thoroughly. Always makes sure that I am comfortable with "next steps" whether it be prescriptions, tests or seeing specialists to address a health issue. I feel a real sense of comfort knowing that he just a phone call away.
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03/08/2019 – Order Dispatched
Always treated with respect.
Dr Ellis takes time to explain everything and is interested in “the whole person.”
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03/01/2019 – Mel Arnold
Dr Ellis is an extremely professional and competent medical adviser and caregiver. I consider him as a friend who is focused on my good health and well-being. He and his staff respond quickly to any inquiries or medical needs I experience.
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10/29/2018 – Harold Dillingham
Dr. Ellis has been my primary care physician since 1980. He is a wonderful diagnostician and has been able to either diagnose or responsible for me being diagnosed with diabetes, stage 3 renal impairment, aneurysm in the brain that required surgery and diagnosed with COPD. I have no doubt that without Dr. Ellis being my primary care physician I would not be still having a good quality of life. He is so caring about his patients. I can call Dr. Ellis anytime day or night and he will immediately call me back. I do frequent traveling throughout the United States and when I call him he will even send prescriptions to a pharmacy where I am to help in taking care of my condition. I am 100% satisfied with Dr. Ellis. If anyone is looking for a caring, professional and dedicated physician, I recommend him as that doctor. Respectfully submitted, Harold Dillingham
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10/10/2018 – C Nafzger
Dr. Robert E. Ellis, MD,
We wish to thank you for always being there. Not only our doctor, also a friend. You have helped us so much in time of need and times we just wanted someone we could trust.
By the way your staff is wonderful.
Carl and Wanda Nafzger
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10/30/2017 – Dennis Bryan
Been with Dr Ellis for many years. His MDVIP
practice is great. Due to family genetics i need help in staying healthy. Dr Ellis is very knowledgeable about the latest ways to keep me healthy. His staff is great. Very glad I followed him to MDVIP. Never waited over 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

**The message above is a personal introduction from the physician, intended to help you get to know them better. The views, opinions, and statements expressed above are solely those of the physician and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of MDVIP. This content is intended for general background purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any mentions of expertise or quality of care are personal expressions and should not be interpreted as guarantees of performance or outcomes.