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Dr. Joseph Laratta, MD

Dr. Joseph Laratta, MD

Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery*

Dr. Joseph Laratta, MD is a minimally invasive orthopedic spine surgery specialist in Louisville, KY. Dr. Laratta has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension St. Vincent Evansville and Uofl Health Jewish Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 135 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (135 reviews)

Practice

1169 Eastern Pkwy Ste 400 Louisville, KY 40217

Make an Appointment

(502) 413-5777

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Laratta is affiliated with Wabash General Hospital Mount Carmel, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Laratta specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Laratta's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Laratta

4.8

135 ratings, 117 with a written review
5 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
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What could be improved
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1 person found this helpful
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James M. Tofte – Jul 09, 2024
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What went well
  • 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
  • I didn't feel respected
1 person found this helpful
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Donna Caudill – Jun 10, 2024
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Lucas Bish – Mar 12, 2024
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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butchhenryky – Oct 24, 2023
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1 person found this helpful
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Ginger Thoms – Sep 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Chelsea – Sep 23, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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Ronald Levine – Sep 05, 2021
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Allen B – Jun 28, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Jarrod Whirley – Jun 07, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Linda Brown – Jun 06, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Johanna Tobbe – Jun 01, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Debbie Lasley – May 25, 2021
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What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Connie – May 17, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
6 people found this helpful
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Ryan – May 14, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
14 people found this helpful
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carol mcdole – May 12, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Stephen Young – Apr 26, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Richard Eder – Mar 22, 2021
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No results
What could be improved
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3 people found this helpful
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Sherri – Mar 16, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Ray Zeller – Mar 15, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

My philosophy of care is not a viewpoint; it is a commitment. The most important part of patient care lies in the relationship between a physician and patient and the joint effort in accomplishing a desired goal. My role is to provide...read more

biography

Joseph L. Laratta, MD was born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey and graduated from Montville Township High School. Dr. Laratta earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor. With a major in the Biological sciences...read more

  • Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Reconstructive Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Spine Reconstructive Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive Neurological Spine Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Neurosurgical Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery At Western Regional Center For Brain And Spine

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Orthopaedic And Neurosurgical Comprehensive Adult And Pediatric Spine Surgery At Norton Leatherman Spine Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Chief Resident In Orthopaedic Surgery At Columbia University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Orthopaedic Surgery At Columbia University

    Residency Hospital

  • General Surgery At Columbia University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School

  • University Of Michigan - Ann Arbor

    Undergraduate School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Ohio Valley Pain Institute PLLC1169 Eastern Pkwy Ste 400 Louisville, KY 40217
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Office1623 S Preston St Ste 100 Louisville, KY 40217
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Practice

Office3430 Newburg Rd Ste 154 Louisville, KY 40218
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Practice

Norton Leatherman Spine Center-Downtown210 E Gray St Ste 900 Louisville, KY 40202
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension St. Vincent Warrick

    1116 Millis Ave
    Boonville, IN 47601

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

    95%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Wabash General Hospital

    1418 College Dr
    Mount Carmel, IL 62863
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

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

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ascension St. Vincent Evansville

    3700 Washington Ave
    Evansville, IN 47714
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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