graves gilbert clinic

YESTERDAY, TODAY, AND TOMORROW

In 1937, G.Y. Graves and J.T. Gilbert forged an unlikely partnership and embarked on a journey the outcome of which no one could have predicted. By 1941, Bowling Green’s first multispecialty group was formed, and, by 1969, the clinic housed 15 of the city’s 37 total physicians.

Today, Graves Gilbert Clinic houses more than 200 providers, representing 30 medical specialties, who continue to lead the way in medical innovation and technology, and serve South Central Kentucky with the same level of care and dedication that their founding fathers promised over 85 years ago when Dr. Graves and Dr. Gilbert shook hands and made a commitment to the future: A commitment to a Lifetime of Care.

With over 1,000 employees, Graves Gilbert Clinic has grown to become one of the area’s largest locallyowned businesses. GGC’s 212 providers, practicing in 36 specialties, make it the largest physician-owned group in the commonwealth. “In 2022 more than 1 million people came through our doors,” said Chris Thorn, CEO of Graves Gilbert Clinic. “We are honored by the significant level of trust placed in our organization. We work hard every day to provide the high-quality care our patients expect and deserve.”

The Clinic has 28 different offices located throughout southern Kentucky, including Glasgow, Franklin, Smiths Grove, Russellville, Morgantown, Lewisburg, Munfordville, Cave City, and multiple locations in Bowling Green. In 2020, The Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) identified Graves Gilbert Clinic as the only group out of 2,600 groups in the country to achieve all of the MGMA patient quality and financial measures. During a pandemic in 2021, Graves Gilbert Clinic also earned MGMA’s Superior Performer status and was recognized by the Hospital Financial Management Associated (HFMA) as one of the top 5 groups in the country.

BY DEBBIE DIAMOND

GGC now has a total of seven walk in care locations, including the Family Care Center on Nashville Road, which houses specialists in the areas of allergy, pediatrics, family medicine, rheumatology, and more. The Clinic continues to be very active in working with other great healthcare providers and industries in Warren County and South Central Kentucky to ensure Graves Gilbert offers the highest level of service.

Adding to its increased convenience is the Clinic’s fully equipped laboratory, diagnostic imaging, and radiology, as well as 3D mammography, low-dose CT scanning, largebore MRIs, and extended hours – seven days a week, 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Graves Gilbert Clinic is proud to offer lab and radiology services that are identified by most insurance carriers as the low-cost provider in our area.

Due to regulatory changes and national legislative initiatives, many providers seek larger organizations to help with and streamline administrative tasks. Having been a part of the South Central Kentucky community since 1937, Graves Gilbert Clinic is well-positioned to provide such services.

For over 85 years, families have entrusted their care to Graves Gilbert Clinic’s distinguished physicians and staff. Graves Gilbert continues to regularly add new providers in primary care and multi-specialty areas to meet the growing needs of our patients.