Dr. Joel Moncivaiz

Dr. Joel Moncivaiz is a highly experienced physician with 42 years of practice in Family Medicine and Palliative Care. He currently practices at Bluegrass Care Navigators in Lexington, Kentucky, where he specializes in providing compassionate palliative and hospice care, focusing on improving the quality of life for patients with serious, chronic, or life-limiting illnesses. Dr. Moncivaiz’s extensive experience in family medicine and chronic disease management enables him to provide holistic care, focusing on both physical and emotional well-being.

Dr. Moncivaiz has been involved in research focusing on palliative care, hospice care, and chronic disease management. His work aims to improve the quality of life for patients with life-limiting conditions and to develop strategies for better management of symptoms and end-of-life care.

• Excellence in Palliative Care – Kentucky Medical Society (2015)

• Community Health Leadership Award – Lexington Health Foundation (2018)

• Top Palliative Care Physician – Lexington Health Poll (2020)

Dr. Joel Moncivaiz, MD, is a well-respected physician with 42 years of experience in providing family medicine, palliative care, and hospice care. A graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Dr. Moncivaiz has dedicated his career to helping patients manage chronic illnesses and navigate end-of-life care with dignity and comfort. At Bluegrass Care Navigators, he provides compassionate, patient-centered care designed to improve the quality of life for his patients and their families.