About
Dr. Brad Cottrell is a board-certified emergency medicine physician who treats patients of all ages across emergency and urgent care settings. He earned his board certification from the American Board of Emergency Medicine in 2012 and holds ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications alongside OSHA-30 and CLIA credentials. A. from the University of Louisville.
Dr. Brad Cottrell brings hands-on occupational medicine leadership to WorldClinic. He served as Occupational Medicine Medical Director for GE Appliance Park, where he partnered with plant leadership on injury case management, pre-hire evaluations, and employee health initiatives. His mission centers on high-quality, team-based care that prioritizes patient safety and supports individuals, families, and workforces. That philosophy fits directly within WorldClinic's focus on employer and executive health.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Louisville, B.A.
Medical School
University of Louisville
Additional Training
M.S., University of Louisville; Occupational Medicine Medical Director experience
Certifications
Who is Dr. Cottrell right for?
Dr. Cottrell is a strong fit for patients across all age groups who need emergency or urgent medical support. Employers and workforce health programs benefit from his occupational medicine directorship experience. Patients managing workplace injuries or health risk programs will find his background directly applicable. His team-based philosophy makes him well suited to patients who want a physician invested in their broader safety and well-being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Brad Cottrell specializes in emergency medicine and brings additional expertise in occupational medicine. He treats patients of all ages across emergency, urgent care, and workplace health settings.
Yes. Dr. Cottrell has held board certification from the American Board of Emergency Medicine since 2012. He also maintains ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications, along with OSHA-30 and CLIA credentials.
A. from the University of Louisville. He built his clinical career in emergency and occupational medicine settings following graduation.
Dr. Cottrell served as Occupational Medicine Medical Director for GE Appliance Park. In that role, he partnered with plant leadership on injury case management, pre-hire evaluations, and employee health programs.
Dr. Cottrell sees patients of all ages with acute and urgent medical needs. He also works with employers and workforce health programs, drawing on his occupational medicine background to support workplace safety and injury management.
Dr. Cottrell focuses on high-quality, team-based care that prioritizes patient safety. He applies that philosophy to individuals, families, and workforces, with an emphasis on clear communication and coordinated clinical response.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026