OUR MISSION

The mission of UK Ophthalmology is to support the growth of medical students by providing clinical and surgical exposure while working alongside various subspecialties. Within this program, we offer a wide variety of hands-on learning, involvement in residency didactics, and research opportunities.
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As a medical student at the University of Kentucky, I appreciated the excellent training opportunities that the program offers. We see a broad spectrum of pathology from across the commonwealth and have ample opportunities to improve our surgical and...

Nick Fowler, MD
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Overview

 

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Kentucky is dedicated to improving eye health and knowledge throughout the Appalachian area. Specializing in all areas of ophthalmology, the University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital is nationally ranked.  Our educational program includes ophthalmology residency programs, fellowship programs, and medical student programs.


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Faculty and Staff

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Advanced Eye Care

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Students

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Director of Medical Student Education

Dr. Lucy Franklin, MD 

Comprehensive Ophthalmology

 

Administrative Staff

 

  • Shelby Lynn
Medical Education Division
110 Conn Terrace, Ste. 550
Lexington, KY 40508