Summary

Dr. Peter Blackburn is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in medical and surgical eye care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and brings 29 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Blackburn speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Blackburn practices at multiple locations throughout Kentucky, including Lexington, Corbin, Morehead, Jackson, and Maysville. He is affiliated with several leading medical centers, including the University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Medical Center and Kentucky Children's Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye conditions. He performs advanced procedures such as retinal imaging and anti-VEGF treatments to help preserve and improve patients' vision. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 29 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 8 hospital affiliations
  • 15 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Peter James Blackburn has 15 locations

University Of Kentucky Advanced Eye Care

110 Conn Ter Fl 4Lexington, KY 40508
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kentucky Eye Institute Corbin

65 E City Dam RdCorbin, KY 40701
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kentucky Eye Institute Psc

333 Beacon Hill Rd Ste 200Morehead, KY 40351
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pediatric Specialty Care In Lexington

110 Conn TerLexington, KY 40508
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kentucky Childrens Hospital

1000 S LimestoneLexington, KY 40506

University Of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital

310 S LimestoneLexington, KY 40508

Baptist Health Corbin

1 Trillium WayCorbin, KY 40701

Meadowview Regional Medical Center

989 Medical Park DrMaysville, KY 41056

Kentucky Eye Institute Lexington

601 Perimeter Dr Ste 100Lexington, KY 40517
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kentucky Eye Institute Maysville

1937 Old Main St Ste 1Maysville, KY 41056
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kentucky Eye Institute Jackson

100 HIGHWAY 15 S STE 108JACKSON, KY 41339
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center

800 ROSE ST FL 2LEXINGTON, KY 40536

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3.9 
29 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Lexington , KYLexington , KYJeffersonville , INLexington , KY
Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter James Blackburn

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter James Blackburn has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter James Blackburn has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retinoblastoma
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity
  • Surgery
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Colorado School Of MedicineGraduated in 1997

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