Summary

Dr. Belinda Shirkey is an ophthalmologist with specialized expertise in retinal conditions and eye diseases. They earned their medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed their residency training at the prestigious Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital in New York. With 33 years of clinical experience, Dr. Shirkey has developed deep expertise in treating complex retinal disorders. They are fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing them to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Shirkey practices at Retina Associates of Kentucky in Lexington, where they focus on treating serious eye conditions that can affect vision. They specialize in managing age-related macular degeneration, which is a leading cause of vision loss in older adults. Dr. Shirkey also provides expert care for diabetic retinopathy and other diabetic eye diseases that can develop as complications of diabetes. Their procedural expertise includes advanced retinal treatments and management of uveitis, an inflammatory eye condition. Patients rate Dr. Shirkey 4.1 out of 5 stars for their care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 33 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Manhattan Eye Ear And Throat Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Retina Associates of Kentucky

120 N Eagle Creek Dr Ste 500Lexington, KY 40509
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

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.1 
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33 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Lexington , KYLexington , KYMorehead , KYRichmond , KY
Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Karl-Franzens Univ Of Graz Med Fac Austria
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Belinda Shirkey

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cox HealthPlans
  • Devoted Health
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Sana
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Belinda Shirkey has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Belinda Shirkey has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Manhattan Eye Ear And Throat Hospital

Medical School

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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What languages does Dr. Belinda Shirkey speak?
Dr. Belinda Shirkey speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. Belinda Shirkey's office located?
Dr. Belinda Shirkey's office is located at 120 N Eagle Creek Dr Ste 500, Lexington, KY, 40509.

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