Summary

Dr. John W. Kitchens, MD, a graduate of Indiana University School of Medicine, served his ophthalmology residency at the University of Iowa Hospital and was the Chief Resident at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. A recipient of the “Rhett Buckler” Award, Dr. Kitchens specializes in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic vascular disease treatment, also making significant contributions to retinal surgery innovation.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 27 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 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 
27 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Lexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KYLincoln , NE
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Joan C Edwards School Of Medicine At Marshall University Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Kitchens

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Denver Health Medical Plan
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Priority Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Kitchens has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Kitchens has the following 13 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Medical School

Indiana University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1999

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. John Kitchens affiliated with?
Dr. John Kitchens is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Central Kentucky.
Where is Dr. John Kitchens's office located?
Dr. John Kitchens's office is located at 120 N Eagle Creek Dr Ste 500, Lexington, KY, 40509.
Does Dr. John Kitchens accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Kitchens has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. John Kitchens speak?
Dr. John Kitchens speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. John Kitchens accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Kitchens accepts on their Vitals profile.

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