Summary

Dr. Marsha Penn is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly five decades to caring for patients with eye and vision conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed her residency training at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. With 48 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Penn has built extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye disorders. She provides care in English for her patients.

Dr. Penn practices at Saint Joseph Hospital and Chi Saint Joseph East, with locations serving patients in Lexington and Georgetown, Kentucky. Her primary practice is at Bluegrass Eyecare Center, where she focuses on comprehensive eye care services. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average score of 4.9 out of 5 for the quality of care she provides. She brings decades of specialized knowledge to help patients maintain and improve their vision health.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 48 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Marsha Kay Penn has 3 locations

Bluegrass Eyecare Center Pllc

715 Shaker Dr Ste 120Lexington, KY 40504
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

Saint Joseph Hospital

1 Saint Joseph DrLexington, KY 40504

Bluegrass Eyecare Center Of Georgetown

112 Osbourne WayGeorgetown, KY 40324
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Marsha Kay Penn, MDDr. Andrew James FinkDr. Shaden Hamdy Fathy YassinJohn Kitchens, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
4.1 
48 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Lexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KY
Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Marsha Kay Penn

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Marsha Kay Penn has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Marsha Kay Penn has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Dr. Marsha Kay Penn holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Penn's NPI number is 1255386009.

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Where is Dr. Marsha Penn's office located?
Dr. Marsha Penn's office is located at 715 Shaker Dr Ste 120, Lexington, KY, 40504.
Which hospitals is Dr. Marsha Penn affiliated with?
Dr. Marsha Penn is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital and Chi Saint Joseph East.

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