

Ophthalmology
John Kitchens, M.D.
Lexington, KY
John W. Kitchens, MD received his undergraduate degree from the University of Evansville, and his Doctor of Medicine degree from Indiana University School of Medicine. He served his ophthalmology residency at the University of Iowa Hospital. He completed his fellowship and was the Chief Resident at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami. Dr. Kitchens is listed in Castle Connolly's Top Doctors, America's Top Ophthalmologists and Best Doctors in America. He enjoys speaking both nationally and intern
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Education & Training
- BS: University of Evansville
- MD: Indiana University School of Medicine
- Residency: Ophthalmology, University of Iowa Hospital
- Fellowship (Chief Resident): Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Retina & Vitreous
Conditions & Treatments
Retinal DiseasesMacular DegenerationRetinal Detachment
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Highlands Arh Regional Medical Center
- Saint Joseph London
- Morgan County Arh Hospital
- Baptist Health Lexington
- Paintsville Arh Hospital
Experience
25+ years in practice