MD

Completion of residency in Ophthalmology and Fellowship in surgical retina subspecialty

Board certified or board eligible in Ophthalmology.

Current license to practice medicine in state of Kentucky, or eligibility to obtain license prior to appointment.

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Kentucky, College of Medicine is seeking a board certified or board eligible Ophthalmologist with experience in the subspecialty of Retinal & Vitreous Eye Disease to meet the medical and academic needs of the department. The successful candidate will join a group of physicians that are committed to excellence in clinical care, instruction, scholarly activity and professional development in a robust and growing practice across eastern and southeastern Kentucky.

The primary responsibility of the individual in this position is to enhance the clinical practice of the Department of Ophthalmology. This person will be responsible for providing direct patient care, serving as an attending physician, and supervise fellows, residents and students. The individual in this position is expected to provide, develop and maintain clinical services as well as develop academic pursuits. A large endowment exists to support those with a research interest in macular degeneration.

Please include an updated CV and cover letter when applying to this position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants may contact Andrew Pearson, MD at 859-323-5868 or via email apear1@uky.edu to discuss the position further.

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