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Sheila P. Sanders, MD

Vice Chairman, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Director, Glaucoma Service
| 4.94 out of 5
176 ratings | 40 comments
Dr. Sheila Sanders
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Specialties

  • Ophthalmology (Advanced Eye Care)

  • About

    Personal Statement

    Before I entered medical school, I earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing at Vanderbilt. I believe my nursing background makes me a better doctor. I strive to get to know my patients and address individual concerns. Communication is key. As much as I like spending time with patients, my favorite days are spent in the operating room, because I like to fix things. 

    Outside medicine, I love spending time with my family. We often travel to Montana or the beach. I am a proud founder of the Tri For Sight triathlon, and I especially enjoy swimming.

    Faculty Rank

    Associate Professor of Ophthalmology

    Degree

    University of Kentucky, College of Medicine

    Residency

    University of Kentucky

    Fellowship

    Glaucoma, Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis

    Certifications and Special Training

    American Board of Ophthalmology

  • Ratings & Reviews

    | 4.94 out of 5
    176 ratings |40 comments

    The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    March, 2020
    This department is one of the best at UK. In every area.

    March, 2020
    This was a very well run facility in every sense that I saw.

    March, 2020
    I think the Dr.Sanders is an awesome Doctor .she always listens to all concerns that we may have and gives us the best possible answers,I Highly recommend this Doctor

    March, 2020
    GOOD EXPERIENCE WITH PROVIDER

    February, 2020
    excellent care

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  • Locations

    Advanced Eye Care

    Shriners Hospitals for Children Medical Center — Lexington
    Shriners Hospitals for Children Medical Center — Lexington
    110 Conn Terrace
    Fourth and Fifth Floors
    Lexington, KY 40508
    Call 859-323-5867
    Fax 859-323-8510 (General) and 859-257-6718 (Referring Providers)

    (Primary eye care and all subspecialty eye care)

    Find directions to this facility from all major highways.

    Eye Center–Richmond

    UK HealthCare Eye Center - Richmond
    920 Barnes Mills Road
    Suite D
    Richmond, KY 40475
    Call 859-624-3937 (EYES)

    (Cornea and external diseases, glaucoma, pediatric ophthalmology, primary eye care, retina and vitreous disorders) 

    Ophthalmology–VAMC

    Veterans Affairs Medical Center
    Veterans Affairs Medical Center
    1101 Veterans Way
    Lexington, KY 40502
    Call 859-281-4900
    Call 859-233-4511
    Georgetown Eye Care
    103 South Bradford Lane
    Suite 102
    Georgetown, KY 40324
    Call 502-863-3112

    (Cornea and external diseases, glaucoma, oculoplastics, pediatric ophthalmology and retina and vitreous disorders)

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