
Dr. Kenneth R Smith M.D.
Ophthalmologist
9700 Park Plaza Ave Unit 103 Suite 205 Louisville KY, 40241About
Kenneth R. Smith, MD, FACS, is a well-versed ophthalmologist who diagnoses and treats patients at his private practice, KS Eye Works, in Louisville, KY. Furthermore, he has staff memberships at several local hospitals, including Joffe MediCenter. And, he is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Louisville Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. As an ophthalmologist, he specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Dr. Smith has an impressive professional journey that spans nineteen years. His areas of expertise are LASIK procedures, as well as lens and cataract procedures. Dr. Smith has been honored with the Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2014, 2015, 2016), the On-Time Doctor Award (2015), and the Patients’ Choice Award (2008, 2009, 2013, 2015) by vitals.com. Dr. Smith dedicates his spare time to reading, his family. A former competitive basketball player, he also enjoys attending various sporting events.
Education and Training
University of Louisville School of Medicine 1997
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Associate Professor of Ophthalmology University of Louisville Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences -
Awards
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition 2016 Vitals.com
- On-Time Doctor Award 2015 Vitals.com
- Patients’ Choice Award 2013 Vitals.com
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Lupus
- Chalazion
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Conjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Syndrome
Professional Memberships
- Louisville Academy of Ophthalmology
- International Society of Refractive Surgery
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
Internships
- Charleston Area Med Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the International Society of Refractive Surgery, the Louisville Academy of Ophthalmology, the Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology
Dr. Kenneth R Smith M.D.'s Practice location
K S Eye Works
9700 Park Plaza Ave Unit 103 Suite 205 -Louisville, KY 40241Get Direction
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Get to know Ophthalmologists Dr. Kenneth R. Smith, who serves the population of Kentucky.
Speciality: Ophthalmology, LASIK procedures
College: West Virginia Wesleyan College
Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine
Hospital Affiliation: Joffe MediCenter and the University of Louisville
Education: Dr. Smith completed his undergraduate from the West Virginia Wesleyan College. He then graduated with honors from the University of Louisville School of Medicine with his Medical Degree.
Experience: After obtaining his Medical Degree Dr. Smith initially conducted an internship in general surgery before further specializing with an ophthalmology residency at the University of Louisville. During his training, Dr. Smith was honored to be selected as chief resident among his peers. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. To stay up to date in his field he remains a professional member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, International Society of Refractive Surgery, Louisville Academy of Ophthalmology, Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Current Position: Dr. Smith practices with his private practice, K S Eye Works. His is also affiliated with Joffe MediCenter, and serves as an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Louisville Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.
Ophthalmology: The specialization of the comprehensive medical and surgical care of the eyes and vision. Ophthalmologists are the only practitioners medically trained to diagnose and treat all eye and visual problems including vision services, glasses and contacts, and provide treatment and prevention of medical disorders of the eye including surgery.
Personal: A native of Frankfort, Kentucky, Dr. Smith and his family have lived in Louisville for over 15 years. An active member of his church and the community at large, Dr. Smith is passionate about his city and considers it a privilege to practice ophthalmology in the Louisville market. An avid reader, Dr. Smith enjoys spending time with his children and various sporting events. In fact, his reputation as a competitive basketball player on the court is eclipsed only by his reputation as a wonderful surgeon and physician.
Learn More about Dr. Kenneth R. Smith
Through his private Practice K S Eye Works, where he can be contacted at (502) 429-3937 and is located at Louisville, Kentucky, and through his profile with Joffe MediCenter, https://www.joffemedicenter.com/lasik-eye-surgery-near-you/louisville/surgeon-kenneth-smith/ he can be contacted at 1.877.815.6333, and is located in Louisville, Kentucky.
Additional Information
Kenneth R. Smith, MD, FACS, is a Leading Ophthalmologist with KS Eye Works in Louisville, KY
Kenneth R. Smith, MD, FACS, is a well-versed ophthalmologist who diagnoses and treats patients at his private practice, KS Eye Works, in Louisville, KY. Furthermore, he has staff memberships at several local hospitals, including Joffe MediCenter. And, he is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Louisville Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. As an ophthalmologist, he specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Dr. Smith has an impressive professional journey that spans nineteen years. His areas of expertise are LASIK procedures, as well as lens and cataract procedures. Dr. Smith has been honored with the Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2014, 2015, 2016), the On-Time Doctor Award (2015), and the Patients’ Choice Award (2008, 2009, 2013, 2015) by vitals.com. Dr. Smith dedicates his spare time to reading, his family. A former competitive basketball player, he also enjoys attending various sporting events. For more information about Dr. Kenneth Smith, please visit https://www.kseyeworks.com/about-dr-smith.
Kenneth R. Smith, MD, FACS, attended the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Louisville, KY, and received his medical degree in 1997. Then, he served his internship at Charleston Area Medical Center – WVSOM (1997-1998) and conducted his ophthalmology residency at the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Louisville, KY (1998-2001), where he was elected Chief Resident. In addition, Dr. Smith received board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Smith remains an active member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the International Society of Refractive Surgery, the Louisville Academy of Ophthalmology, the Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Moreover, he attained fellowship of the American College of Surgeons. Prior to medical school, he acquired his undergraduate degree at West Virginia Wesleyan College. For more information about Dr. Kenneth Smith, please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/2085299-Kenneth-Smith-ophthalmologist-Louisville-KY-40241.
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