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About Me
Dr. Justin Saunders is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in oculoplastic surgery. He continues a family tradition of eye care, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather who were also ophthalmologists in Lexington.
Dr. Saunders completed his medical education at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and his ophthalmology residency at West Virginia University, where he served as Chief Resident and received honors for academic and teaching excellence. He further specialized with a fellowship in oculoplastic and orbital surgery at Emory University Eye Center, gaining extensive surgical experience.
Since returning to Lexington in 2014, Dr. Saunders has performed thousands of procedures and is dedicated to providing excellent, patient-centered care for conditions affecting the eyelids, orbits, and surrounding facial structures.
Training

Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery
Emory University
Fellowship
Ophthalmology
West Virginia University
Residency
Medical Degree
University of Kentucky
Medical School
Bachelor's of Science
Davidson College
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
Highest OKAP score
West Virginia University
Most Outstanding Teacher
West Virginia University
Resident of the Year
West Virginia University
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- KY, OH
- License Numbers
- 46941, 127828


