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Peter J. Blackburn, M.D. is an accomplished board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases. He is currently an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Kentucky, where he has been a faculty member since 2004. He also holds a joint appointment as an Associate Professor of Pediatrics. With a strong background in clinical care, research, and education, Dr. Blackburn has dedicated his career to advancing the diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions such as ocular tumors, retinopathy of prematurity, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and uveitis.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Union College in Lincoln, NE, where he was recognized as the Division of Business Graduate of the Year. He went on to receive his medical degree from the University of Colorado Health Science Center, followed by a transitional internship at Kettering Medical Center in Dayton, OH. Dr. Blackburn then completed his ophthalmology residency at the Rocky Mountain Lion’s Eye Institute at the University of Colorado. He advanced his training with a retina and vitreous diseases fellowship at the University of Kentucky.
Over the years, he has been involved in numerous clinical trials and research studies, and his work has been featured in leading journals such as Archives of Ophthalmology and the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He regularly presents at national conferences, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. The Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons recognized him as Ophthalmologist of the Year.
Dr. Blackburn is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Medical Association, the Colorado Ophthalmologic Society, and the Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons.
Outside of his professional work, Dr. Blackburn enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with his family.
