Ophthalmology Physician

Retina Ophthalmology Opportunity in Lexington, Kentucky Join the top private retina group in Lexington, giving you an unmatched referral base and a market position that's virtually impossible to replicate. This is a full-scope surgical and medical retina opportunity within a well-established, physician-led group built for high-volume, high-earning providers. Practice Overview You'll join an 8-physician, retina-only group with dominant referral networks across two major markets, with no meaningful private retina competition in either city Full surgical and medical retina scope, including complex vitreoretinal cases; expect approximately 40 intravitreal injections daily alongside 20-30 surgical cases per week One dedicated surgical day per week with strong infrastructure support Call is retina-only on a 1:5 rotation, with fellows absorbing the bulk of volume; call burden is low (0-2 calls) Schedule Patient volume runs 60-100 encounters per day per provider, with a clear split between clinic and procedural time One dedicated surgical day per week keeps your OR time structured and predictable A 4- or 5-day workweek is available, offering real flexibility to design a schedule that fits your life Weekend burden is minimal given the fellow-supported call structure Compensation & Benefits Years 1-2 include a base guarantee of $500,000-$650,000 with a 34% incentive bonus on top; verified individual annual earnings reach $1.5M-$2M+ once established Years 1-3+ shift to net collections model with tiered payouts of 34%, 37.5%, and then 40%, plus 25% drug margin participation A $50,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are included; early commitment bonus structure is available for 2026/2027 fellows, paid monthly leading up to your start date Benefits include malpractice coverage and participation in a physician-led organization with preserved clinical autonomy Candidate Requirements Retina fellowship training in surgical or medical retina is required; surgical comfort is strongly preferred Board certified or board eligible 2026/2027 graduates actively encouraged; experienced candidates welcome Must currently be located in the U.S., including J-1 and H-1B visa holders Community & Location Highlights Lexington is a livable mid-size city with a strong physician community, excellent housing options, and a cost of living below comparable metro markets University of Kentucky athletics, a vibrant arts and dining scene, and access to the natural landscape of the Bluegrass region make for an engaging quality of life Strong public and private school options support families at every stage; the broader region offers outdoor recreation, horse country, and easy weekend escapes A regional airport with convenient connections keeps travel accessible for both professional and personal needs Contact us today to start a conversation about this opportunity!