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Meet Dr. Slayden

Keith Slayden, O.D., FAAO is a consultative optometrist at Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers, serving patients in the Louisville area. Dr. Slayden is proficient in the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disease, dry eye disease, retinal disease, as well as the complexities of pre-and post-operative cataract, corneal and LASIK surgeries.

Dr. Slayden joined Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers in 2018 as a consultative optometrist upon completion of the 13-month post-doctoral training in ocular disease. Originally from Hebron, KY, Dr. Slayden graduated with honors from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN, after attending the University of Kentucky for his undergraduate degree in mathematics. While attending SCO, he was awarded for clinical excellence.

Being involved in the Fellowship of Christian Optometrists, Dr. Slayden served on multiple mission trips to Haiti. He also helped lead a mission trip to Nicaragua to provide eye care. Additionally, he serves on the Ret.Pray.Love Foundation board which focuses on providing eye care around the globe while educating the local doctors of other countries to advance their clinical skills. He enjoys educating students and fellow doctors locally as well.

Dr. Slayden is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, and a member of Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society, American Optometric Association, and the Kentucky Optometric Association. He is a co-curator for Retina Rocks, the world’s largest online multimedia retina image library and bibliography repository. In his spare time, Dr. Slayden enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, hiking and exploring new restaurants.

Education

  • Undergraduate Degree in Mathematics | University of Kentucky
  • Doctor of Optometry, honors | Southern College of Optometry
  • Ocular Disease Residency | Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers

Memberships and Affiliations

  • Fellow | American Academy of Optometry
  • Member | American Optometric Association
  • Member | Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society
  • Member | Fellowship of Christian Optometrists
  • Member | Kentucky Optometric Association
  • Board Member | Ret.Pray.Love Foundation

Honors and Awards

  • Award for Clinical Excellence | Southern College of Optometry

Insurances Accepted

Most insurances accepted. Please contact Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers for more information regarding insurance coverage.

  • Aetna
  • Anthem BCBS of IN & KY
  • Avesis plans (Humana MCD, Aetna Better Health, Wellcare MCR & MCD)
  • Caresource
  • Cigna
  • Humana MCR
  • IN & KY MCD
  • Military Insurance (VA + Tricare)
  • Traditional MCR
  • UHC