Seema Capoor, MD, FRCOphth

4.76 out of 5

Conditions

  • Cornea and External Disease
  • Corneal diseases
  • Cataracts - routine and complicated
  • Complicated anterior segment reconstruction
  • Basic eye problems

Procedures Performed

  • Cataract Surgery
  • Cataract surgeries - routine and complicated
  • Corneal transplants
  • Pterygium surgery
  • Anterior segment reconstructions

About

I arrived in the United States in 1994, having studied medicine and started training in ophthalmology in England. My University of Kentucky ophthalmic research years and residency training consolidated my ophthalmic knowledge. I was invited back to my alma mater after a year of fellowship training in Boston in cornea and external diseases.

My time at the University of Kentucky has been very rewarding in my role as a provider for the people of Kentucky and teacher for our residents. It was an honor to be Residency Program Director from 2006-2016 and chief of the VAMC Ophthalmology Service from 2002-2015.

I am now excited to have joined the University of Kentucky GO Program to extend my services internationally.

Personal Statement

I was drawn to medicine from a very young age for the impact a doctor can have on the life of their patient and so pursued that single mindedly. Being an eye surgeon came from watching the profound impact cataract surgery can have on the life of an individual.

I believe people should be well informed about their problems so they can be involved in their treatment. I go out of my way to explain patients' conditions and choices they have to them so they can make informed decisions about their management.

Outside of medicine I love learning about and from my residents, growing plants, experiencing different foods and cultures and, hence, travel.

Faculty Rank

  • Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, Cornea and External Diseases Specialty

Training & Education

Degree

BSc(Hon) Anatomy, University College of London, London, England
MBBS, Charing Cross Westminster Medical School, London, England
MBBS, Imperial College, London, England
MD, Philadelphia, PA
FRCOphth, Royal College of Ophthalmologists, London, England

Residency

Senior House Officer in Ophthalmology, Sutton Eye Hospital, Sutton, Surrey, England
Senior House Officer in Ophthalmology, Sussex Eye Hospital, Brighton, Sussex, England
Ophthalmology, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Ky.

Fellowship

Cornea and External Diseases, TUFTS, Boston, Mass.

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Ophthalmology

Insurance Information

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Ratings & Reviews

4.76 out of 5
36 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    Staffing was great

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    Dr. Capoor is consistently the best! I put my total trust in her opinion and treatment of my eyes particularly since I have CRVO on one eye.

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    *Dr. Capoor is an excellent dr. She is thorough and brings an excellence to her work and the care of her patients (me).

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    I have always received excellent care with this Dr. And her staff.

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      Outstanding care
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      Care providers all seem to be very knowledgeable and good at their jobs.
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      I appreciate the thoroughness of the tech and the doctor. The fact that it took three hours to complete a pretty basic visit gives me pause when I think about whether I would recommend.
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      Dr. CAPOOR IS A VERY GOOD.DR.
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      *Dr. Capoor was excellent. Very caring. And a great teacher/mentor to the resident.
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      Good
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      Have always had a good experience with Dr. Capoor
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      I saw 3 different nurses/techs before seeing the doctor. It was all handled very well with a minimum of waiting time.
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      I have recommended Dr. Capoor to several people
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      Dr. Capoor is amazing- very professional, great bedside manner, takes time to listen, answer questions, explain. Wouldn't trust my vision with anyone else!
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      Very good conversations. I feel confident about my future surgery.
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      Good.
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      Dr. explained tests and results very well. I really appreciate *Dr. Capoor.
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      Dr Capoor was very rude and she didn't bother explaining anything to me. She came in the room with her mind made up and was extremely rude and provided zero treatment explanations other than telling me what she WOULD NOT do when I asked about a prescription for glasses and a persistent eye watering issue. She was simply horrible and I would NEVER recommend her to anyone and will NEVER want to be seen by her again.
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      Dr capoor is very attentive and professional
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      I continue to be impressed with Dr. Capoor and all of the office personnel at this location. They are all very professional and compassionate. Cannot say enough good things about Dr. Capoor, she is amazing.
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      Dr Capoor showed great compassion for my recent loss of my daughter and recent illness of my husband. I am greatly appreciative of her caring.
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      I have been seeing Dr. Capoor for years-I couldn't ask for better care.
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      I had several tests run prior to seeing Dr. Capoor. The personnel working at each station provided excellent service. The length of time before seeing the physician was extended due to these tests.
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      Wonderful care!!
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      Arrogant attitude. Questioned my dedication to previous treatment regime. Unable to explain why condition resurfaced in opposite eye. Dr. Capoor indicated she was calling the shots not Dr. Richardson.
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      The resident and Dr. Capoor were very supportive and listened to me carefully.
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      *Dr. Capoor is an outstanding physician.
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      All good
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      She wanted me to make all decisions. Eye care isn't my specialty.
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      Dr. Capoor is excellent, she listens, gives great advice, she is always kind!
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      Doctor did not provide enough time to the patient to look into the problem.
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      Best surgeon, best care
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      Long wit to see Doctor
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      Doctor was great explained things I could understand.
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      Had a dexascan. The person who did it was awesome! She's done them before. I love her. Lol I don't want to date her though.