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Kentucky College of Optometry 147 Sycamore Street Pikeville, Kentucky 41501 (606) 218-5251 kycoadmissions@upike.edu
UPIKE’s Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO) is the only program in Kentucky to offer the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree.
Kentucky is one of three states in the nation to allow optometrists to perform in-office laser eye procedures, inject medications into eyes and remove “lumps and bumps” around the eyes. Uniquely, all of these procedures are part of the curriculum and clinical practice at KYCO.
Outstanding faculty and a wide range of clinical experiences mean that you will be part of an excellent healthcare team during your time in the program.
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO) proudly hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Town Mountain Eye Clinic, officially opening its doors to the community. The event occurred at 387 Town Mountain Road in Pikeville, Ky., with faculty, staff, students and local leaders in attendance. The ribbon cutting marks a significant […]
The University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO) celebrated the official reopening of the Martin Eye Clinic on Monday, Sept. 8, marking a major step forward in restoring vital health care services to Eastern Kentucky following the severe flooding earlier this year. The event, held at the clinic’s location at 41 Triangle St. in Martin, […]
VSP Vision™, in partnership with the Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO), announced Sydnee Lowe of Pikeville, Ky., as the winner of the $5,000 Vision of Hope scholarship. “Receiving this scholarship really reflects the support of this amazing community. I’m from Pikeville, so it’s such an honor to represent my hometown through this,” said Lowe. “I […]