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Eye Doctors Louisville has known for years
Koby Karp Doctors Eye Institute in Louisville was founded by Doctors Melvyn Koby and David Karp. These two distinguished physicians have been widely recognized for their outstanding skills and expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of ocular diseases. Both doctors are certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and are current Fellows of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Karp specializes in refractive surgery such as LASIK and small-incision cataract surgery. Dr. Koby also specializes in cataract and implant surgery, with special interest in glaucoma, including clinical glaucoma research.
Eye Care Louisville area residents trust.
Koby Karp Doctors Eye Institute was established in 1974 and the tradition of excellence has been carried on to the present day. Dr. R. Scott Hoffman, now a full partner in the practice, joined the team in 1998 following specialty training in corneal and external diseases. Dr Hoffman specializes in cataract and intraocular lens implantation surgery, corneal diseases and corneal transplantation. He also evaluates and treats medical disorders of the retina, including diabetic retinopathy.
Melvyn Koby, M.D.
Dr. Melvyn Koby has been in the private practice of Ophthalmology in Louisville since 1971. He is a co-founder of the Koby - Karp Doctors Eye Institute and is well known locally and nationally for excellence in ophthalmic care. He is a native of the Louisville area and attended the University of Louisville Medical School. He completed residency training in Internal Medicine and Ophthalmology at the prestigious Barnes Hospital of Washington University in St Louis.
Dr. Koby has been a pioneer in ophthalmology, being one of the first physicians in the area to perform lens implantation procedures, now the standard of care in cataract surgery; radial keratotomy and keratomileusis procedures for nearsightedness and farsightedness. His specialty interests include modern small incision cataract and lens implant surgery, laser surgery and evaluation and treatment of glaucoma. He performs glaucoma research for several pharmaceutical companies.
Board Certifications
- Board Certification, American Board of Ophthalmology
- American College of Surgeons
Professional Affiliations:
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Kentucky Medical Association
- Jefferson County Medical Association
- American Intraocular Implant Society
- Keratorefractive Surgery Society
- Louisville Academy of Ophthalmology
- International Society of Refractive Surgery
- Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
David Karp, M.D.
Dr. David Karp has been in the private practice of Ophthalmology in Louisville since 1974. As a co-founder of the Doctors Eye Institute, he has maintained a tradition of unparalleled excellence in the region. He completed residency training at the University of Wisconsin following medical school at the University of Louisville. Specialty interests include small incision cataract and implant procedures, refractive surgery such as LASIK and PRK and an active interest in glaucoma treatment, with research experience for several pharmaceutical companies. He began performing refractive procedures in the 1970's, and after thousands of procedures maintains an active practice, currently focusing on refractive and cataract procedures.
Board Certifications
- Board Certification, American Board of Ophthalmology
- American College of Surgeons
Professional Affiliations:
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Kentucky Medical Association
- Jefferson County Medical Association
- American Intraocular Implant Society
- Louisville Academy of Ophthalmology
- International Society of Refractive Surgery
- Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
- Fellow American Academy of Ophthalmology
Dr. Karp is available for examination, management and treatment of all eye conditions, performing general eye examinations and specialty care in the areas of cataract and refractive surgery.
R. Scott Hoffman, M.D.
Dr. R. Scott Hoffman joined the Doctors Eye Institute in 1998 following fellowship training in the specialty of cornea and external diseases at the Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. As a graduate of the University of Louisville and University of Kentucky School of Medicine, he completed residency training at the Texas Tech University Health Science Center. His subspecialty interests include management of corneal and anterior segment diseases of the eye, including corneal transplantation; small incision cataract and lens implant procedures and comprehensive ophthalmology. He also performs screening examinations and treats medical retina disorders such as diabetic retinopathy.
In 2008, Dr. Hoffman was named a full partner in Koby Karp Doctors Eye Institute.
Board Certifications
- Diplomate of National Board of Medical Examiners - July 1994
- Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology - May 1999
- Medical License, State of Kentucky - July 1994 to present
Professional Affiliations:
- Fellow, American Academy of Ophthalmology - 1999
- Louisville Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Jefferson County Medical Society
- Kentucky Medical Association
- Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
Dr. Hoffman has extensive experience in many types of laser procedures including YAG laser capsulotomies and argon laser treatments for retinal diseases and glaucoma. As a comprehensive ophthalmologist, he is available for consultation, examinations and treatment of all forms of ocular disease.
Albert Smolyar, M.D.
Dr. Albert Smolyar joined Koby Karp Doctors Eye Institute in July 2006.
Dr. Smolyar completed his residency in Ophthalmology at University of Louisville Hospital in June 2006. Previously, Dr. Smolyar practiced as an eye surgeon in Israel. In addition to general ophthalmology, his experience includes the most advanced techniques in cataract surgery, laser vision correction and surgery of eyelids. He is fellowship trained in Neuro-Ophthalmology.
In 2009, Dr. Smolyar was named a full partner in Koby Karp Doctors Eye Institute.
Dr. Smolyar welcomes new patients. Call 502.897.1604 for an appointment.
Professional Affiliations:
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Kentucky Medical Association
- Jefferson County Medical Association
Chris Stroud, O.D.
Dr. Chris Stroud joined Koby Karp Doctors Eye Institute in March 2006 after being in private practice in the Louisville area. Dr. Stroud graduated with a double major in Chemistry and Biology from Indiana University Southeast in the spring of 2000. After graduation, Dr. Stroud earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from Indiana University School of Optometry in Bloomington, IN, in the Fall of 2004.
Dr. Stroud was born in New Albany, IN and lived in Georgetown, IN until going to Bloomington for school. He is delighted to be back in the Louisville area because of strong local roots with friends and family. His hobbies include bicycling, hiking, traveling, and golfing.
Dr. Stroud is available for appointments with an extended evening schedule on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Board Certifications
- National Board of Optometry
- Kentucky State Board of Optometry
- Indiana State Board of Optometry
Professional Affiliations:
- Kentucky Optometric Association
- American Optometric Association
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