Dr. Howell M. Findley, O.D. graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry and completed the Optometric Fellowship at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Dr. Findley is an active member of the American Optometric Association and of the Kentucky Optometric Association.
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Dr. Howell M. Findley, O.D. graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry and completed the Optometric Fellowship at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Dr. Findley is an active member of the American Optometric Association and of the Kentucky Optometric Association.
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Soper nice and friendly I would refer him to everyone I know
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Dr. Findley explained options for my cataract surgery, was very thorough and took time to answer my questions so I felt like I could make an informed decision about how to proceed.
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Knowledgeable, friendly, patient, warm and attentive. Answered my questions fully and in a clear manner. Spend time addressing all my concerns. Did not feel rushed. Very personable
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Compassionate, considerate, and exacting.
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Appreciated being treated by a professional. Took his time and explained everything thoroughly. Answered all of my questions. Very nice.
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
The only thing that bothered me was my appointment was at 9:05 and they didn’t take me back until after 10am
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Knowledgeable and calming
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Doc Findley always does a great job for me. He knows I'm an engineer and focus on the facts tells me options.
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Very through explanation of what to expect during this visit. Very comfortable talking to this doctor. I was completely pleased with Dr Findley and staff. If I could rate better than excellent, bI would.
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Funny, approachable. Answered all my questions.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
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Commonwealth Eye Clinic
2353 Alexandria Dr #260 Lexington, KY 40504
Dr. Howell M. Findley, O.D. completed his undergraduate work in 1977, receiving a B.S. in Biology from Spring Hill College in Mobile, Alabama. He then graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry, receiving his B.S. in Physiological Optics in 1979 and his O.D. degree (Doctor of Optometry) in 1981. Dr Findley completed the Optometric Fellowship at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida in 1982 and has been in private practice in Lexington, Kentucky, since 1984, when he helped introduce optometric co-management to the Bluegrass.
He has written several articles published in regional and national optometric journals, including a major review of intraocular lens implants, glaucoma, and a chapter on co-management. He was a reviewer for the American Optometric Association’s Cataract Guidelines and has lectured for the Southern Council of Optometrists. He serves and has served as an adjunct clinical professor at Ferris State University College of Optometry, Illinois College of Optometry, Indiana University School of Optometry, Ohio State University School of Optometry, Southern College of Optometry, University of Houston College of Optometry, Nova Southeastern School of Optometry, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry.
Dr. Findley is an active member of the American Optometric Association and of the Kentucky Optometric Association, which recognized him as “Young Optometrist of the Year: 1988-89. He was also recognized as “Optometrist of the Year” in 2006. Both Dr. Ferguson and Dr. Findley have been named to the Outstanding Young Men of America and elected to the Kentucky Colonels for volunteer work associated with Vision U.S.A./The Kentucky Vision Project, which provides surgical and medical services for the working indigent.
Soper nice and friendly I would refer him to everyone I know
Dr. Findley explained options for my cataract surgery, was very thorough and took time to answer my questions so I felt like I could make an informed decision about how to proceed.
Knowledgeable, friendly, patient, warm and attentive. Answered my questions fully and in a clear manner. Spend time addressing all my concerns. Did not feel rushed. Very personable
Compassionate, considerate, and exacting.
Appreciated being treated by a professional. Took his time and explained everything thoroughly. Answered all of my questions. Very nice.
The only thing that bothered me was my appointment was at 9:05 and they didn’t take me back until after 10am
Knowledgeable and calming
Doc Findley always does a great job for me. He knows I'm an engineer and focus on the facts tells me options.
Very through explanation of what to expect during this visit. Very comfortable talking to this doctor. I was completely pleased with Dr Findley and staff. If I could rate better than excellent, bI would.
Funny, approachable. Answered all my questions.