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Dr. Donita Lightner, MD
Neurology* Age 44
Dr. Donita Lightner, MD
2.9 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. Donita Lightner, MD is a Neurologist in Lexington, KY.
Dr. Donita Lightner, MD
2.9 (8 Ratings)
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Dr. Donita Lightner, MD

Neurology* Age 44
Lexington, KY
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Donita Lightner, MD is a Neurologist in Lexington, KY.

About

Dr. Lightner graduated from UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY / CHANDLER MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Donita Lightner, MD is a Neurologist in Lexington, KY and has 19 years experience. Dr. Lightner currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital, University of Kentucky Hospital, Baptist Health Lexington, Clark Regional Medical Center, Fleming County Hospital, Georgetown Community Hospital, Harlan ARH Hospital, Marcum and Wallace Memorial Hospital, Middlesboro ARH Hospital, Pikeville Medical Center, Spring View Hospital, St. Claire Healthcare and Tug Valley ARH Regional Medical Center. At present, Dr. Lightner received an average rating of 2.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Lightner's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lightner is board certified in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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May 13, 2016
She is amazing. Took her time with our family very friendly to our daughter and us.
Jessica in Lancaster, KY — May 13, 2016
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Specialties*
Neurology
Pediatric Neurology
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Education

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  • UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY / CHANDLER MEDICAL CENTER
    2006
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  • Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Donita Lightner, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lightner's profile.

Dr. Donita Lightner, MD is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital, University of Kentucky Hospital, Baptist Health Lexington, Clark Regional Medical Center, Fleming County Hospital, Georgetown Community Hospital, Harlan ARH Hospital, Marcum and Wallace Memorial Hospital, Middlesboro ARH Hospital, Pikeville Medical Center, Spring View Hospital, St. Claire Healthcare and Tug Valley ARH Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Donita Lightner, MD holds board certification in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Joseph Hospital

    1 Saint Joseph Dr, Lexington, KY

  • University of Kentucky Hospital

    800 Rose St, Lexington, KY

  • Baptist Health Lexington

    1740 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY

  • Clark Regional Medical Center

    175 Hospital Dr, Winchester, KY

  • Fleming County Hospital

    55 Foundation Dr, Flemingsburg, KY

  • Georgetown Community Hospital

    1140 Lexington Rd, Georgetown, KY

  • Harlan ARH Hospital

    81 Ball Park Rd, Harlan, KY

  • Marcum and Wallace Memorial Hospital

    60 Mercy Ct, Irvine, KY

  • Middlesboro ARH Hospital

    3600 Cumberland Ave, Middlesboro, KY

  • Pikeville Medical Center

    911 Bypass Rd, Pikeville, KY

  • Spring View Hospital

    320 N Loretto Rd, Lebanon, KY

  • St. Claire Healthcare

    222 Medical Cir, Morehead, KY

  • Tug Valley ARH Regional Medical Center

    260 Hospital Dr, South Williamson, KY