Cook County Health and Hospitals System Program
Ophthalmology - Chicago, IL | ACGME Code: 2401622047
The Ophthalmology program at Cook County Health offers comprehensive medical and surgical care for a wide range of eye diseases and injuries. The Division of Ophthalmology focuses on treating various conditions, including diabetes, glaucoma, cataracts, and other rare eye diseases. The program treats 50,000 patients annually and performs over 2,300 major ocular surgeries along with other procedures.
The residency training program at Cook County Health is fully accredited by ACGME and approved by the American Board of Ophthalmology. The four-year program aims to develop skilled comprehensive ophthalmologists and subspecialists. Four residents are accepted each year, and admission requires successful completion of an ACGME-accredited or Canadian-approved internship.
Residents have the opportunity to rotate through various specialties, gaining clinical and surgical experience. The curriculum includes rotations in Cornea and External Disease, Glaucoma, Neuro-ophthalmology, Oculoplastics, Ophthalmic Pathology, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Retina/Vitreous, and Uveitis.
The program provides educational resources such as daily BCSC teaching conferences, morning reports, lectures, grand rounds, and journal clubs. Residents also have opportunities to participate in citywide educational programs and conferences.
Facilities at Cook County Health include a well-equipped Eye Clinic with advanced imaging and surgical equipment. The program offers support staff including ophthalmic photographers, technicians, and nurses to assist residents in patient care.
Residents receive a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salaries, paid leave, a daily meal allowance, educational allowances, and access to libraries. Research involvement is required during residency.
Overall, the Ophthalmology program at Cook County Health provides a robust training environment with a focus on clinical experience, surgical skills development, and educational support for residents.
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