Corewell Health East (Royal Oak) Program

The Ophthalmology Residency Program at Corewell Health East (formerly Beaumont Hospital) in Royal Oak offers a comprehensive educational experience over 36 months to prepare resident physicians for practice as comprehensive ophthalmologists or for pursuing additional fellowship training. The program emphasizes developing critical analytical, examination, and surgical skills, along with medical knowledge and patient care experience.

The program provides robust subspecialty clinical and surgical experiences under the guidance of experienced faculty committed to resident education. Residents benefit from early exposure to surgery through a progressive surgical curriculum and learn from skilled surgical instructors who are leaders in their respective fields.

Located in Southeast Michigan, Royal Oak is part of a region known for its rich history, culture, arts, and diverse communities. The area offers a variety of amenities, such as lakes, parks, shopping, sports, cultural activities, and educational opportunities, making it a vibrant place for residents and their families.

Corewell Health East offers three residency positions each year through the San Francisco Match program, linked to the Beaumont Hospital Transitional Year internship. The program requires interviews for admission consideration, usually held annually in November or December. Additionally, the curriculum includes various rotations to provide a well-rounded training experience, with the last three months of the Transitional Year focused on Ophthalmology to facilitate a smooth transition into the Ophthalmology Residency program.

The faculty at Corewell Health East includes experienced and dedicated educators, covering a wide range of subspecialties in ophthalmology. Residents have the opportunity to work with faculty members who are experts in their fields and contribute to a supportive learning environment.

The program is open to foreign medical graduates, and elective rotations are available for interested applicants. Three letters of recommendation, in addition to the Dean's letter, are required to apply. There is no minimum USMLE score requirement at the time of application, although the Step 1 score is necessary, and Step 2 scores must be submitted before starting residency. Residents are also encouraged to participate in research projects during their training.

Overall, Corewell Health East (Royal Oak) offers a comprehensive Ophthalmology Residency Program with a strong emphasis on clinical and surgical training, supported by experienced faculty in a vibrant educational environment.