Nassau University Medical Center Program

The Nassau University Medical Center’s Department of Ophthalmology is a renowned teaching center located on Long Island, NY. The three-year residency program emphasizes the continuity of care and offers a comprehensive educational experience for residents. The program is designed to prepare residents for the American Board of Ophthalmology certification and competitive fellowships in various ophthalmic subspecialties.

The faculty comprises fellowship-trained ophthalmologists representing diverse subspecialties. Residents benefit from exposure to a wide range of pathology and gain hands-on experience through rotations and dedicated surgical training. The curriculum includes didactic sessions, surgical skill development in a wet lab, and participation in various surgical procedures.

Graduates are well-prepared to pursue fellowship training in ophthalmic subspecialties or to practice as distinguished comprehensive ophthalmologists. The program boasts a robust network of alumni who have gone on to various prestigious fellowship positions and institutions across the country.

For applicants, the program offers a joint internship during the PGY-1 year with the Department of Medicine, providing early exposure to ophthalmology. Applicants through the SF Match system must apply for the preliminary medicine year at NUMC starting in July 2024 for ophthalmology training in 2025.

If you're looking for a program where camaraderie, diverse patient population, and comprehensive training are prioritized, Nassau University Medical Center’s Ophthalmology Program might be the right fit for your residency training goals.