University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

The University of Louisville School of Medicine Ophthalmology Residency Program offers a comprehensive four-year training opportunity for four residents annually. The program includes an integrated intern year and three years focused on rotating through various Ophthalmology subspecialties. Residents at UofL's Kentucky Lions Eye Center gain experience in areas such as Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Cornea-External Disease, Glaucoma, Neuro-ophthalmology, and more. They also engage in didactic conferences and access cutting-edge research opportunities.

The program emphasizes individual attention from faculty members renowned for their research and clinical expertise. Residents also get to work at various hospital facilities, including the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, which offers diverse patient exposure and surgical experience. The program strongly supports resident involvement in scholarly activities, research presentations, and collaboration with faculty.

Notably, successful graduates of the UofL Ophthalmology Program have gone on to prestigious fellowships and are well-prepared for a variety of career paths, including academic medicine, research, and private practice. The program's integrated intern year includes opportunities for electives in various specialties, and applicants must have a medical license for practice in Kentucky.

For those interested in applying, the program is part of the San Francisco Match and requires completion of the University of Louisville integrated internship. To learn more about the residency program or apply, interested individuals can contact Residency Program Coordinator, Erin Moody.