University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program
Ophthalmology - Dallas, TX | ACGME Code: 2404821148
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Ophthalmology Residency Program offers nine positions each year. Residents can expect a mix of clinical experience, high surgery volume, and didactic lectures covering various topics to meet ACGME competencies. All applicants must apply through the SFMatch Central Application System, and virtual interviews are conducted by invitation only. The program's integrated internship is fully integrated and emphasizes diverse rotations to provide essential skills for future ophthalmologists.
During the three-year residency, residents rotate through various hospitals for comprehensive experience in areas like cataract surgery, retinal surgery, and subspecialty rotations. The program surpasses ACGME requirements for surgical training, offering a wide range of procedures including cataract extractions, YAG lasers, strabismus surgeries, among others. The surgical numbers were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic but are expected to return to baseline levels.
Residents can also explore virtual presentations and tours to get to know the department, facilities, surgical curriculum, faculty, and more. The department's educational goals aim to train residents to become leaders in ophthalmology while maintaining technical skills and compassion.
If applicants require visa sponsorship, the program only accepts J-1 visas. For further details, interested individuals can contact the Residency Program Coordinator, Andrea Davis, at 214-648-0464.
The program has a track record of producing skilled ophthalmologists who have pursued various career paths after graduation. Residents have gone on to fellowship programs and private practices across the country. The department values research and offers a robust educational experience within a leading academic medical center.
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