Department of Ophthalmology

• Clinical & Surgical Mastery: Trainees develop expertise in diagnosing and managing complex eye diseases, including performing specialized surgeries like cataract, glaucoma, and retina procedures.
• Subspecialty Expertise: Advanced knowledge in areas such as Pediatric Ophthalmology, Neuro-Ophthalmology, and Cornea/Refractive Surgery.
• Research Proficiency: Ability to design, conduct, and publish original clinical research.
• Community Health: Contributing to national objectives for the prevention of blindness and providing primary eye care services.
• Professionalism: Mastery of ethical principles, including informed consent, patient privacy, and compassionate care within a multi-disciplinary team.

– Medical Degree: Possession of an MBBS or equivalent degree.

– Selection Exams: Applicants must pass the MCQ Exam and a personal interview.

– Clinical Check: Candidates must pass ocular and medical laboratory checks.

KSU Fellowship in Ophthalmology (Residency)

Program Duration: 4 Years

First Year – First Semester

Basic Science & Fundamentals

OPHT101 – Ocular Anatomy & Physiology – Intensive Training Unit
OPHT102 – Introduction to Ophthalmology – Training Unit
OPHT103 – Emergency Ophthalmic Management – Clinical Training Unit
OPHT104 – Microsurgery Laboratory Training I – Weekly 4-Hour Sessions

First Year – Second Semester

Foundational Clinical Skills

OPHT105 – Anterior Segment Examination & Skills – Clinical Training Unit
OPHT106 – Basic Oculoplastic Procedures (Lid Corrections) – Clinical Training Unit
OPHT107 – Microsurgery Laboratory Training II – Weekly Practice Unit
OPHT108 – Clinical Ophthalmology Rotation I – Supervised Rotation

Second Year – First Semester

Core Clinical Rotations

OPHT201 – Retina & Vitreous Diseases – Clinical Rotation
OPHT202 – Cornea & External Eye Diseases – Clinical Rotation
OPHT203 – Glaucoma – Clinical Rotation
OPHT204 – Ophthalmic Research I – Research Training Unit

Second Year – Second Semester

Expanded Subspecialties

OPHT205 – Pediatric Ophthalmology – Clinical Rotation
OPHT206 – Neuro-Ophthalmology – Clinical Rotation
OPHT207 – Oculoplastic Surgery – Clinical Rotation
OPHT208 – Ophthalmic Research II – Research & Presentation Unit

Third Year – First Semester

Advanced Clinical Practice

OPHT301 – Advanced Retina & Vitreous Management – Clinical Rotation
OPHT302 – Advanced Corneal Disorders – Clinical Rotation
OPHT303 – Surgical Ophthalmology I – Supervised Surgical Unit
OPHT304 – Research Project Development – Research Unit

Third Year – Second Semester

Surgical & Diagnostic Proficiency

OPHT305 – Advanced Glaucoma Management – Clinical Rotation
OPHT306 – Diagnostic Imaging (OCT & Perimetry) – Clinical Skills Unit
OPHT307 – Surgical Ophthalmology II – Operative Training Unit
OPHT308 – Research Presentation & Evaluation – Research Unit

Fourth Year – First Semester

Senior Residency Level

OPHT401 – Comprehensive Ophthalmology Practice – Senior Clinical Rotation
OPHT402 – Subspecialty Elective I – Advanced Clinical Rotation
OPHT403 – Teaching & Clinical Supervision Skills – Training Unit

Fourth Year – Second Semester

Residency Completion

OPHT404 – Subspecialty Elective II – Advanced Clinical Rotation
OPHT405 – Final Research Project & Presentation – Graduation Requirement
OPHT406 – Board Preparation & Clinical Assessment – Evaluation Unit

Advanced Subspecialty Fellowships (Post-Residency – Optional)

Glaucoma & Cataract Fellowship (2 Years)

OPHT501 – Advanced Glaucoma Diagnostics (OCT & Perimetry) – Fellowship Unit
OPHT502 – Complex Cataract & Glaucoma Surgery – Surgical Fellowship Unit
OPHT503 – Pediatric & Adult Glaucoma Management – Clinical Fellowship Unit

Cornea & Refractive Fellowship (2 Years)

OPHT511 – Corneal Topography & Elevation Mapping – Fellowship Unit
OPHT512 – Anterior Segment OCT – Diagnostic Fellowship Unit
OPHT513 – Cornea & Refractive Surgery Rotations – 4-Month Rotational Units