International Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus

Shiley Eye Institute, Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology, UC San Diego

OphthalmologyPaediatric ophthalmology & strabismusClinical Fellowship
Destination
USA
La Jolla (San Diego), California, United States

Overview

Clinical, surgical and research fellowship at the Ratner Children's Eye Center for international ophthalmologists who become integral members of the UCSD paediatric team.

The programme

Focus
Paediatric ophthalmology
Training type
Clinical Fellowship
Duration
Typically 18-24 months (preference for longer commitments)
Start
Not stated on official page
Positions
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Accreditation
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Department
Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility
At least three years of postgraduate residency; board-eligible, board-certified or equivalent
International applicants
Yes - designed for ophthalmologists from outside the US
Visa support
Evidence of legal entry required, typically a UCSD-sponsored J-1 visa
Licence requirement
Institution policyAppointment contingent on compliance with California medical licensure regulations (Postgraduate Training Licence)

How to apply

Deadline
Not stated on official page
Application method
Not stated on official page

Funding

Funding
Generally non-funded

Official sources

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