Overview
Intensive programme for international ophthalmologists in cataract, keratoconus, dry eye and anterior segment management and refractive surgery, with a monthly logbook.
The programme
- Focus
- Cornea & refractive surgery
- Training type
- Clinical Fellowship (short-term international)
- Duration
- 12-24 weeks (customised after CV review and interview)
- Start
- Not stated on official page
- Positions
- Not stated on official page
- Accreditation
- Institutional fellowship (Narayana Nethralaya)
- Department
- Narayana Nethralaya Academics
Eligibility and visa
- Eligibility
- Postgraduate qualification in ophthalmology (MS or equivalent; DO/DOMS may apply), registered to practise ophthalmology independently in own country; microscope experience desirable
- International applicants
- Yes - training programme designed for international ophthalmologists
- Visa support
- Not stated on official page
- Licence requirement
- Temporary registration from the National Medical Commission of India (Section 34, NMC Act) required; process may take 2-3 months
How to apply
- Deadline
- Not stated on official page
- Application method
- Email application form and CV to fellowship@narayananethralaya.com
Funding
- Funding
- Self-funded; course fee depends on duration and the candidate's prior experience; no institutional accommodation (trainees arrange own accommodation and transport)