Short Term Fellowship in Phacoemulsification Surgery

The applicant must be MS, DNB, Diploma in Ophthalmology (DOMS), an ophthalmologist proficient in Small Incision cataract surgery Capsulorhexis.

• This program trains eye surgeons in this cutting-edge method of cataract surgery.
• The fellow is taken in sequential graded steps, from wet lab trials to assisting in surgery, performing Phacoemulsification first under supervision, and then independently.
• The training also includes pre-operative work-up and post-operative care of patients. A faculty member will assist trainees.

TRAINING SCHEDULE:

First week

• Pre-operative evaluation and post-operative care of cataract patients
• Practicing a few steps of cataract surgery on animal eyes in wet lab
• Observation and training to perform diagnostic procedures like Biometry, Keratometry and Biomicroscopic evaluation.
• Observing senior surgeons perfoming cataract surgery (Phacoemulsification and FLACS).

Second and Third week

• Performing supervised Phacoemulsification surgery and assisting faculty in their surgeries

Fourth week

• Performing independent Phacoemulsification surgeries and reviewing the performance with the faculty

ASSESSMENT:

Each trainee will be assigned to a member of the faculty for the full training period. The trainee's performance will be evaluated regularly. Trainees are encouraged to discuss all aspects of their surgical experience and techniques with the faculty. The training may be terminated if the trainee's performance and attitude to patient care services does not measure up to the Institute's expectations.

Candidates should apply online by attaching application form with curriculum vitae, copy of academic certificates and experience letter (if any). Selection is done on a first-come-first served basis. Session commencement will be the Management discretion.

International Candidates requirement:

• Complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae
• A letter of support from the sponsoring agency
• A 200-word summary describing their current skills in ophthalmology, future goals, current lacunae in eye care in their home countries, and how the training they hope to receive at Nethradhama will benefit them and their home country.
• A letter of reference from the head of the department/institution in which they are currently working/training