Fellowship in Medical Retina
Job Summary:
This fellowship program offers comprehensive clinical and academic exposure to the management of vitreoretinal conditions.
Program Details:
OPD & Procedures:
- Extensive training in the examination and management of patients with retinal conditions.
- Access to a wide range of investigative procedures, including Indirect Ophthalmoscopy, OCT, Fundus Photography, FFA, OCT-A, B-Scan, and more.
- Regular rotations in OPDs with opportunities to manage independent cases under mentorship.
- Hands-on exposure to the latest imaging technologies and diagnostic procedures.
Program Structure:
First 3 Months: Induction Phase
- Initial exposure to OPDs and patient management under the supervision of mentors.
- In-depth training on diagnostic tools and imaging modalities, including OCT, OCT-Angiography, Fundus Fluorescein Angiography, ICGA, Colored Fundus Photography with Autofluorescence, USG-Bscan, and Ultrasound Biomicroscopy.
- Case-based management of patients with conditions such as Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Vascular Diseases, ARMD, Degenerative Peripheral Fundal Lesions, Retinal Detachment, and Vitreoretinal Interface Disorders.
- Training in treatment strategies for Uveitis.
- Diagnostic approach to Genetic Retinopathies and Maculopathies.
Next 3 Months: Advanced Training & Hands-On Experience
- Continued exposure to advanced imaging techniques and diagnostic modalities.
- Hands-on training in medical retina procedures, including Indirect Ophthalmoscopy, Panretinal Photocoagulation, Focal Argon Laser Photocoagulation, and Laser Indirect Ophthalmoscope.
- Practical experience in managing complex retinal cases and following treatment protocols.
- Surgical training for intravitreal injections with the latest anti-VEGF therapies, including Aflibercept, Brolucizumab, Faricimab, and Dexamethasone Implants.
Key Learning Opportunities:
- In-depth training in medical retina management and interventions.
- Exposure to a range of retinal diseases and treatment methods, including advanced laser therapy and pharmacological treatments.
- Hands-on experience in patient care, diagnostics, and treatment planning.