Asian Eye Institute Cornea and Refractive Fellowship
Duration: 15 months
Number of Trainees: 2 to 3 fellows per year
About the Program: The program is a 15-month clinical and research fellowship that is divided between comprehensive consultations and medical and surgical care of routine, complex and high-risk anterior segment disorders, such as corneal infections, corneal transplantation, post-cataract and post-LASIK complications.
Features:
• Exposure to LASIK, PRK, phakic intraocular lenses, presbyopia procedures, such as corneal inlay and Supracor LASIK, and a wide spectrum of intraocular lenses, such as aspheric, toric, trifocal, multi-focal and extended depth of focus IOLs
• Hands-on training on Victus Femtosecond Laser and Technolas Excimer Laser
• Competency in evaluating refractive candidates
• Active role in intra-operative and post-operative care of refractive patients
• Participation in clinical research projects – from planning to publishing
• Surgeries (allocated in a graded-fashion of responsibility)
• Monthly stipend
Requirements:
1. Certificate of graduation from a residency training program in Ophthalmology (photocopy)
2. Updated CV
3. Letter of intent
4. Two (2) letters of recommendation from previous instructors
*Based on the requirements of the Philippine Regulatory Commission, we can only accept fellowship applications from medical graduates with a valid Philippine medical license.
Send to:
Robert Edward Ang, M.D.
Head of Cornea and Refractive Service
8th floor Asian Eye Institute, Phinma Plaza, Rockwell Center, Makati City
Email: [email protected]
Asian Eye Institute Glaucoma Fellowship
Features:
- First fellowship program at AEI Established in 2006
- One-year Research and Clinical Fellowship recognized by the Philippine Glaucoma Society (PGS) and International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO)
- Extensive hands-on exposure to service and private patients with close supervision
- Work opportunity as AEI consultant staff after fellowship
- Primary surgeon in ALL Glaucoma service patients
- Guaranteed at least fifty (50) procedures as primary surgeon (cataract, glaucoma,
surgeries & lasers) - Research opportunity as investigator and co-author in investigator-led and industry-
sponsored projects including attendance to local and international investigator meetings - Intensive didactic lectures in basic and advanced glaucoma diagnostics and treatment including teaching sessions with residents
- Inclusive of allowance and paid leaves
Requirements :
- Current CV with photo
- Personal statement on choice of glaucoma as a subspecialty.
- PBO and PRC certificate
- Letters of recommendation from 3 mentors with first hand interaction.
Addressed to : Edgar U. Leuenberger , MD , DPBO, Director , Glaucoma Fellowship Program, AEI (may be submitted after the interview)
*Based on the requirements of the Philippine Regulatory Commission, we can only accept fellowship applications from medical graduates with a valid Philippine medical license.
For inquiries , contact : 898-2020 loc 410
Asian Eye Institute Retina Fellowship
Established in 2007, Asian Eye Institute’s Medical Retina Fellowship Program aims to develop a new generation of competent and compassionate retina specialists. It provides 12 months of clinical training and research experience in medical retina. The 12-month program offers:
Features:
- Exposure to the diagnosis and treatment of various surgical retinal conditions
- Competency in the utilization and interpretation of retinal imaging (Fluoroscein and Indocyanine Green Angiography, Ocular Coherence Tomography, B Scan Ultrasonography, OCT Angiography)
- Training to perform intraocular injection therapy and retinal laser (Panretinal Photocoagulation, Focal Laser Treatment, Photodynamic Therapy)
- Regular fellowship rounds with discussion of basic and clinical medical retinal cases and journal reviews
- Periodic written and oral examinations
- Participation in clinical research with presentation of fellow/investigator-initiated research paper at the end of the fellowship program
- Supervised hands-on training at the Ophthalmologic Foundation of the Philippines (OFPHIL)
Requirements:
- A copy of graduation certificate from a residency training program in Ophthalmology
- Updated CV
- Letter of intent
- Two (2) letters of recommendation from your training institution (one preferably from a Retina Specialist)
- A copy of valid PRC license
*Based on the requirements of the Philippine Regulatory Commission, we can only accept fellowship applications from medical graduates with a valid Philippine medical license
Deadline of submission: October 31, 2020
Send your requirements to:
Patricia Grulla-Quilendrino, M.D.
Fellowship Training Officer – Retina Service
9th floor, Phinma Plaza, Rockwell Center, Makati City
Asian Eye Institute Retina Fellowship
Established in 2007, Asian Eye Institute’s Medical Retina Fellowship Program aims to develop a new generation of competent and compassionate retina specialists. It provides 12 months of clinical training and research experience in medical retina. The 12-month program offers:
Features:
- Exposure to the diagnosis and treatment of various surgical retinal conditions
- Competency in assisting and performing various vitreo-retinal surgeries (Vitrectomy, Scleral Buckling, Endolaser, Tamponade, Pneumatic Retinopexy, Intravitreal Injections)
- Regular fellowship rounds with discussion of basic and clinical surgical retinal cases
- Periodic written and oral examinations
- Participation in clinical research with presentation of fellow/investigator-initiated research paper at the end of the fellowship program
- Supervised hands-on training at the Ophthalmologic Foundation of the Philippines (OFPHIL)
Requirements:
- A copy of graduation certificate from a residency training program in Ophthalmology
- Updated CV
- Letter of intent
- Two (2) letters of recommendation from your training institution (one preferably from a Retina Specialist)
- A copy of valid PRC license
*Based on the requirements of the Philippine Regulatory Commission, we can only accept fellowship applications from medical graduates with a valid Philippine medical license
Deadline of submission: October 31, 2020
Send your requirements to:
Patricia Grulla-Quilendrino, M.D.
Fellowship Training Officer – Retina Service
9th floor, Phinma Plaza, Rockwell Center, Makati City
