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Medical Retina Fellowship Program


Objectives

  • Comprehensive Knowledge: Impart a thorough understanding of medical retina conditions, including diagnosis, treatment, and management.

  • Clinical Exposure: Provide exposure to real-world cases, allowing participants to observe and participate in patient care.

  • Diagnostic Skills: Enhance participants’ skills in diagnosing and managing medical retina conditions.

  • Treatment Modalities: Familiarize participants with various treatment options, including intravitreal injections, laser therapy, and pharmacological management.

  • Case-Based Learning: Use case studies to illustrate best practices and management strategies.


Expected Outcomes

  • Improved Competence: Participants will gain confidence and competence in managing medical retina conditions.

  • Enhanced Patient Care: Trained participants will be able to provide better care to patients with medical retina conditions.

  • Increased Knowledge: Participants will have a deeper understanding of medical retina conditions and their management.


Training Topics May Include

  • Medical retina conditions (e.g., diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration)

  • Diagnostic techniques (e.g., OCT, fundus fluorescein angiography)

  • Treatment options (e.g., intravitreal injections, laser therapy)

  • Pharmacological management

  • Case studies and discussions


Course Details

  • Location: Ruby Eye Hospital, Berhampur, Odisha

  • Duration: 1 Month


Program Description

  • The objective of this fellowship is to expose the candidate to a basic understanding of various retinal disorders and to familiarize them with examination techniques such as slit lamp biomicroscopy, indirect ophthalmoscopy, and indentation.

  • Fellows will be competent in the use and interpretation of diagnostic modalities like FFA, ICG, OCT, OCTA, USG, and electro-physiological tests. They will also be trained in treating retinal diseases using various laser techniques and intravitreal injections.

  • Fellows will participate in evaluating and managing patients with medical retinal disorders such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disorders, central serous retinopathy, ocular inflammation, retinal degeneration, etc.

  • Extensive experience will be gained in laser photocoagulation and the use of various intravitreal drugs.


General Information

Training Facilities

  • The institution is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including wet laboratories, classrooms, audiovisual aids, and a comprehensive library/resource center.

  • This fellowship provides extensive practical experience and a profound understanding of corneal pathologies, ensuring fellows are well-prepared for future challenges in the ophthalmic field.

Accommodation Options

  • Comfortable and tranquil on-campus accommodation is available. Prospective trainees are encouraged to contact the training coordinator for more information.

Payment Procedures

  • The course fee includes tuition and instructional materials.

  • International participants can make payments online. Account details and instructions will be provided by the course coordinator upon admission confirmation.

Visa Requirements

  • A visa is mandatory for travel to India. Depending on the training duration, participants must obtain a student visa, entry visa, or internship visa.

  • It is recommended to secure a visa covering the entire training duration before arriving in India.

National Medical Commission (NMC) Approval

  • International ophthalmologists selected for surgical training must obtain a temporary medical license from the NMC.

  • The application is processed online, and the institution will assist after receiving required documents.

  • Final selection is subject to successful NMC approval.

On Arrival at Ruby Eye Hospital

  • FRRO registration must be completed as per visa guidelines.

  • If necessary, documents should be presented to the local police commissioner’s office.

  • Refer to registration guidelines for complete details.