Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences Residency Detail
Our residency program provides hands-on ophthalmology training, diverse clinical experience and expert mentorship, preparing residents to become skilled, compassionate eye care specialists.
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Overview
Our ophthalmology residency program offers comprehensive training in clinical and surgical skills, emphasizing a well-rounded approach to patient care. With diverse clinical exposure, cutting-edge technology and expert mentorship, residents are fully prepared to become leaders in the field. The program also provides opportunities for research and professional development, ensuring a balance between hands-on experience and academic growth. Graduates of the program are equipped to excel in various subspecialties and contribute to advancements in vision care.
Program Details
Application and Interview Process
Starting July 2020, we offer an integrated intern year through the Preliminary Medicine program. This includes three months of ophthalmology in PGY-1, with elective options in radiology, pathology, pediatrics and other specialties. All applicants matching with the department will complete the internship and be guaranteed a position through NRMP. A Kentucky medical license is required for participation.
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San Francisco Match
All applications and required documents are accepted only through the San Francisco Match Program. There are no supplemental material required outside of the CAS application. USMLE Step III must be completed prior to the start of PGY2.
San Francisco Match aboutStipends & Benefits
| Post Graduate Level | Annual | Monthly |
| Post Graduate Level 1 | $61,867.64 | $5,155.637 |
| Post Graduate Level 2 | $64,179.69 | $5,348.308 |
| Post Graduate Level 3 | $66,251.94 | $5,520.995 |
| Post Graduate Level 4 | $69,244.93 | $5,770.411 |
| Post Graduate Level 5 | $72,601.03 | $6,050.086 |
| Post Graduate Level 6 | $75,877.94 | $6,323.162 |
| Post Graduate Level 7 | $79,034.94 | $6,586.245 |
| Post Graduate Level 8 | $83,236.00 | $6,936.333 |
Term life insurance is provided for all residents, in the amount of $2,000 of life insurance for each $1,000 of annual stipend.
Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included.
Single and family coverage is available at group rates. Several different plans at varying costs are available to choose from.
Residents may choose premium conversion, which permits payment of premiums with pre-tax dollars. Flexible Spending accounts also available.
The Faculty Practice Office in the Outpatient Care Center will provide annual examination, including cleaning and up to four bitewing x-rays, to residents free of charge. Any additional services are the responsibility of the resident. Residents can call 852-5401 for information. Residents may also purchase, at group rates, dental insurance in both single and family plans.
Workers compensation
All residents are covered by workers compensation for medical expenses and lost work time due to job-related illness or injury.
Disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance is provided for residents, free of charge. Residents have the option of converting the coverage from group to individual at the end of their training and the option of purchasing additional coverage at very reduced rates.
Malpractice insurance
Coverage is provided for all residents by either the University of Louisville or by the hospitals to which residents are assigned.
This coverage applies to all assigned rotations that are part of residency training, as detailed on the reverse side of the resident agreement. (See Section XIX, Malpractice Coverage).
Employee Assistance Program
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to residents and fellows at no charge and provides confidential counseling, assessment and referral services. The program deals with the broad range of issues such as emotional/behavioral, family and marital, alcohol and/or drug, financial, legal and other personal problems. These services are provided by the Human Development Company.
Medical licensure
Kentucky state law requires that all PGY-2 and above trainees be licensed to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky. The fee for the initial training license is paid by the Graduate Medical Education Office for the PGY-1's who continue as PGY-2's in UofL programs.
Campus Health Service Office
Hepatitis B immunization and an annual TB skin test are required and furnished free of charge to all residents. The Campus Health Services Office provides minor urgent medical care and immunizations, including boosters and TB testing. Personal counseling is also available. The Campus Health Services Office also serves as an on-site treatment facility for workers compensation related injuries and exposures including needle sticks and as the repository of resident immunization records and exposure data. The office is staffed by board certified faculty physicians and faculty nurse practitioners who have extensive primary care and occupational exposure experience.
Vacation (annual leave)
All postgraduate physicians are entitled to 28 calendar days of vacation for each twelve-month period.
Lab coats
Lab coats are provided by departments for residents at the beginning of their training.
Library privileges and services
Residents have library privileges at the medical school library (Kornhauser Health Sciences Library) and at all affiliated hospitals. Available services include electronic literature searches and interlibrary loan service. Audiovisual equipment, as well as computers and computer software, are made available to residents through the library. Through the Kornhauser Library’s website, residents have access to thousands of electronic journals via Medline and online e-journal collections. Residents can search the library’s catalog or view a collection of electronic textbooks and reference materials online.
Counseling services
Professional counseling is available to residents through the Health Sciences Center Campus Health Services. Counseling services are also available through the University of Louisville Employee Assistance Program.
Recreational Facilities
Free membership to the HSC Fitness Center is available to all HSC residents, students, staff and faculty. The Fitness Center is conveniently located in the Chestnut Street Parking Garage and includes weight machines, free weights and 20 pieces of aerobic equipment. Aerobics and yoga classes are also offered. In addition, a swimming pool and recreational facilities on Belknap Campus are also available to residents, through the Intramural and Recreational Sports Office and the Student Activities Center.
Medical and personal leave
Paid medical leave up to 90 days is available in cases of extended personal illness. Residents are covered under the Graduate Medical Student Leave Policy, which provides up to 12 weeks unpaid leave for personal or family illness. Personal leave is available at the discretion of the program director.
Parental leave
Residents are allowed up to 42 days of paid post-partum leave.
Uber transportation program:
An Uber based transportation service is provided free of charge to UofL residents/fellows. The purpose of this program is to ensure that all residents & fellows have a safe transportation option if they are too fatigued to return home safely.
Department benefits:
- Basic Clinical Science Course (BCSC)
- Practical Ophthalmology: A Manual for Beginning Residents
- Kanski’s Clinical Ophthalmology
- Visual Field Analyzer Primer (Zeiss-Humphrey)
- Intraocular Lens Power Calculation
- Surgery Primer
- Wills Eye Manual and Drugs
- 3D Surgical Viewing System
- Lens Set
- Orbital Anatomy Dissection Course
- Fresh Tissue Dissection Lab
- Department Jacket or Pullover
- 5th Friday Wellness Mornings
- Five Educational Days for Conferences or Training Courses
- PGY-4: $1,000 Stipend to Attend AAO or other National Conference
- PGY-2/PGY-3: $1,000 Stipend to scientific meetings, if presenting a paper and to attend educational courses