Ophthalmology Residency Program
A pool of Faculty dedicated to your training, together with a wide case-mix will help you to master proper clinical examination of the eye and all its functions, management of the different sub-specialty conditions as well as be able to perform various forms of ophthalmic surgery. From the Program Director The eye is a fascinating little organ responsible for an important sensory function - Vision. It is an accessible structure which can be easily examined and handled. Surgery is often intricate and complex, and can often be related to other medical conditions including neurological, oncological, rheumatologic, endocrine and cardiovascular disorders. This spectrum of conditions provides Ophthalmologists with interesting diagnostic and management challenges. Adj Assoc Prof Audrey Chia Program Director Ophthalmology The Ophthalmology Residency Program at the Singapore National Eye Centre (SNEC) aims to nurture you into a well-rounded highly competent Ophthalmologist, who is ready to serve the needs of the Singapore population. A pool of renowned Faculty dedicated to your training, together with a wide case-mix will help you to master proper clinical examination of the eye and all its functions, management of the different sub-specialty conditions. Moreover, you will be able to perform various forms of ophthalmic surgery. The program will also prepare you for further sub-specialty fellowship training, be it within SNEC or overseas. Our close association with the Singapore Eye Research Institute (SERI) also means that you will have opportunities to be involved in exciting research breakthroughs. If you are inquisitive, motivated, compassionate and a team-player, Ophthalmology might just be for you. We welcome you to speak to us to find out more. Come, join us in our pursuit of clinical, academic and service excellence!
Your Ophthalmology Residency Over the course of five years, the robust Ophthalmology Residency Program at SingHealth provides you with a broad-based education covering all aspects of general Ophthalmology and its subspecialties. Ample opportunities are present to participate in clinical and surgical training, attend didactic lectures and pursue your research dreams. A large and specialized Ophthalmic centre such as SNEC has abundant and dedicated training resources, and we have created a highly structured, vibrant and collegial educational environment to help develop you as an Ophthalmologist. Rich case-mix to hone your clinical skills SNEC is a part of the large group of hospitals and institutions that make up SingHealth. The large clinical and surgical case-mix across all Ophthalmic specialties is able to offer our Residents a breathtaking array of clinical material and research opportunities there is never a dull day here. Sterling international repute SingHealth and SNEC have strong links with many leading Ophthalmic centres in the US, UK, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Visits and talks by world-renowned Ophthalmologists to our facilities are exciting and frequent. The relationships we build have further paved the way for our Residents to undergo fellowship training at centers of excellence anywhere in the world. Visionary research With the Singapore Eye Research Institute (SERI) located at SNEC, you will find a wealth of research opportunities for your selection, and can choose to undertake independent investigation or participate in many of the ongoing research projects. Close mentorship by Clinicians and scientists has further allowed our Residents to present their work at international conferences and publish their work in high-impact journals. At the cutting-edge of Medicine SNEC has a dedicated and prominent team of Faculty members who are deeply committed and care about your advancement as a Resident, together with state-of-the-art clinical and operating.
Your Career Prospects & Development Through the Ophthalmology Residency Program, you will be equipped to manage all general Ophthalmic conditions with professionalism and ease. SNEC graduates are not only competent in the diagnosis, surgical skills and use of investigational equipment, but are furthermore professional, compassionate and sensitive towards patients. If fellowship training is in your plans, you will have little difficulty as a SNEC graduate to secure further training in an Ophthalmic subspecialty of choice at SNEC or any other international institution. Our graduates are also eminently qualified to apply for an Associate Consultant position in Ophthalmology at any hospital in Singapore. A Wealth of Research Opportunities Do you have a keen eye for investigation and research, and a passion to make things better? Research is one of the core pillars of SNEC and here you will find the perfect setting for your work as an investigator, researcher or Clinician Scientist. SERI s state-of-the-art complex comprise of eight laboratories, a clinical trials pharmacy, research clinics with specialized research equipment and facilities, as well as a team of clinical staff and research scientists drawn from leading institutions around the world. Beyond these facilities, SERI has established a comprehensive network of Clinician Researchers in SERI-affiliated institutions throughout Singapore, including the National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University, as well as Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Defence Medical Research Institute (DMRI) and Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School. Ongoing research alliances and collaborations with renowned international institutions such as Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA; Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK and the Lions Eye Institute, Perth, Australia further ensure a high level of research competency and skills transfer. Sounds like your cup of tea? Find out more and be fulfilled with a rewarding career in the world of research.
Research is one of the core pillars of SNEC and here you will find the perfect setting for your work as an investigator, researcher or Clinician Scientist. Hear from our Residents SNEC was my top choice as one of the largest institutions with numerous and prolific clinical and research specialists in Asia. It is a great place to learn a wide range of interesting and challenging eye conditions, affecting children to adults. An overseas fellow once commented, SNEC has pretty much every Ophthalmic equipment you can think of under the sun. Dr Daniel Ting Ophthalmology Resident University of Tasmania Alumnus At SNEC, medical knowledge is augmented regularly via multiple teaching platforms, which include ward rounds, sub-specialty clinical conferences, journal clubs, radiology and ocular imaging rounds. Of course, a strong relationship with our core Faculty and non-clinical staff, whom have been efficient, approachable and responsive to our needs, and continuously providing us guidance along the way, has also been invaluable to our work for our patients. Dr Wesley Chong Ophthalmology Resident YLL SoM Alumnus
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Ophthalmology Your Residency Curriculum You can look forward to a stimulating Residency Program with different challenges to excite and inspire you everyday. In the first three years, clinical training is taught together with core competencies such as medical knowledge, patient care, interpersonal and communication skills and professionalism. The remaining two years of the program will allow our Residents to continue to hone their clinical skills in all subspecialties as Registrars before they attain full subspecialty registration. Training in 10 subspecialty services General Cataract & Comprehensive Ophthalmology Corneal & External Eye Disease Vitreo-Retina Glaucoma Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus Refractive Surgery Oculoplastics & Aesthetic Eyeplastic Ocular Inflammation & Immunology Neuro-Ophthalmology Ophthalmic Pathology Sample Rotation Chart R1 Orientation 1 st 2 weeks Microsurgical Workshop General Ophthalmology 11.5 months ECCE Training SNEC/KKH R2 Comprehensive Ophthalmology / Neuro-ophthalmology Pediatric Ophthalmology ECCE Training / Basic Phacoemulsification / Sub specialty Surgery Training Oculoplastics SNEC / CGH SNEC / KKH SNEC / CGH R3 Cornea Glaucoma Basic Phacoemulsification / Advanced Phacoemulsificatoin Training / Sub specialty Surgery Training Vitreo Retina 4months SNEC SNEC / CGH SNEC / CGH R4 Comprehensive Ophthalmology / Neuro-ophthalmology 4months Pediatric Ophthalmology 4months Phacoemulsification / Exposure to Sub specialty OT Oculoplastics SNEC / CGH KKH / SNEC SNEC / CGH R5 Cornea Glaucoma ECCE / Basic Phacoemulsification / Sub specialty training Vitreo Retina 4months SNEC / CGH SNEC / CGH SNEC / CGH Please note that actual learning modules may differ from this sample chart.
Your Faculty Program Director Adj Assoc Prof Chia Wei-Lin Audrey Senior Consultant, Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus Department, SNEC Adjunct Clinician Investigator, SERI Deputy Medical Director (Education) Assoc Prof Ian Yeo Senior Consultant, Vitreo-Retinal Department, SNEC Associate Program Director Adj Assoc Prof Rahat Husain Consultant, Glaucoma Department, SNEC Adjunct Clinical Research Fellow, SERI Core Faculty Adj Assoc Prof Lee Shu Yen Dr Anshu Arundhati Dr Mohamad Rosman Adj Assoc Prof Shamira Perera Dr Sunny Shen Dr Loo Jing Liang Dr Livia Teo Dr Jean Chai Senior Consultant, Vitreo Retinal Department, SNEC Adjunct Senior Clinical Investigator, SERI Director of Undergraduate Training (Duke-NUS GMS) Senior Consultant, Corneal and External Eye Disease Department, SNEC Consultant, Refractive Surgery Department, SNEC Adjunct Clinical Investigator, SERI Senior Consultant, Glaucoma Department, SNEC Adjunct Clinician Investigator, SERI Senior Consultant, Oculoplastic Department, SNEC Consultant, Neuro-Ophthalmology Department, SNEC Consultant, Oculoplastics Department, SNEC Consultant, Corneal And External Eye Disease Department, SNEC Get In Touch! Visit us Training and Education Department Singapore National Eye Centre 11 Third Hospital Avenue Singapore 168751 Email us trainingandeducation@snec.com.sg