2024 Duke Ophthalmology Residency Brochure

DUKE OPHTHALMOLOGY RESIDENCY PROGRAM

DUKE OPHTHALMOLOGY RESIDENCY PROGRAM The Duke Ophthalmology Residency program is one of the most highly regarded ophthalmology residency programs in the nation. Our leadership and faculty are dedicated to clinical and research excellence, training highly competent and ethical physicians who become the next generation of thought leaders in ophthalmology.

Duke Ophthalmology residents receive world-class training in medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases, and participate in research, presenting at national and international conferences.

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THE LAST 5 YEARS:

90%

go on to fellowship after Duke residency

55%

of graduates that have a career in academics

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Pratap Challa, MD

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An ACGME accredited four-year program, Duke Ophthalmology is engaged in all clinical subspecialties, providing outstanding clinical and surgical experience and exploration of innovative imaging and therapies.

• Post graduate year one is an integrated ophthalmology / internal medicine internship with three months dedicated to ophthalmology • Four Year residency program • Exposure to all subspecialties in ophthalmology, with a 10-week rotation in each • Generous surgical experience at Duke Eye Center and the two VA Hospitals, often exceeding ACGME requirements • Broad spectrum of intradepartmental and university-wide research opportunities to collaborate with Duke faculty mentors including a 10-week research rotation • Excellent mentorship and coaching • International rotation in PGY4 year

of graduates have a career in other areas, private practice, industry, etc.

29%

of residents are underrepresented minorities compared to only 7.2% of practicing ophthalmologists in the United States

FACULTY Perhaps one of the greatest strengths of the program is the quality and breadth of the faculty in the Department of Ophthalmology. The full-time faculty consists of more than 90 clinicians and researchers across all ophthalmology subspecialty areas.

These individuals are highly accomplished and productive academicians, and many are considered leaders in their fields. Without exception, the faculty members enjoy teaching and contribute their time and energy generously to the Duke Ophthalmology Residency Training Program.

ENVIRONMENT..

During their time at Duke, residents enjoy a supportive environment with a camaraderie and strong sense of teamwork, each member of the group offering encouragement and support to one another.

Duke University is located Durham, North Carolina, one of the country’s most livable cities.

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Commitment to Equity Diversity and Inclusion Diversity in recruitment is a priority. Duke Ophthalmology has a broad and inclusive process for evaluating candidates for residency, fellowship, faculty and administrative positions.

A diversity and inclusion task force is in place to assist in recruiting and promoting URiM individuals in our department. Each year, there are required department-wide lectures on diversity and implicit bias training to teach trainees and faculty to recognize their own implicit biases.

In the Department of Ophthalmology and Duke Eye Center, we emphasize strategies to promote a united commitment to providing excellent care, the pursuit of knowledge, and dissemination of information to the next generation of clinicians, scientists, and staff.

Our ultimate goal is to attract, cultivate, and retain the best and brightest from all walks of life and backgrounds.

We believe that the emergence of new ideas from different perspectives catalyzes innovation and success. In support of our mission, we view diversity, defined as encompassing all aspects of human differences, as a fundamental pillar to fostering an inclusive working and learning environment, where all individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, provided work-life balance, and an opportunity to excel in their respective fields.

HOW TO APPLY..

Six first-year positions are offered at the Duke University Ophthalmology Residency Program through SF Match.

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