Long Term Fellowship in Retina & Vitreous
The examination and treatment of vitreo-retinal diseases has attracted the attention of a host of scientists and physicians. Beginning with only the direct ophthalmoscope a few decades ago, today one has several devices to precisely examine the vitreous and retina. Several treatment modalities using lasers and surgery are now available to treat a variety of conditions. With new refinements in instruments, devices and surgical procedures taking place each year, there is a need to keep oneself constantly informed of the latest research in the theory and practice of retinal diseases.
The goal of the fellowship training program is to impart skills in the management of medical and surgical diseases of the vitreous and retina. At the same time, the program is designed to develop and expand the scope of multidisciplinary research
Duration: 24 months
Session commences: In January and July.
Places available: One per session.
Qualifications: MS / MD / DNB (Ophthalmology)
Selection: Through a written test and interview in November and May.
Application procedure: Applications must be accompanied by a curriculum vitae and testimonials from two referees.
Course Curriculum
Clinical: Indirect Ophthalmoscopy, Fundus Biomicroscopy (90D/78D).
Diagnostics: Fundus Photography, Fluorescein Angiography, Ultrasonography, Electrophysiology (ERG, EOG, VER), OCT
Laser: Use of slit lamp and Indirect Ophthalmoscope delivery modes for laser treatment of retinal disorders, PDT.
Surgical training as an assistant
- Retinal detachment
- Vitreous pathologies
- Vascular retinopathies
- Ocular trauma
- Macular disorders
- Paediatric retinal diseases
- Endophthalmitis
Independent surgical training
- Scleral Buckling
- Vitreous Surgery for Complicated Retinal Detachment
- Vitreous Surgery for Vascular Retinopathy
- Lensectomy
- Medical & Surgical Management of Endophthalmitis
For further details contact
Education Centre,
L V Prasad Eye Institute,
L V Prasad Marg, Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500 034
Telephone: +91-40-3061 2445 / 46
Fax: +91-40-2354 8271
Email: education@lvpei.org