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Ophthamology Residency Program

University of Louisville

Doctoral OtherCIP: 61.1401

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Louisville, Kentucky

    2301 S 3rd St, Louisville, Kentucky, 40292-0001

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningActive LearningJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessComplex Problem SolvingInstructingSpeakingLearning StrategiesWriting

Knowledge

Medicine and DentistryEnglish LanguageBiologyCustomer and Personal ServiceAdministration and ManagementEducation and TrainingPsychology

Abilities

Written ComprehensionProblem SensitivityInductive ReasoningNear VisionOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningWritten ExpressionSpeech RecognitionSpeech Clarity

Tasks

  • Perform comprehensive examinations of the visual system to determine the nature or extent of ocular
  • Diagnose or treat injuries, disorders, or diseases of the eye and eye structures including the corne
  • Provide or direct the provision of postoperative care.
  • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, an
  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.

Technology

Medical softwareWord processing softwareElectronic mail softwareSpreadsheet softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareComputer based training softwareData base user interface and query softwareCalendar and scheduling software

Tools

Automated external defibrillators AEDAutorefractorsBinocular indirect ophthalmoscopesConjunctival sac scissorsCorneal scissorsCorneal topographersDiagnostic exophthalmometersDiagnostic ophthalmoscope setsDigital still camerasElectrosurgical coagulation unitsEvisceration scoopsEye speculumsEye surgery lasersEye test lens setsHandheld tonometers3D movement analysis systemsAgar slidesAutomated ESR analyzersBack support bracesBalance boardsBiohazard containersBlood culture incubatorsCardiac monitorsCarousel slide projectorsCasting ovensCell washing equipmentCervical traction unitsCoagulation testing equipmentColorimetric devicesCompact digital cameras

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Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric29-1241.00
  • Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary25-1071.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Doctoral Other)

  • Comprehensive visual system examinations — conduct under attending supervision to identify common ocular disorders in a clinical training setting.
  • Patient histories and ocular symptoms — gather and document accurately using electronic medical record software during supervised intake assessments.
  • Basic ophthalmic diagnostic instruments — operate, including slit lamps and tonometers, under direct supervision in an outpatient ophthalmology clinic.
  • Common eye conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma — recognize and describe their clinical presentations when reviewing patient cases with a supervising ophthalmologist.
  • Topical ophthalmic medications — identify appropriate drug classes and administration routes under attending guidance for straightforward ocular conditions.
  • Postoperative care protocols — assist in implementing under direct supervision following routine cataract or refractive surgery procedures.
  • Patient education materials on healthy vision maintenance — deliver using standardized scripts under oversight in a clinic or hospital setting.
  • Medical literature and clinical guidelines for ophthalmology — read and summarize to support evidence-based decision-making under faculty direction.
  • Surgical anatomy of the eye and adnexa — demonstrate foundational knowledge when assisting in operating room procedures under senior surgeon supervision.
  • Treatment risks and benefits for common ophthalmic disorders — explain at a basic level to patients with guidance from supervising clinical staff.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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