Welcome to the Ophthalmology Foundation

We are a foundation of Ophthalmologists for Ophthalmologists
We value education as a way to elevate the level of patient care globally
We exist because of caring individuals and esteemed industry sponsors

Examinations Travel Grant

Check out our new David and Molly Pyott Foundation Travel Grant of $10,000. This initiative aims to honor the top-achieving candidate in the Ophthalmology Clinical Sciences examinations. Registration is closed for the 26 March 2025 exams. Registration for the September exams will open in early May 2025.

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Learn About our Programs

The Ophthalmology Foundation is proud to support faculty education programs created by a team of respected ophthalmic educators, high impact fellowships created and managed by the International Ophthalmologic Fellowships Foundation, and online examinations to ensure ophthalmologists in training meet the highest standards of excellence in knowledge and skills.

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Dr. Karl Golnik, Chair of Education Programs, provides an overview of our key program initiatives.
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Upcoming Events

Our faculty and volunteers hold symposia and workshops at national and regional congresses that focus on education principles for faculty development. They provide exceptional opportunities to enhance your knowledge, refine your skills, and expand your professional network.
Check out the events below and register for a session near you.

What’s New

Read about the latest news, publications, and achievements of the Ophthalmology Foundation. Read more updates.

Foundations of Ophthalmic Surgery Course

The Kagabi Eye Unit in Rwanda is offering a comprehensive three-day course to build essential skills in ophthalmic surgery, including an introduction to Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS). Ideal for medical students considering ophthalmology…

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New Publication on Simulation-Based Education Infographics

Read the newest publication from the Ophthalmology Foundation’s Simulation-Based Education Subcommittee. Committee Chairs Drs. Helena Prior Filipe and Mathys Labushange, along with Dr. Isabella du Preez, study infographics’ effectiveness aligning with published recommendations to make…

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Save the Date for APAO and AIOS 2025

Join the Ophthalmology Foundation at the 40th Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) Congress in conjunction with the 83rd Annual Conference of All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS) in New Dehli, India, 2-6 April 2025. We…

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