Examinations
Advancing ophthalmic careers through internationally recognized examinations.
Fellowships
Advancing subspecialty skills with 3-month or 1-year fellowships worldwide.
Faculty Development
Improving teaching skills of ophthalmic
educators to become better trainers.
Accreditation
Driving improvement in ophthalmology
residency training programs.
Fellowships Informational Webinar Recording
Learn about fellowships for young ophthalmologists from underserved and low-resource countries for the opportunity to receive advanced training at leading ophthalmology host centers around the globe. Annually, 80-100 awards are available in 20 subspecialties.
Faculty Development Webinar Series
Teaching Professionalism & Ethics in Ophthalmology Residency: Learn how Case-Based Learning (CBL) and Problem-Based Learning (PBL) can strengthen ethical reasoning, reflective practice, and professional behaviors in residents. Explore practical strategies, sample ophthalmic ethical scenarios, and simple tools to assess and reinforce professional conduct in everyday training.
Learn About our Programs
The Ophthalmology Foundation is proud to support faculty development programs created by a team of respected ophthalmic educators, high impact fellowships created and managed by the International Ophthalmologic Fellowships Foundation, accreditation for residency training programs to meet international standards, and online examinations to ensure ophthalmologists in training meet the highest standards of excellence in knowledge and skills.
Examinations Registration Open
Registration for the 30 September 2026 examinations opened 15 February and closes 31 July. We bring the exam to you anywhere in the world, learn more here. Elevate your knowledge to global standards. Challenge yourself with international standardized examinations! The Ophthalmology Foundation offers new online examinations for ophthalmology available at local centers offered twice a year. Empower your ophthalmology journey. NEW: Subspecialty examinations in retina and glaucoma launching in 2027!
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.
Examination Updates July 2026
Learn About Our Exciting Examination DevelopmentsWe’re delighted to share a number of exciting developments, including the launch of our new internationally bench marked subspecialty examinations, a new Global Partner Spotlight featuring the Arab Board of Health Specializations (ABHS), and the introduction of our Global Ambassador Network.Alongside these exciting announcements, applications for our September 2026 examination…
China 2026 Leaders in Education
The Ophthalmology Foundation held a full-day ophthalmic educators course in May 2026 in Shantou, Guangdong, China, an initiative with the the Chinese Women’s Medical Association. Chaired by Dr. Karl C. Golnik and organized by the Program Director, Dr. Mingzhi Zhang, participants learned how to implement strategies to enhance teaching and learning in their residency programs….
Ophthalmic Educators Symposium at AAO 2026
AAO 2026: Ophthalmic Educators Symposium “Online Tools for Interactive Learning in Ophthalmology” Friday, 9 October 2026, 1:30–4:30 p.m., Room TBA Program Number SYM01 Workshops provide valuable hands-on learning opportunities. If you’re attending AAO 2026 this October, join us on 9 October, 1:30-4:30 PM, US Central Time, for our Ophthalmic Educators Workshop – Online Tools for…
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