Faculty Development
Improving teaching skills of ophthalmic
educators to become better trainers.
Fellowships
Advancing subspecialty skills with 3-month or 1-year fellowships worldwide.
Examinations
Elevating knowledge with international standardized examinations.
Accreditation
Driving improvement in ophthalmology
residency training programs.
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
March 2026 exam registration is open! 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.
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.
Upcoming Examination Opportunities
Upcoming Exams, Events, and Opportunities with the Ophthalmology FoundationAs we move into the final months of the year, the Ophthalmology Foundation Examinations Team is pleased to share key updates and important dates for our upcoming exams, webinars, and outreach events. Whether you’re preparing to sit for an examination or looking to engage with our global…
Publication Highlight: Opening Eyes
Hugh Taylor, AC, MD, University of Melbourne Opening Eyes FlyerDownload Founding Board Director of the Ophthalmology Foundation, Hugh Taylor, AC, MD, has published a new book, “Opening Eyes; Preventer of Blindness.” It tells the story of the work he has accomplished over the years on eye care and the causes of blindness. The book covers…
Eyexcel 2025 – Improving Training Programs
Dr. Pranesh Balasubramaniam and Dr. Karl Golnik, Ophthalmology Foundation, Eyexcel 2025 Eyexcel 2025 is the annual flagship event of Lions Aravind Institute of Community Ophthalmology (the Public Health Wing of Aravind Eye Care System), where teams from around the globe gather in Madurai, India. This course helps teams apply a structured and scientific approach to…