Ophthalmology FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Compiled by Robert Chang, MD
DISCLAIMER: This information is based on personal opinions and should
not be solely used in formulating any decisions. This information is distributed
in good faith and should be combined with your own personal experiences.
Check the official SFMATCH.ORG for the latest information and links.
- Introduction
- The Application Process (Early Match)
- Q1 How do I apply?
- Q2 When do I apply?
- Q3 Where should I apply?
- Q4 How many programs should I apply to?
- Q5 Who should I ask for recommendations?
- Q6 What are residency programs looking for in an applicant?
- Q7 Should I do an "away" elective?
- Q8 When will I be interviewing?
- Q9 What qualities in a residency program should I be looking for?
- Q10 What is the difference between a four-year program and a three-year program?
- Q11 Does it make a difference if I do a transitional or preliminary year?
- Q12 Any advice for the Regular Match Scramble?
- Q13 What fellowship positions are available?
- Q14 What is the match rate?
- Q15 What is the average number of applications a residency program receives?
- Program Rankings
- Q16 How many total first year positions are there?
- Q17 What are the top ophthalmology residency programs overall?
- Q18 What are the top ophthalmology research programs?
- Q19 What are the top ophthalmology clinical programs?
- Program Listings by State
- AL Alabama (1)
- AR Arkansas (1)
- AZ Arizona (1)
- CA California (10)
- CO Colorado (1)
- CT Connecticut (1)
- DC District of Columbia (4)
- FL Florida (3)
- GA Georgia (2)
- IL Illinois (6)
- IN Indiana (1)
- IA Iowa (1)
- KS Kansas (1)
- KY Kentucky (2)
- LA Louisiana (3)
- MD Maryland (3)
- MA Massachusetts (3)
- MI Michigan (4)
- MN Minnesota (2)
- MS Mississippi (1)
- MO Missouri (4)
- NE Nebraska (1)
- NJ New Jersey (1)
- NY New York (20)
- NC North Carolina (3)
- OH Ohio (5)
- OK Oklahoma (1)
- OR Oregon (1)
- PA Pennsylvania (8)
- RI Rhode Island (1)
- SC South Carolina (2)
- TN Tennessee (3)
- TX Texas (7)
- UT Utah (1)
- VA Virginia (3)
- WA Washington (1)
- WV West Virginia (1)
- WI Wisconsin (2)
Rohit Krishna, MD
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Sabates Eye Center