Optometry Fellowship
Explore the opportunity to elevate your optometry career with LJ Eye Institute’s prestigious Optometry Fellowship in Haryana. This world-class program offers comprehensive training and hands-on experience under the guidance of leaders in the field. Join us to enhance your skills, expand your knowledge
The objective of this Optometry Fellowship at LJ Eye Institute is to provide all-inclusive training in Optometry involving all ophthalmic specialties. At the end of the fellowship, the trainee will be armed with optometry skills like refraction, effective communication with Patient, history taking, slit lamp examination, applanation tonometry, and other routine OPD and diagnostic procedures.
The candidate must have B.Optom or D.Optom with 1 years clinical experience or internship from reputed institute.
The course duration is 18 months.
Course Content
Clinical Internship in Optometry
Program Overview
Immerse yourself in real-world optometry practice with our Clinical Internship Program. This program offers hands-on experience and exposure to diverse specialty clinical areas such as contact lens fitting, pediatric optometry, and advanced diagnostic procedures.
Program Highlights
Rotations in various clinical settings
Exposure to contact lens clinics and sub-specialty practices including Cornea, Glaucoma, and Retina diagnostics
Practical training in vision assessment and diagnostic technologies
Mentorship from experienced optometrists
Eligibility
Candidates must have completed 3 years of a Bachelor of Optometry program.
Why Choose LJ Eye Institute?
- Specialized training in cornea, glaucoma, pediatric optometry, and external eye diseases
- Access to advanced diagnostic and therapeutic technologies
- Hands-on experience in retinoscopy and clinical skill development
Course Duration: 12 Months
Application Process
Applications for the Clinical Internship Program are now open. Interested candidates can apply by completing the online application form.
Deadline: June 30
Optometry Fellowship in Contact Lens
Program Overview
Join our 6-month full-time fellowship program specializing in Soft, RGP, and Scleral Contact Lens fitting. The program provides comprehensive training and hands-on experience in managing specialty contact lenses.
Program Highlights
- Advanced training in scleral contact lens fitting techniques
- Clinical rotations with experienced optometrists
- Research opportunities in contact lens technology
- Mentorship from leading experts in optometry
Why Join LJ Eye Institute?
- Hands-on training in fitting specialty lenses including scleral and orthokeratology lenses
- Exposure to modern facilities and diagnostic technologies
- Build the skills required to excel as a contact lens practitioner
Course Duration: 6 Months
Application Process
Interested candidates can apply online through the application form.
Deadline: May 30
Comprehensive Optometry Fellowship
Program Overview
Join our 14-month full-time Comprehensive Optometry Fellowship focusing on pediatric refraction, contact lens expertise, and advanced diagnostic technologies.
Why Choose LJ Eye Institute?
Specialized training in cornea, glaucoma, pediatric optometry, and external eye diseases
Access to state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic technologies
Opportunities to participate in research and scientific projects
Program Highlights
- Rotations across various subspecialty clinics
- Exposure to diverse patient populations
- Sessions on practice management, ethics, and leadership skills
Course Duration: 14 Months
Application Process
Interested candidates can apply through the online application form.
Deadline: June 30
ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH
- Regular scheduled participations in fellow classes (Case presentations, journal clubs, theory discussion) and optometry classes.
- Two case reports/ small retrospective study and one large retrospective study/ prospective study are mandatory.
- Active participation in various CMEs/ workshops/ wet-labs organized at LJEI
Optometry Fellowship
FAQs – Optometry Fellowship at LJ Eye Institute, Ambala
Q1: Why choose LJ Eye Institute for an Optometry Fellowship?
Q2: What is the duration of the Optometry Fellowship?
Q3: What are the eligibility criteria?
Q4: What clinical areas will I get trained in?
You’ll gain experience in refraction, contact lenses, low vision, orthoptics, pediatric optometry, glaucoma screening, retina diagnostics, and pre/post-operative assessments.
Q5: Will I get hands-on experience with diagnostic equipment?
Q6: Is there any fee for the Optometry Fellowship?
Q7: Will I be involved in academic and outreach programs?
Q8: Are research opportunities available?
Yes, interested fellows may take part in ongoing clinical research and audits related to optometric care.
Q9: Will I receive a certificate after completion?
Q10: How can I apply?
Visit www.ljeyeinstitute.org and submit your application along with your resume and a short statement of purpose, or contact the institute directly.
