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.
Ophthalmology Foundation at AAO 2025
The Ophthalmology Foundation was pleased to participate in the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) annual meeting in October 2025. Read more to learn about how our staff, faculty volunteers, and board members utilized the meeting to advance our mission of strengthening ophthalmic education. The Ophthalmology Foundation hosted an ophthalmic educators symposium, “AI as a Clinical…
Recent Faculty Development in Ethiopia, Spain, Brazil, and Denmark
The Faculty Development Committee of the Ophthalmology Foundation have presented at congresses worldwide that focus on education principles for faculty development. They provide exceptional opportunities to enhance knowledge, refine skills, and expand professional networks. Read on about where we have been lately and see our upcoming events. COECSAAugust 2025, Ethiopia Facilitators Profs. Karl Golnik, Meenakshi…
Upcoming Examination Opportunities
Upcoming Exams, Events, and Opportunities with the Ophthalmology FoundationAs we move into the final months of 2025, 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 community,…