Welcome to the Ophthalmology Foundation

We are a foundation of Ophthalmologists for Ophthalmologists
We value education as a way to elevate the level of patient care globally
We exist because of caring individuals and esteemed industry sponsors

About Us

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Faculty Development

Improving teaching skills of ophthalmic
educators to become better trainers.

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Fellowships

Advancing subspecialty skills with 3-month or 1-year fellowships worldwide.

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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.

YouTube video — Dr. Karl Golnik, Chair of Education Programs, provides an overview of our key program initiatives.

Examinations Registration and Question & Answer Webinar

September 2025 exam registration is now open! Learn more here.
Have any questions about the exams or registration process? Join us on 9 July 2025, 14.00 UTC, and hear from the examinations team. This event is for prospective exam candidates. Register below to receive the zoom link and submit your questions ahead of time. The webinar will be recorded and distributed later.

Examinations Q&A Webinar

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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.

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What’s New

Read about the latest news, publications, and achievements of the Ophthalmology Foundation. Read more updates.

Activities at the Pan-American Congress 2025

Ophthalmology Foundation staff and volunteers attended the Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology (PAAO) Congress 2025 in Bogotá, Colombia from 29 May – 2 June. The Medical Education in Ophthalmology program was endorsed by the Ophthalmology Foundation and Pan-American Council of University Professors of Ophthalmology (PACUPO). Foundations of Medical Education, Friday, 30 May 2025 with Drs. Ana…

Recent Faculty Development in India, USA, Egypt, and Romania

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. Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) Congress and…

OF Successfully Completes First Examinations

The Ophthalmology Foundation celebrates our inaugural examinations day held on 26 March 2025 worldwide. We thank Nicola Quilter, Examinations Director, David Pyott, MDhc, Vice President and Chair for Examinations, Karl Golnik, MD, MEd, Chair for Examinations Working Committee, and the examinations team Rosie Hartley and Vicky Glossop and in their dedication and preparation for this…