Observer Visiting Resident Elective Rotation – Ophthalmology

Overview

Observer-only elective rotation at AUBMC for residents and fellows enrolled in another training programme, available in ophthalmology via the GME office; observers attend rounds, conferences and surgeries but do not take part in patient care.

The programme

Training type

Observership

Duration

4 weeks to 3 months per academic year

Start

Not stated on official page

Positions

Not stated on official page

Accreditation

Not stated on official page

Department

Not stated on official page

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Currently enrolled in a residency or fellowship programme with program-director approval; transcript, immunisation records, health and liability insurance; online infection-control and fire-safety modules.

International applicants

Yes – visiting residents from other institutions; space-available basis

Visa support

Not stated on official page

Licence requirement

Not stated on official page

How to apply

Deadline

Apply to the GME Office at least three months before the elective start date (approval takes about 4–6 weeks)

Application method

Application documents submitted to the AUB GME Office

Funding

Funding

Non-refundable processing fee US$50 plus US$50 on acceptance; housing at the resident's expense

Official sources