Ophthalmology
Core Career Advisors
- Steve Chang- schang@nevadaeye.com
- Mitchell Strominger- mbstrominger@outlook.com
- David Freeman- p.david.freeman@gmail.com
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USMLE Data
USMLE Data UNR Med 2013 - 2019 U.S. Allopathic Seniors (2018) Step Matched Step Matched Unmatched Step 1 Mean 242 Step 1 Mean 244 228 Step 2 Mean 251 -
PRECENTILE DISTRIBUTION FOR ALL MATCHED SENIORS (2016-2018)
PRECENTILE DISTRIBUTION FOR ALL MATCHED SENIORS (2016-2018) Criteria UNR Med 25th 50th 75th Mean Step 1 Score 242 238 244 254 -
Outcomes of the 2019 Match
Outcomes of the 2019 Match Year # Programs # Positions Offered # Unfilled Programs # U.S. Senior Applicants # Total Applicants % Filled US Seniors % Filled Total PGY-1 116 475 0 434 625 91.00% 100.00% -
Should Applicants Do Away Rotations?
Yes.
Since UNR does not have an ophthalmology residency, it is advised that students planning on applying to ophthalmology residencies do an away rotation at an institution that has a residency program and where they would be interested in training.
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UNR Med Away Rotation Placements 2013-2019
- Louisiana State University School of Medicine
- Medical College of South Carolina
- Stanford University SOM
- University of California, LA David Geffen
- University of Texas South Western
- University of Utah, Salt Lake City - Moran Eye Center
- University of Virginia
- Wills Eye Hospital-Pennsylvania-PA
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Application Strategies
Research?
- Research will always improve an application but it is not a requirement. It doesn’t have to be Ophthalmology research either.
- Be prepared to talk about your work.
Personal Statement
- Demonstrate a genuine interest in Ophthalmology
- Describe why you want to pursue a career ophthalmology
- Include unique experiences, personal events and qualities that are relevant to the specialty
Letters of Recommendation
- Three (3) letters are recommended, a 4th can be from a research mentor
- A Chair’s/Clerkship Director letter should be included
- At least one letter from within the specialty
- Additional letters can be sent to programs directly outside of CAS if allowed by program
Application Timing
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Ophthalmology is an early Match. Match Results are out Mid-January
Interviews
- Program interviews are from October-November.
- Online Resources and Opportunities
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Matched Programs
2020
- University of Kentucky Med Ctr
- Eastern VA Medical School
2019
- U Arizona COM
2017
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U Alabama Med Ctr-Birmingham
2012
- Wills Eye Hospital-Pennsylvania-PA
2011
- University of Arizona Affil. Hosps.
2010
- University of Virginia
2009
- Mayo Clinic-Rochester MN
- Medical College of South Carolina