![]() ![]() Surgical management of complex ocular traumas involving posterior segment of the eye.Combined vitreoretinal/anterior segment and vitreoretinal/glaucoma surgeries including those the need temporary keratopresthesis placement.Both straight forward and complex retinal detachment surgeries including those needing primary scleral buckling or combined pars plana vitrectomy and scleral buckling.Complex tractional retinal detachments caused by diseases like diabetes and vitreoretinal complications of ocular trauma.Some of these complicated cases that our fellows are involved in include: Our surgical volume is several times above the required numbers for a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship training program and includes some of the most complicated cases that a vitreoretinal surgeon may face in their carrier. The fellow starts participation in retinal surgeries on day one and rapidly gain autonomy in the clinic and the operating room. Our program is focused on training exceptional surgeons who will be confidently diagnosed and treat (medical and surgical) both straightforward and complex retinal challenges. The University of Minnesota Medical and Surgical Vitreoretinal fellowship is sponsored by the Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology. Become skillful in retinal surgical techniques so that the UMN trained physician can fully evaluate, diagnose, and manage all forms of surgical challenges.Mastering in the diagnosis and treatment of all aspects of retinal diseases to the level that he or she can offer the most up-to-date medical and surgical care to his or her patient. ![]() By the end of the two years, our graduates will achieve: Our program provides a wealth of experience in all aspects of the clinical care of patients with retinal diseases. Our goal is to offer top-notch clinical and surgical training in the field of vitreoretinal diseases and train the fellow to become competent and confident in the management of retinal diseases. Opportunities for both clinical and basic research are available based on the research interests of the fellow. The fellowship is based primarily at the Phillips Wangensteen Building (PWB), Clinic and Surgical Center (CSC), and Masonic Children’s Hospital of the University of Minnesota/Fairview system but also includes experiences at our partners’ private office. The fellow will gain experience in the diagnosis, medical management, and in-office and surgical interventions for common and rare and complex retinal diseases. The fellowship includes surgical and medical training in vitreoretinal diseases, uveitis, ocular oncology, pediatric ophthalmology, and inherited retinal diseases. The Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship at the University of Minnesota is a 2-year fellowship. ![]()
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