By the Numbers
- Number of residents accepted each year: 5
- ACGME approved residents for our training program: 15
- Length of Residency: 3 years
- Graduates who go on to fellowships: 54%
- Faculty Members who train Ophthalmology residents: 28
Required rotations
- 1st and 2nd year: four of five 10-12 week rotations are scheduled at University of Iowa Hospital
- One rotation annually is at the VAMC, Iowa City
- 3rd year: one of five rotations is in Des Moines at the VA Medical Center
Benefits
- Competitive Stipends
- Comprehensive medical, dental, hospitalization and pharmacy benefits for residents/fellows and their dependents
- Vacation each year: 3 weeks
Board Certification Requirements
- Visit the American Board of Ophthalmology for specifics on board certification requirements
Contact Us
Laura Pitlick, Resident Program Coordinator
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1091
319-353-8585
e-mail: laura-pitlick@uiowa.edu