Glaucoma Fellowship

Job Summary:

The Glaucoma Fellowship at Eye Mantra is a structured training program aimed at developing expertise in the diagnosis, management, and surgical treatment of glaucoma. Fellows will benefit from broad clinical exposure, practical hands-on experience, and training with advanced diagnostic technologies and modern treatment approaches for glaucoma care.

Program Details:

OPD & Procedures:

• The fellowship offers intensive training in the clinical evaluation and management of glaucoma patients.
• Fellows will gain access to advanced diagnostic tools, including Tonometry, Perimetry, OCT, Fundus Photography, and Gonioscopy.
• Regular rotations in outpatient departments provide opportunities to independently manage glaucoma cases under expert supervision.
• Training covers both primary and secondary glaucomas, including open-angle, angle-closure, and pediatric types.

Program Structure:

First 3 Months – Induction Phase:

• Thorough introduction to the fundamentals of glaucoma diagnosis and treatment.
• Hands-on training in performing diagnostic evaluations such as visual field analysis, tonometry, OCT, and gonioscopy.
• Instruction in optic nerve head (ONH) assessment, RNFL analysis, and interpretation of diagnostic imaging.
• Case-based learning focused on understanding glaucoma pathophysiology and exploring both medical and surgical treatment plans.
• Exposure to pharmacological therapies, including prostaglandin analogs, beta-blockers, alpha agonists, and combination drugs.

Next 3 Months – Advanced Clinical and Surgical Training:

• Training in managing complex glaucoma presentations.
• Practical experience in surgical procedures including Trabeculectomy, Tube Shunt Surgery, and Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS).
• Supervised hands-on involvement in glaucoma surgeries and assistance in the operating room.
• Introduction to advanced techniques such as Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation (ECP) and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT).
• Active participation in clinical research, case discussions, and evidence-based treatment planning.

Key Learning Opportunities:

• Deep understanding of glaucoma progression and disease mechanisms.
• Hands-on use of advanced diagnostic and imaging tools.
• Practical training in both non-surgical and surgical management of glaucoma.
• Development of patient communication skills and strategies for long-term disease management.