{"id":5750,"date":"2024-07-18T10:40:19","date_gmt":"2024-07-18T14:40:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/md\/studentaffairs-dev\/academic-assistance-and-advising\/career-goal-advisors\/ophthalmology\/"},"modified":"2026-04-01T16:39:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T20:39:25","slug":"ophthalmology","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/md\/student-affairs\/for-current-students\/advising\/career-goal-advising\/ophthalmology\/","title":{"rendered":"Ophthalmology"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Department Website<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/ophth\/\">med.unc.edu\/ophth<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Important Contacts<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Marlee Silverstein, MD<br \/>\n<\/strong>Pediatric Ophthalmologist<br \/>\nDirector of Medical Student Education<br \/>\nClinical Assistant Professor<br \/>\nDepartment of Ophthalmology<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:marlee_silverstein@med.unc.edu\">marlee_silverstein@med.unc.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Don Budenz, MD, MPH<\/strong><br \/>\nKittner Family Distinguished Professor and Chairman<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:donald_budenz@med.unc.edu\">donald_budenz@med.unc.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>David Fleischman, MD, MS, FACS<\/strong><br \/>\nAssociate Professor of Ophthalmology<br \/>\nVice Chair \u2013 UNC Department of Ophthalmology<br \/>\nDirector \u2013 Glaucoma Fellowship Program<br \/>\nDirector \u2013 Ocular Trauma<br \/>\nPerioperative Medical Director \u2013 UNC Hospitals Hillsborough<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:david_fleischman@med.unc.edu\">david_fleischman@med.unc.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Advisory College Videos<\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-lg btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/uncch.hosted.panopto.com\/Panopto\/Pages\/Viewer.aspx?id=16a8ada5-dba0-4bb3-ad10-b3bb011edc59\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Panopto Video Link\"><i class=\"fa fa-video\"><\/i> Career Opportunity Services Session<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>FAQs\/Course Recommendations\/Additional Info<\/h2>\n<div role=\"tablist\" class=\"panel-group  oscitas-bootstrap-container\" id=\"unc-accordion-0\">\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-0\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-0\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-0\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-0\">\n                How do students get assigned a career goal advisor?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nDr. Daniel Rubinstein is the career goal advisor.\u00a0 Students may also receive their career goal advisor from their clinical research mentors.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-1\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-1\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-1\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-1\">\n                What should my Individualization Phase look like?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<h4>Recommended Courses:<\/h4>\n<p><strong>AI\/Acting Internship<\/strong><br \/>\nInternal Medicine, Surgery, or Emergency Medicine<\/p>\n<p><strong>CC\/Critical Care<\/strong><br \/>\nNeurocritical Care, Burns, PICU, NICU<\/p>\n<p><strong>ACS\/Advanced Clinical Selective<\/strong><br \/>\nAdvanced Clinical Ophthalmology, Endocrinology, Rheumatology, ENT, OMFS, Geriatrics, Neurology<\/p>\n<p><strong>Electives<\/strong><br \/>\nOphthalmology, ENT, Endocrinology, Head and Neck Surgery\/Oncology, Neurology, International Electives<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-2\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-2\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-2\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-2\">\n                Do all my rotations need to be in Ophthalmology?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nNo<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-3\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-3\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-3\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-3\">\n                Should I do an away rotation?  What in?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nYes. A rotation in ophthalmology with a program at which you\u2019re interested in matching can serve as an audition. Rotating in different regions can also indicate your interest in matching into programs in different parts of the country.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-4\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-4\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-4\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-4\">\n                Do I need a rotation at UNC if I spent my time in Charlotte \/ Asheville \/ Wilmington?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-4\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nThis is not necessary, but it is suggested \u2013 the more time you spend with our ophthalmology<br \/>\ndepartment, the more strongly and specifically we can support your application.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-5\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-5\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-5\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-5\">\n                When do I need to meet with my career goal advisor?  How do I prepare?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-5\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nAs soon as you\u2019re committed to Ophthalmology. Know your own CV, some up with a general plan for your application, and have specific\/strategic questions in mind for your advisor.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-6\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-6\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-6\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-6\">\n                How many letters of recommendation do I need?  From whom should I get them?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-6\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nThree letters, at least one from an ophthalmologist. All should know you VERY WELL.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-7\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-7\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-7\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-7\">\n                When do I ask for my letters?  What do they need?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-7\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nAsk for letters with ample notice to your letter writers \u2013 at least 8 weeks prior to the application deadline. They will need a copy of your CV and may ask to speak with you further about the specifics of your interests and career goals.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-8\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-8\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-8\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-8\">\n                How do I determine the best programs I should apply to?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-8\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nBe realistic about your application, and match programs to your CV. If your strong point is research, apply to research institutions. If your strong point is service, apply to community- based programs or those with significant underserved patient populations. If your scores and grades are borderline compared to the published ophthalmology match statistics, apply broadly to improve your chances.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-9\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-9\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-9\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-9\">\n                I just got this great piece of news\u2026 do I need to notify programs            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-9\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nNot unless the news is really earth-shattering \u2013 national-level grants or awards, new patents, etc. Updates are unlikely to be read once interview invites are sent out.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-10\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-10\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-10\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-10\">\n                I am waitlisted for an interview at X and I\u2019d really like to see that program.  What do I do?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-10\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nEmail with a \u201cletter of interest\u201d detailing your specific and compelling reasons for interest. New pieces of info or relevant updates could be helpful in these letters.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-11\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-11\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-11\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-11\">\n                I didn\u2019t get an interview at X program.  Should I send them a \u201cletter of intent\u201d?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-11\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nA letter of interest would be better received. See above.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-12\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-12\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-12\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-12\">\n                Should I send thank you letters to programs?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-12\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nYes, this is important. Send one to at least the PD, but preferably to each faculty member who took the time to interview you. Try to be specific about aspects of your conversation and mention specific pieces of information from the interview day that bolstered your interest. Be<br \/>\nsure to send these out in timely fashion &#8211; rank lists are completed fairly quickly.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-13\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-13\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-13\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-13\">\n                Should I send a letter to the program I am planning to rank #1?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-13\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nYes, and you can feel free to state this in the letter. Again, be specific about your reasons for interest and why you intend to rank that program #1. DO NOT send this kind of letter to more than one program \u2013 ophthalmology is a very small community, and manipulative maneuvers (i.e., telling multiple programs that they are your #1) can have long-lasting negative effects on your career. Do not expect a specific reciprocal statement of interest in response \u2013 most programs keep their interests private.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-14\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-14\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-14\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-14\">\n                How do I respond if a program reaches out to me after my interview?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-14\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\nThis is usually a sign of interest from the program. Be gracious and professional, even if that particular program is not at the top of your rank list. Avoid engaging in any match violations. Use this information to your advantage when constructing your rank list.<br \/>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-15\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h3 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-15\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-15\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-15\">\n                What makes a competitive applicant in this field?            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h3>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p><u>Competitive applicants to ophthalmology will demonstrate all of the following:<\/u><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A strong academic record throughout medical school: Step 1 passed in one attempt, Step 2 SK score of 255+, and a\u00a0majority of honors grades on required clinical rotations<\/li>\n<li>Relationships to support at least two letters of recommendation from academic ophthalmologists (letter writers from\u00a0home program preferred)<\/li>\n<li>Clinical exposure to ophthalmology: participation in the ophthalmology interest group, previous work experience in ophthalmology\/optometry, and\/or clinical shadowing<\/li>\n<li>Ongoing research experience in ophthalmology: involvement in at least 1-2 ophthalmology research projects during medical school with continued specialty-related research activities as the application season approaches<\/li>\n<li>Applicants who have not developed the proper faculty relationships, or who do not have a record of clinical and\/or research exposure may choose to pursue a pre-residency research fellowship to facilitate additional specialty-related experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Match Process Overview<\/h2>\n<p>Residency in ophthalmology is a 3-year course of training and is considered an \u201cadvanced\u201d because it begins in PGY-2. The ophthalmology match is facilitated by SF Match and is separate from the main NRMP match used by most other specialties. The ophthalmology application and matching process is highly competitive and occurs earlier than the main match \u2013 the target date for application completion and submission is usually in August or early September of the applicants\u2019 4th year, with interviews throughout the Fall and early Winter. Match results are usually available in December or January. Please see the SF Match ophthalmology match website (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sfmatch.org\/specialty\/ophthalmology-residency\/Overview\">https:\/\/www.sfmatch.org\/specialty\/ophthalmology-residency\/Overview<\/a>) for specific application requirements as well as timetables for upcoming match cycles and match statistics from previous cycles.<\/p>\n<p>All trainees are required to complete a 1-year internship program prior to beginning their ophthalmology residency. Historically, this meant applying and interviewing for a transitional year or a preliminary PGY-1 year in medicine, surgery, family medicine, or pediatrics separately from the ophthalmology match. As of 2023, many ophthalmology residencies have either joint or integrated relationships with a specific internship program. Joint residencies are separate training programs with separate application processes that have an agreement to match the same applicants. Ophthalmology residencies that have joint internships require separate applications through SF match for the ophthalmology portion and through ERAS for the internship portion. Integrated programs do not require a separate application, and the entire application and match process is handled by SF Match. Some integrated or joint programs may require their prospective residents to interview with faculty from the internship year as part of their selection process. Given the current heterogeneity in the structure of the relationships between internship programs and advanced ophthalmology residencies, all ophthalmology applicants are encouraged to register for and prepare applications through both SF match and ERAS\/NRMP so that they have the option to apply to both joint and integrated programs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Department Website med.unc.edu\/ophth Important Contacts Marlee Silverstein, MD Pediatric Ophthalmologist Director of Medical Student Education Clinical Assistant Professor Department of Ophthalmology marlee_silverstein@med.unc.edu Don Budenz, MD, MPH Kittner Family Distinguished Professor and Chairman donald_budenz@med.unc.edu David Fleischman, MD, MS, FACS Associate Professor of Ophthalmology Vice Chair \u2013 UNC Department of Ophthalmology Director \u2013 Glaucoma Fellowship Program Director &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/md\/student-affairs\/for-current-students\/advising\/career-goal-advising\/ophthalmology\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Ophthalmology\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":79967,"featured_media":0,"parent":2460,"menu_order":21,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"layout":"","cellInformation":"","apiCallInformation":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"class_list":["post-5750","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","odd"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Ophthalmology | Office of Student Affairs<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/md\/student-affairs\/for-current-students\/advising\/career-goal-advising\/ophthalmology\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Ophthalmology | Office of Student Affairs\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Department Website med.unc.edu\/ophth Important Contacts Marlee Silverstein, MD Pediatric Ophthalmologist Director of Medical Student Education Clinical Assistant Professor Department of Ophthalmology marlee_silverstein@med.unc.edu Don Budenz, MD, MPH Kittner Family Distinguished Professor and Chairman donald_budenz@med.unc.edu David Fleischman, MD, MS, FACS Associate Professor of Ophthalmology Vice Chair \u2013 UNC Department of Ophthalmology Director \u2013 Glaucoma Fellowship Program Director &hellip; 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