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Match Day 2025 has arrived and we’re thrilled to present the four highly achieved M4s who comprise UNC Ophthalmology’s Class of 2029! Our newest class of next-generation ophthalmologists will commence their four-year training experience at UNC in July when they begin their internship with UNC Internal Medicine mid-year.<\/p>\n

Residency Program Director Alice Zhang, MD<\/strong>, stated: “We are so thrilled to welcome four brilliant medical students to the Tar Heel Ophthalmology family. Through a highly competitive selection process, we are so glad to have matched with an outstanding group of future ophthalmologists. Our program is dedicated to providing a rigorous and comprehensive training experience. Under the mentorship of our distinguished and dedicated faculty, our residents will gain the skills, knowledge, and experience to become leaders in the field. Welcome!”<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Match Day 2025 has arrived and we’re thrilled to present the four highly achieved M4s who comprise UNC Ophthalmology’s Class of 2029! Our newest class of next-generation ophthalmologists will commence their four-year training experience at UNC in July when they begin their internship with UNC Internal Medicine mid-year. 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