Cornea Observership Programme

The Cornea Observership Programme at AEDI, Gurugram is designed for ophthalmologists who wish to gain structured clinical exposure in cornea and anterior segment practice.

Participants will observe high-volume cornea OPD, diagnostic workup, corneal imaging, case discussions, surgical planning, and faculty-led clinical decision-making.

Key Areas of Exposure

Corneal infections and therapeutic keratoplasty
Corneal transplantation: PK, DSEK, DMEK
Keratoconus evaluation and C3R
Ocular surface disorders and dry eye
Refractive surgery evaluation and post-LASIK ectasia
Specialty contact lenses
Eye banking and corneal tissue utilization

What Participants Will Experience

The programme includes exposure to Cornea OPD, Keratoconus Clinic, Dry Eye Clinic, Specialty Contact Lens Clinic, surgical observation, academic discussions, and eye bank practices.

Participants may observe procedures such as PK, DSEK, DMEK, therapeutic keratoplasty, C3R, amniotic membrane transplantation, ocular surface reconstruction, and refractive procedures.

This observership offers real-world learning in diagnosis, treatment planning, surgical decision-making, and comprehensive corneal care.

Programme Duration

Flexible Duration Options:

1 Week Observership
2 Weeks Observership
4 Weeks Observership
Customized Duration (Subject to Approval)

Eligibility

Open to national and international ophthalmologists interested in cornea and anterior segment care.

Suitable for:

MS / DNB Ophthalmology residents
Cornea fellows
Practicing ophthalmologists
Young consultants

Applicants should have basic ophthalmic clinical knowledge and a keen interest in corneal diseases, surgical planning, refractive evaluation, and eye banking practices.