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OPHT301A

Introduction to Ophthalmology Clerkship

Ophthalmology MED - School of Medicine

Course Description

VISITING: Closed to visitors. TYPE OF CLERKSHIP: Elective. DESCRIPTION: This clinical clerkship provides brief exposure to general and subspecialty ophthalmology at Stanford University. The clerkship consists of spending time in clinic, the OR, and teaching sessions at Byers Eye Institute and the Palo Alto VA. Designed to provide an initial exposure to ophthalmology. For students interested in pursuing ophthalmology, the rotation can be taken prior to taking the longer 300A rotation. PREREQUISITES: Students must have access to some form transportation. At all sites, parking is free. PERIODS AVAILABLE: 1-12. Full-time for 2 weeks, 2 students per period. CLERKSHIP DIRECTOR: Eubee Koo M.D., eubeekoo@stanford.edu. CLERKSHIP COORDINATOR: Brooke Byron, bbyron@stanford.edu. Please email Dr. Eubee Koo with questions at: eubeekoo@stanford.edu. REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS: Where: You will receive information regarding location and time the week prior to the start of the rotation; Time: 9:00 am. CALL CODE: 2. OTHER FACULTY: Staff. LOCATION: SUMC, PAVAMC, SCVMC.

Grading Basis

MED - Medical School +/- Option

Min

3

Max

6

Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?

No

Course Component

Clerkship

Enrollment Optional?

No