UCSD ophthalmology residents benefit from a collegial culture within the department that encourages collaboration and mutual learning. Faculty are excited about mentoring UCSD ophthalmology residents. There are opportunities for formal mentorship (e.g. via the residency research program) or for informal mentorship.
The department hosts various community-building activities throughout the year to foster relationships among faculty, staff, and trainees, including a start-of-the-year welcome party, holiday celebrations, potluck lunches throughout the year, graduation ceremony at the end of the year, and additional ad hoc social events.
For residents who are interested in serving as mentors themselves, there are also peer mentoring programs (such as the RISE program in the School of Medicine) and opportunities to mentor medical students interested in ophthalmology.
Our department prioritizes wellness of all of our team members, including residents and fellows. Below are just a few examples of how we support wellness and balance.
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"I have nothing but good things to say about Shiley. I have been a patient there for more than 25yrs. I have had so many complications with my vision, and have seen various specialists at Shiley.. The doctors there are top notch, and have saved my eyesight on several occasions with emergency situations. Thank goodness We have Shiley here in San Diego."
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"I am extremely impressed with the Coronavirus preventative measures they have in place. I had some anxiety when I needed to go there for an appointment after the precautions went into effect. They have social distancing inside and outside the building. Every person wears a mask. Hand sanitizer is at the entrance and no one is allowed in until 12 questions are answered and your temperature is taken."
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"I have nothing but good things to say about Shiley. I have been a patient there for more than 25yrs. I have had so many complications with my vision, and have seen various specialists at Shiley.. The doctors there are top notch, and have saved my eyesight on several occasions with emergency situations. Thank goodness We have Shiley here in San Diego."
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