Cornea, Refractive & Cataract Fellowship
Hands-on training in cataract, refractive and corneal surgery.
Training mode
You join the cornea and cataract department as a fellow under an assigned senior consultant, one-to-one, for the full placement.
- In theatre: you work at the microscope from the start. Your role grows from wound construction and capsulorhexis to full procedure steps, as your consultant judges you ready.
- In clinic: you assess patients with corneal topography, biometry and IOL calculation alongside your consultant.
- Follow-up: you follow your patients through post-operative reviews.
- Academic: you take part in the department's case discussions.
Your actual level of involvement (observing, assisting, or performing steps under supervision) is decided by your supervising consultant, based on your previous experience, skills, competency, and overall performance.
Highlights
- Phacoemulsification
- Manual small-incision cataract surgery (MSICS)
- LASIK and PRK
- Corneal transplantation (PK, DALK, DSEK)
- Corneal cross-linking
- Premium IOLs
Training location
We offer this Fellowship Program in collaboration with several well-known hospitals across India. Final acceptance is subject to the applicant's proposed training dates, hospital schedules, and consultant availability.
Certificate
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive an official Training Certificate issued by the hosting hospital, recognizing your participation and clinical training.
Duration and costs
| Duration | Program fee |
|---|---|
| 1 month | USD 3,000 |
| 2 months | USD 5,500 |
| 3 months | USD 8,000 |
| 6 months | USD 12,000 |
| 1 year | USD 16,000 |
The registration fee secures your placement and covers the NMC and hospital paperwork.
NMC temporary license
This is the authorization issued by the National Medical Commission for foreign doctors undertaking practical medical training in India.
The licensing process typically takes approximately two months, and our office will coordinate and handle the necessary procedures on your behalf. We therefore recommend planning your proposed training dates accordingly.
Required documents
- Full name of the applicant
- Full address
- Passport-size photograph
- Passport copy
- All degree and qualification certificates
- Valid medical practitioner license
- Valid good standing certificate
- Updated CV