The Glaucoma Fellowship in Jacksonville, Florida draws trainees from across the U.S. and around the world. While all our trainees have a love of learning and a compassionate approach to patient care, they come from diverse backgrounds, family status, and professional and personal interests.

Learn more about our current fellow.

Ibrahim Qozat, M.B.B.S.

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic for fellowship training? Mayo Clinic is renowned worldwide for its prestige and exceptional reputation, which became evident throughout my medical school journey. I was drawn to Mayo Clinic because of its groundbreaking innovations, the ever-evolving advancements in medicine and surgery, and the level of care provided to patients. What truly set it apart for me, however, was the faculty, whose unwavering support of fellows’ learning journeys and consistent, constructive feedback make it an ideal environment for growth. 

What makes the Glaucoma Fellowship at Mayo Clinic unique? It's unique in the experiences it offers emerging surgeons clinically, and the exposure it provides to new and developing research. The fellow is exposed to various glaucoma surgeries, including all types of MIGs procedures and traditional glaucoma surgeries. In addition, the program offers a high volume of cataract surgery, either conventional or Femtolaser, which allows you to be prepared for your future career. With respect to research, there is an entire team dedicated to research who I was closely involved with throughout my time at Mayo. 

What is living in Jacksonville like for you?  Jacksonville feels like a beautiful blend between suburban and city life. There are always things to do in the city or on the beach, new restaurants to try, and lots of different nature settings that you can immerse yourself into. It is clean, modern, and very family friendly.