From the program director

Greetings and welcome! Thank you for your interest in our Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology-approved pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus fellowship training program at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.

I congratulate you on your hard work and stellar achievements and welcome you to your penultimate step: subspecialty fellowship training. We believe this program provides premier training in both common and complex clinical scenarios of pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, broad exposure and success in clinical research, with varied and abundant hands-on surgical experience, all overseen by accomplished and highly regarded faculty. In addition, you will work closely with medical students, residents, other fellows, and the full gamut of subspecialty faculty experts who make up the Department of Ophthalmology.

Our goal is to give you the tools to feel confident and excel at whatever career path you choose.

Graduates of our fellowship have gone on to successful careers in academic medicine, hospital-based practice, and private practice. Regardless of career goals, we strive to develop outstanding clinicians, skilled surgeons, dedicated educators, and future leaders in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus.

We are, therefore, genuinely excited that you are interested in our program and look forward to the potential of having you visit our department and take a look around.

Brian Mohney, M.D.
Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Fellowship Program Director

Faculty

In addition to caring for patients in their clinical practices, Mayo Clinic's faculty is committed to teaching and facilitating the growth of medical knowledge. Many of our faculty members have published and lectured extensively and are highly regarded in their fields. 

Fellows work closely with faculty in the clinic, operating room, conferences, and research activities throughout the year. The program's one-fellow model allows for meaningful mentorship and frequent interaction with faculty across multiple ophthalmic subspecialties.

As a fellow, you have direct access to the ophthalmology faculty at Mayo Clinic throughout your training in the Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Fellowship.

Visiting professors

Many prominent professors visit Mayo Clinic each year. They present their work during lectures, participate in hospital rounds, and have informal discussions with trainees. As a fellow, you are encouraged to take full advantage of these educational opportunities.