Ophthalmology

I chose UMHS because they believe in their students. I was very encouraged by the school’s culture of innovation, outside-the- box approach to education, and constant growth. During my third and fourth year, I relocated to six states because I chose to widen my clinical exposure and learn how institutions operate differently. By the end of my rotations, I gained confidence in using my clinical skills in any healthcare setting and model/culture.

As an international student, Ophthalmology electives are very hard to come by. Only a handful of programs even accept applications from international students and usually the spots are filled by U.S. allopathic seniors. I managed to secure one away rotation at Case Western, and UMHS helped me setup a six-week Ophthalmology elective which ultimately helped me land my research fellowship at Wills Eye.