Fellowship Director and Selection Chair: Norm A. Zabriskie, MD, Professor, Department of Ophthalmology Chief Value Officer, Glaucoma Division Chief
Department Chairman: Randall J Olson, MD, Distinguished Professor, CEO, John A. Moran Eye Center
Program Director: Rachel G. Simpson, MD, Assistant Professor
Academic Programs Manager: Kellie Nelson
We accept two positions per year. As with most ophthalmology fellowship programs, this is NOT a PGY5 approved ACGME fellowship position, but a paid limited-term, visiting-instructor faculty position. It is, however, affiliated with an ACGME accredited Ophthalmology Residency Program and AUPO affiliated. Malpractice insurance will be provided by the University as well as medical, dental, and other benefits.
After beginning this fellowship, you will attend an orientation on the first working day after the July 4th holiday to learn the policies and procedures and requirements of the Moran Eye Center. This is a one-year position beginning July 1 through July 10 of the following year. Due to state regulations and the mandatory affiliation with the Veteran's Hospital, we can only accept U.S. citizens.
Emphases
We provide a very busy clinical exposure to all aspects of glaucoma with a heavy emphasis on surgical treatment. A large number of glaucoma procedures as well as phacoemulsification will be part of this surgical experience.
The Moran Eye Center's glaucoma division is comprised of internationally renowned faculty members with a special interest in teaching and training young colleagues. The team includes:
- Ike Ahmed, MD, FRCSC, Professor
- Craig J. Chaya, MD, Associate Professor
- Austin Nakatsuka, MD, Assistant Professor
- Rachel Simpson, MD, Assistant Professor
- Brian Stagg, MD, MS, Assistant Professor
- Norm A. Zabriskie, MD, Professor
Teaching responsibilities, as well as clinical research, will be part of this fellowship. We do NOT offer Academy interviews as we require you to view our wonderful facility, and our glaucoma attendings do not attend academy at the same time.
Interviews/Application Deadline
Upcoming interviews will be held at the Moran Eye Center on the following date:
- October 28, 2023
Please apply through SF Match #4075.
Requirements
If selected for this position, you will be required to obtain a Utah Medical License, a Utah Controlled Substance License, and a fee exempt DEA License. The total cost will be your responsibility. You will be required to obtain privileges with the University of Utah Hospital, Veterans Affairs Medical Center, and Primary Children’s Hospital. All fees for privileges will be reimbursed by the Department of Ophthalmology. University policy requires original receipts for reimbursement. We will work closely with you to meet these requirements.
Questions?
Any questions can be directed to kellie.nelson@hsc.utah.edu. Thank you for your interest in the glaucoma fellowship program at the John A Moran Eye Center, University of Utah Health.
Education Program Resources
News from Moran's Education Program
Past Education Focus Reports
- Education Focus 2022: Supporting and Connecting Trainees
- Education Focus 2021: The Next Chapter
- Education Focus 2020: Leading Change
- Education Focus 2019: Honing Surgical Expertise
- Education Focus 2018: One Step Ahead
- Education Focus 2016: Explore and Expand in a Top 10 Residency Program
- Education Focus 2015: The Best Kept Secret in Ophthalmology Education
Contact Us
University of Utah School of Medicine
Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences
John A. Moran Eye Center
Academic Office
65 Mario Capecchi Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
Phone: 801-585-3719
Fax: 801-581-5806
Rachel G. Simpson, MD, Vice Chair of Education
Phone: 801-581-2352
rachel.simpson@hsc.utah.edu
Sravanthi Vegunta, MD, Associate Program Director
Phone: 801-581-2352
srav.vegunta@hsc.utah.edu
Meghan Johnson, Programs Manager, Academics
Phone: 801-213-4044
meghan.johnson@hsc.utah.edu
Kellie Nelson, Programs Manager, Academics
Phone: 801-585-6701
kellie.nelson@hsc.utah.edu
Chandler Thompson, Executive Assistant
Phone: 801-581-3023
chandler.thompson@hsc.utah.edu
Barbara Korous, Director, Operations
801-585-6143
barbara.korous@hsc.utah.edu