University of California (Irvine)

Ophthalmology Residency Program Compendium Table of Contents

Univ of California (Irvine) School of Medicine
118 Med Surge I
Bldg 810 Rm 118L
Irvine, California 92697-4375

http://www.ucihs.uci.edu/uceye

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guttata said:

UCI - overshadowed by UCLA and USC, but has great surgical volume (200+ phacos). The VA clinics look huge. Residents seemed very happy there. The PD is great - by far, she was the nicest person I have met on the interview trail. The atmosphere was genuinely laid back (IMHO). However, we did not get a tour of the facilities (besides the slideshow) - why not?? My sense is that it is very competitive to match there. Overall - a strong program trying to break through the shadow of UCLA and USC.

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jackflash said:

Yeah, I'm very confused to as why they didn't tour us around any of the clinics. This makes me think that they are hiding something. But I agree that the residents seemed happy. However, on the other hand, I haven't been to many places where the residents seemed unhappy. Actually, it's funny talking to the residents... b/c it seems that everyone got their "first choice" at whatever institution they are at now.

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Strong program
Pros

-Very strong clinical training with great surgical numbers, could easily support at least one additional resident
-Brand new top of the line eye institute that is beautiful
-Great location
-Really nice resident centered faculty, PD is a strong leader with a good vision for the program
-Happy residents, not overworked


Cons
-3 residents can be small for some people, makes call tougher, residents can be separated at different sites (also a strength for some as it ensures great surgical numbers)
-Can be a little overshadowed by some other CA programs but is a strong program in its own right