Should You Do a Fellowship | Ophthalmology

[@geekymonam5200]

Very practical and crisp advice. Definately something young residents should keep in mind.

[@rakkon1415]

But does the general ophthalmologist gets paid less than the sub-specialist ? ( if yes that’s might be the reason why doctors Sub-specialized)

[@doctoreyeballmd7493]

This is incredibly variable. There’s no Hard strict rule that one will make more money than the other. It really all depends on your practice set up and the volume that you do.By and large subspecialist tend to make more but you also have to consider the fact that you are delaying very large salary for 1 to 2 years that you could be making money as a comprehensive ophthalmologist. I wouldn’t really make a decision based on this because you’re so far above what 95% of people make that you’ll always be comfortable regardless. Just choose the one you love

[@groo7alzmn]

Dr you cannot believe how important this video for me. I am quite confused wether to apply for Ophthalmology ( my interest ) or Dermatology. And, thats because I hear most of the time from Ophthalmology residents that Ophthalmology has a very a steep learning curve and a trainee would need at least 10 years to be a confident independent Ophthalmologist. Your thoughts and opinion on that would be really appreciated!

[@doctoreyeballmd7493]

It is true ophthalmology has a steep learning curve. This is what quickly sets you apart as a subspecialist and makes you valuable. It definitely does not require 10 years to become confident. But you will never truly perfect the specialty and that is the beauty of it you can always continue to learn. As for me I would’ve felt comfortable going straight into private practice right after residency.

[@gabrielfattakhov9962]

Prp that you mentioned in the video closer to the end, is that laser used for most neovascularization conditions like neovascular glaucoma, neovascularization due to diabetic retinopathy, AMD, etc?

[@doctoreyeballmd7493]

Yes it is laser used for ischemia to the peripheral retina. That ischemia drives the neovascular proliferation. Lasering that area of ischemic retina can turn off that drive for neovascularization and prevent a lot of problems

[@gabrielfattakhov9962]

@@doctoreyeballmd7493 makes sense. Thanks doctor

[@healthcareanalyst8064]

Video topic suggestions: Clinicians / med students frustrations with the EHR. When it comes to the EHR, it is well documented that there is disdain for it. Whether it is due to the perceived amount of time it takes to document during the patient encounter or not being able to navigate the EHR efficiently. I am not sure how many med schools handle this which is why I proposed this video topic. Do you feel like in any of your doctoring classes (seems appropriate to be apart of doctoring) the help prepare you for clinical documentation. Is there any extensive training on the EHR, the benefits, but also the barriers for implementation? Would you like your school to handle this differently, or is it already well-managed? What do you typically find most frustrating about the EHR? Is there anything about the EHR process from your POV that could be improved? What do you like about it the most? Do you believe their should be a focused training module on it for both physicians and students to become more comfortable with it and so there's less frustrations? I am entering the healthcare data analyst field and exploring these topics from the patient safety perspective, improved outcomes, reduced costs all seem beneficial. I also recognize that there is a resistance to it from a clinician standpoint and I would like to further understand it.

[@doctoreyeballmd7493]

The electronic health record makes it a lot easier in a lot of ways but is equally frustrating. It is definitely a double edged sword. There is training that goes into it but it is brief and honestly not that helpful. Really just learned on the job.

[@healthcareanalyst8064]

@@doctoreyeballmd7493 I figured as much. Thank you for your candid feedback. I have no idea why institutions do not implement this into their doctoring courses. Furthermore, the lack of training once you're a resident, attending or fellow is just baffling really. They are trying to push this tech, which it does help in patient outcomes and lowering expenses but none of that matters if docs actively avoid it, dread it and just find it generally to be a hassle. I hope going forward med schools implement it into their curriculum, facilities and clinics offer initial training and yearly refreshers and consider that more. By me getting into the field. I hope to bring more attention to this issue and help to facilitate solutions as the frustration is glaring but no one seems to care and it doesn't help anyone.

[@tikipalm]

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