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Ophthalmology

The aims of the Department of Ophthalmology are teaching, research and patient care.

Instruction in clinical ophthalmology, ophthalmic surgery, basic and clinical research is available to medical students, resident physicians, and practicing ophthalmologists.

Course Descriptions

  • OPH 800 Clinical Clerkship in Ophthalmology, 4 credits
    7/23/26
    This course is specifically designed for the medical student interested in pursuing a career in ophthalmology.
  • OPH 802 Advanced Ophthalmology Skills, 4 credits
    7/23/26
    This 4-week elective will allow students who have already completed OPH800 an opportunity to enhance their skills in ophthalmology.
  • OPH 890 Course At Other University, 4 credits
    7/23/26
    The goals of the course are to build a foundation of knowledge about clinical ophthalmology. Arrangement must be made with the other university, with the School, and with the chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology, University at Buffalo.
  • OPH 950 Research in Basic or Clinical Ophthalmology, 4-8 credits
    7/23/26
    This course is designed to introduce the student to the methods of basic and/or clinical ophthalmic research.

Contact Info

  • Office of Medical Admissions

    Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
    955 Main Street, Room 1100
    Buffalo, NY 14203

    Phone: 716-829-3466
    Fax: 716-829-3849

  • Office of Medical Curriculum

    Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
    955 Main Street, Rooms 7162-7180
    Buffalo, NY 14203

    Phone: 716-829-3467

  • Office of Student and Academic Affairs

    Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
    955 Main Street, Room 1200
    Buffalo, NY 14203

    Phone: 716-829-2802
    Fax: 716-829-2798