Ophthalmology Residency

The ophthalmology residency program at Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine is designed to provide in-depth training in the medical and surgical aspects of clinical veterinary ophthalmology and to prepare the resident for the successful completion of all steps of the certification process leading to diplomate status in the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists after 3 years.

Training will occur in The Hospital for Large Animals and Foster Hospital for Small Animals, at Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in North Grafton, MA, which is approximately 40 miles west of Boston. Resident duties include inpatient and outpatient clinical care and primary responsibility for ocular emergency coverage.
Residents are required to participate in rounds, seminars and clinical conferences and to actively contribute to the instruction of veterinary students in the hospital clinics.

The residency also provides the opportunity to attend lectures and rounds at Boston and Worcester's many neighboring human medical centers. During the 3 year program, residents are required to develop a research project pertaining to the field of veterinary ophthalmology and to prepare at least 2 manuscripts to be submitted to peer-reviewed journals.

Appointments will be made for 12 months with annual renewal based on satisfactory completion of the previous year. A certificate of residency is awarded to the candidate upon successful completion of the training program. A benefits package including health and professional liability insurance, vacation, and an annual travel allotment is provided. Participation in the TIAA-CREF retirement plan (conditional upon completion of the three-year program) is available.

For further information, contact Dr. Stefano Pizzirani.

Submit application to Gail Barbour, Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, 200 Westboro Road, North Grafton, MA 01536.

* Rather than a letter of recommendation, referees should fill out the downloadable evaluation form or request one from Gail Barbour.

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