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Refractive surgery education lacks standardization in US residency programs, with training varying widely. Further research is needed to develop comprehensive curricula for this popular ophthalmic procedure.

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  • Ophthalmology
  • Medical Education

Background:

  • Refractive surgery is a common ophthalmic procedure with limited literature on resident and fellow education.
  • Current refractive surgery training in US residency programs is highly variable and lacks a standardized curriculum.

Approach:

  • Review of the current state and recent updates in refractive surgery education.
  • Evaluation of the safety and visual outcomes of refractive procedures performed by trainees.

Key Points:

  • There is no standardized refractive surgery curriculum in the US, only minimum procedural requirements.
  • Refractive surgery training varies significantly, from dedicated rotations to didactic-only approaches.
  • Studies confirm the safety of refractive surgery performed by residents and fellows.

Conclusions:

  • Comprehensive refractive surgery education is crucial due to the procedure's increasing popularity.
  • Further studies are required to establish optimal training methods in the evolving field of refractive surgery.