Clinical experience is complemented by an extensive didactic program.
There is a weekly three-hour session on Monday mornings from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. during which the basic science course is covered. Monday mornings are protected time for residents with no clinical responsibilities. The curriculum is organized to include all information in the Basic Science and Clinical Ophthalmology series published by the American Academy of Ophthalmology . This series of texts is purchased for each resident by the department. In addition to these weekly didactic sessions, conferences occur on a regular schedule throughout the month.