Sightsavers India has announced the reopening of applications for its esteemed Fellowship Program for the year 2024, signaling a significant opportunity for aspiring ophthalmologists. With the application window set to remain open until June 30, 2024, candidates have the chance to embark on a transformative journey commencing in August 2024.

The Sightsavers India Fellowship Program offers a unique and promising career pathway tailored for ophthalmologists, aimed at guiding selected fellows through a fulfilling 24-month endeavor. This structured program is meticulously designed to enhance skills and provide mentorship across diverse domains, encompassing clinical and surgical ophthalmology, as well as managerial and holistic life skills development.

RN Mohanty, CEO of Sightsavers India, expressed enthusiasm for the program's continued popularity among young and ambitious ophthalmologists. He remarked, "The program serves as a transformative career opportunity, shaping fresh post-graduates into well-rounded surgeons. Over the course of 24 months, our fellows receive training and mentorship from industry leaders."

Mohanty elaborated on the comprehensive nature of the fellowship, highlighting the opportunities for fellows to refine their clinical and surgical skills, engage in managing community-based hospitals, participate in surveys, and develop their interests and goals under the guidance of senior leadership.

Accepted fellows undergo an intensive four-month training focused on Small Incision Cataract Surgery (SICS), a crucial component of the fellowship. Subsequently, they are placed within peripheral centers across eight states, including Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. These placements facilitate continuous skills enhancement and invaluable personal interactions with esteemed leaders in the eye care and development sectors.

Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on optimizing learning experiences, enabling fellows to evolve into well-rounded, seasoned professionals. Additionally, fellows receive an attractive stipend throughout the duration of the fellowship, recognizing their dedication and contribution to advancing eye health and care.

With the revival of the Fellowship Program, Sightsavers India reaffirms its commitment to nurturing talent and fostering excellence in ophthalmology, ultimately contributing to the broader goal of eliminating avoidable blindness and promoting comprehensive eye care access for all.