Residency and Fellowship Programs
Welcome to Bascom Palmer Eye Institute!
At Bascom Palmer, we regard the education of our ophthalmology residents and fellows as one of our highest priorities. This tradition of excellence has been instrumental in earning the Institute world recognition as a premier teaching, research, and patient care facility. The Institute serves as the department of ophthalmology for Jackson Memorial Hospital and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. The Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and the residency program has been ranked best in the nation by Ophthalmology Times and by Doximity.com, the largest online physician network. In addition to offering residency and fellowship training, our Global Center for Ophthalmic Education offers a robust calendar of educational programs for physicians. Read more about our medical, educational, and scientific advances in our latest Images magazine.
Residency and Fellowship Training Programs
We invite you to learn more about our specialized training programs listed below.
What Makes Bascom Palmer Unique?
Jonathan F. Russell, M.D., Ph.D.
Alumni 2021
Unparalleled training.
Nathan L. Scott, M.D., M.P.P.
Alumni 2022
Living a dream.
Julia L. Hudson, M.D.
Fellow
Moving to Miami.
Benjamin R. Lin, M.D.
Third Year Resident
Building a diverse patient-base.
Nicole J. Topilow, M.D.
Alumni 2021
Opportunity of a lifetime.
Vision Beyond 2020
Advancing the field of ophthalmology.
Faculty Insights
Insights about Bascom Palmer.
Alumni Experience
Gaining a family.
Training at the UM/Jackson Memorial
Joint Preliminary Internal Medicine Program
Internal Medicine Program Overview
Ramsey YusUf, M.D.
Second year resident
Jackson Internal Medicine Resident TestimonialS
Internal Medicine Wellness Program
Message from the Chair
Since opening our doors in January 1962, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute has been dedicated to providing the best possible ophthalmic care and finding new ways to treat vision problems and prevent blindness. We invite you to learn more about what makes Bascom Palmer special, explore its many achievements and envision our future accomplishments.
Read MoreMeet the Class of 2023-2024
Meet our exceptional group of 2023-2024 residents and fellows.
View Class of 2023-2024Life in Miami
Miami and its surrounding communities have a lot more to offer than just fabled beaches. We invite you to see for yourself.
Upcoming Classes & Events
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Questions?
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