Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Ophthalmology Residency Program is to foster personal and professional growth of resident physicians while providing comprehensive, high quality, compassionate care to the Arizona community. We are focused on recruiting and retaining diverse, resilient candidates to immerse in an inclusive and collegial interprofessional and interdisciplinary team to achieve excellence locally while preparing for a global impact.

Program Aims

  1. Our primary Veterans' Administration clinical site is a large volume, pathology-rich and research-rich environment.
  2. The program offers Children's Hospital, University Hospital & community-based rotations to round out the clinical experience.
  3. Our Research mission is led by award-winning faculty mentorship.
  4. Hands-on and simulation-based training provides a comprehensive foundation.
  5. A mission-driven holistic review is utilized to recruit learners, faculty and staff.
  6. A ethical code of conduct and personal development program encourages and maintains a safe, inclusive learning. environment, fostering lifelong learning, personal improvement, wellness and retention.