Optometry | VA Wilmington Health Care | Veterans Affairs

Optometry | VA Wilmington Health Care | Veterans Affairs


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The mission of the Ocular Disease Residency Program at the VAMC Wilmington, DE, is to provide continued postdoctoral training for optometric practitioners desiring to advance their clinical


training beyond that of entry level optometric practice. The program emphasis is on the diagnosis, treatment and management of ocular disease in the veteran population through active


participation in the patient’s health care team. A well-rounded clinical and didactic education is provided to the residents such that they can utilize the knowledge and skills gained from


their experiences to become competent clinicians, motivational educators and exceptional leaders in eye care. * Accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education * One year in


length (July 1st to June 30th) * Affiliated with the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University * Stipend given ($47,987) for the 2023-2024 Academic Year