The Florida Society of Ophthalmology (FSO) has many opportunities for residents and fellows to be involved in the society and to gain valuable educational and professional development experience. This page is dedicated to the available resources for resident and fellow members.

Become a member of the FSO

Membership in the Florida Society of Ophthalmology is free to residents and fellows who are in a full time, approved training program in the state of Florida. As a member of the FSO, residents and fellows receive many invaluable benefits and professional development opportunities to help transition from training to practice. To learn more about membership and to join visit the FSO website here.

Join the FSO Mentorship Program

The FSO Mentorship Program is designed to connect FSO residents and fellows with experienced ophthalmologists that are members of the FSO to provide personal, professional and leadership development. Mentees are matched with mentors based on the information gathered through the application process. Mentees can also select up to three mentor candidates from the list of FSO mentors. The program is open to all residents and fellows that are members of the FSO. To learn more and to apply for the Mentorship Program, visit the link directly below. Apply for the Mentorship Program, Attend the FSO Annual Meeting-Masters in Ophthalmology

The mentorship relationship is expected to last the duration of the mentee’s training.

The FSO holds one educational conference a year where residents and fellows can attend the meeting for FREE. The conference offer residents and fellows professional development opportunities specific to their interests including the following:

• Networking: Connect and build relationships with other residents, fellows and practicing ophthalmologists during networking events and build lasting relationships that extend beyond the conference. Learn about the latest advancements in technology and treatments from over 45 vendors in the FSO exhibit hall.
• Education: The scientific sessions provide an extensive review of topics that are important and relevant to both comprehensive ophthalmologists and subspecialists. The sessions will provide attendees with emerging information on clinical approaches that can be immediately implemented in their practice for the benefit of the patient. The meeting features didactic lectures, and subspecialty breakout sessions with patient case presentations.
• Young Ophthalmologist Program: Also, offered annually in conjunction with the Masters in Ophthalmology meeting is a Young Ophthalmologist (YO) Program. This program is designed specifically for the YO. Topics change annually, but cover career building, mentorship, financial planning, advocacy, work-life balance, American Board of Ophthalmology updates and more.

FSO Mentorship Program

Mentees are matched with mentors based on the information gathered through the application process. Mentees can also select up to three mentor candidates from the list of FSO mentors.

The mentorship relationship is expected to last the duration of the mentee’s training and perhaps beyond.

Goals of the Mentorship Program

• Provide long lasting professional relationships that last beyond the program.
• Provide opportunities for personal, professional and leadership development.
• Provide opportunities for residents and fellows to grow within the FSO and to serve in FSO leadership roles.

Expectations of the Mentorship Program

• Establish a preferred communication channel and frequency in which you will communicate.
• Commit to regular check-ins through preferred communication channel.
• Stay engaged during the length of the mentorship relationship.
• Meet in person, one time a year at the FSO meeting in June during the Mentor Networking Event

Apply for the Mentorship Program:

Mentee

If you are a resident or fellow that is interested in being mentored, please submit the application by clicking on the link below. Once your application is received you will be paired with a mentor in the program. You will receive an email with more information regarding your mentor once you have been paired. Please note: you must be logged into your membership account to apply.

Mentee Application

Mentor

If you are interested in serving as a mentor, please submit an application by clicking on the link below. Once your application is received it will be reviewed for approval and you will be notified. Approved mentors will become part of a pool of mentors and will be paired with one or more mentees as they apply to the program. Please note you must be logged into your FSO membership account to apply.

Mentor Application 

Meet the FSO Mentors:

Courtney Bovee MD
Clearwater , FL
Bovee Eye

Interests
Glaucoma

Helayna Brown MD
Jupiter, FL
Michael L Levine

Interests
Cornea

Zelia M Correa MD, PhD
Miami and Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute/Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine

Interests
Ocular Oncology

Matthew Kay MD
Miami, FL
Larkin Community Health Center

Interests
Neuro-ophthalmology

Rishi P. Singh MD, FASRS
Stuart, FL
Cleveland Clinic Martin Hospitals, Cleveland Clinic Florida

Interests
Retina

Basil K. Williams Jr. MD
Miami, FL
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

Interests
Vitreoretinal Surgery and Diseases