Medical Students
Medical Student Education
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences is Minnesota's major public institution for the training of future Ophthalmologists and Vision Scientists. It is committed to attracting excellent students and to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty to provide clinical and didactic training for medical students, resident physicians, and post-residency fellows in ophthalmology. The department promotes continuing medical education for practicing ophthalmologists through courses and conferences. It has Minnesota's only orthoptic training program.
Our program in Medical Student Education works with a diverse population of University, HCMC, and VAMC clinical educators across the Twin Cities. Their support and clinical knowledge have contributed to many medical students becoming successful ophthalmologists today. The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neuroscience is committed to offering medical students a quality ophthalmology education. Our mission is to give students the foundation and tools to allow for continued independent growth and success in their future careers.
David Vollman, MD, MBA - Director of Medical Student Education
Overview of Courses
OPH 7180 (Primary Clerkship)
This course exposes students to common ocular diseases that can be seen in family practice and provides an opportunity to develop the technical skills necessary for the accurate diagnosis of ophthalmic problems.
Faculty Preceptor: Dr. David Vollman
OPH 7500 (Ophthalmology Acting Internship in Ocular Diagnostics)
This elective will be offered only to select MS3 or MS4 medical students with plans to pursue a residency in ophthalmology. Ophthalmology utilizes numerous imaging modalities for diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of numerous ocular conditions. this course is specifically focused on ocular diagnostics to help students grow in their understanding of these tools in ophthalmology and better prepare them for ophthalmology residency.
Faculty Preceptor: Dr. David Vollman
OPH 7190 (Research)
This course will introduce the student to some of the research problems in ophthalmology. It will be particularly valuable to someone who is headed for a career in ophthalmology.
Faculty Preceptors: Dr. David Vollman
Visiting Students
Interested in a career in ophthalmology?
The Ophthalmology Interest Group
Medical Student Guide
Phillips Neighborhood Clinic
Visiting Medical Student Resource Page