Dr. Stephanie Low was a Co-Chief Resident at the University of Toronto’s Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences.
This program is for students who have completed medical school and are now specializing in Ophthalmology, and almost all of the program’s residents receive their training for cataract surgery at The Kensington Eye Institute. Part of Dr. Low’s role was to help coordinate students in their fourth and fifth years of residency who work at The Kensington Eye Institute.
The future of vision
“It’s important for people to know how much of a role The Kensington Eye Institute is playing in teaching future eye surgeons in Canada,” said Dr. Low. “This is a fantastic place to learn. The staff surgeons know how to challenge us while maintaining a safe and secure environment.”
There are 13 senior residents from the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences at the University of Toronto supporting surgeries at The Kensington Eye Institute every year. Through their experience, they will refine their skills for successful cataract surgeries.
“I chose ophthalmology because I’m passionate about helping people and improving their vision,” said Dr. Low. “I also like the precision, fine motor skills and elegance required for eye surgery. I’m fortunate to be learning my techniques here.”
Dr. Low. Stephanie graduated this past July and is now a full time staff member, she is still working in the building. The new chief residents are Dr. Brian Ballios & Dr. Alfred Basilious.