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practice in taking the Boards as it will reflect in great part Part I of the
aforementioned exam. The exam is multiple choice with 200 questions,
and covers basic science and clinical material with clinical emphasis.
Satisfactory performance on this exam is an indication of overall
ophthalmic competence and is a factor in the evaluation of the resident=s
continuation in the program. The American Academy of Ophthalmology
Basic & Clinical Science Course, provided by the Department of
Ophthalmology at the University at Buffalo, is an excellent guide for
studying the required materials for satisfactory completion of the OKAP
examination.
D. Evaluation Sessions with the Program Director and Department Chair
Each resident will meet with the department chair and program director
biannually each academic year. The resident=s progress will be discussed.
Any areas of concern will be addressed if needed.
VII
RESIDENT EVALUATION OF FACULTY
Residents will be asked to evaluate the faculty. Evaluations will include, but will
not be limited to:
1. Lecture evaluation
2. Evaluations of specific rotations
These evaluations will be looked at closely. Areas of concern will be addressed.
Residents should be aware that all evaluations will be kept in the strictest of
confidence.
Faculty Meetings
Each month the faculty meet to discuss resident issues. Residents having
difficulties in the program are also discussed. Methods to correct any
difficulties are discussed and implemented at these meetings.
VIII
RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
A
Chief Resident
Each year the faculty appoint one senior resident to serve as the chief
resident. The chief resident serves as a vital link between the faculty and
the residents. He/She is responsible for schedule maintenance, junior
resident supervision, and is always available for problems that may arise.
Difficulties with clinic coverage, schedules, etc. should be addressed by
the chief resident. In the event that problems arise that cannot be
addressed by him/her, the program director should be contacted
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