Independent Contracting Advice
I know it is common for retina/plastics/other sub-specialists to often go to another eye clinic 1 or so days a week to provide services. They provide their services and get reimbursed often as a...
View ArticleSan Antonio Review Course for Sale? (Or other courses?)
Does anybody have electronic or paper notes of an OKAP review course that they'd be willing to sell? I'm particularly interested in San Antonio's, but I'm also very interested in any that have DVDs. I...
View Articlebonus structure
hey everyone, I know this has been hashed out on here before, but I was wondering what people typically expect to get (gross) in bonus as an associate in year 2 of a contract. I know the typical...
View ArticleSolo eye MD ASC
Wondering if anyone on here has experience/knowledge of the minimum surgical volume needed for a single provider (one eye MD) ASC to be profitable. I realize most people will initially say "it...
View ArticleHelp with Ophthalmology Associate position
I'm hoping some of you can tell me if this is normal or if I should find a different practice to work for. I'm a new comprehensive ophtho working as an associate for a guy who owns a huge practice with...
View ArticleOphthalmologist Salary
I am curious as to the potential ceiling for ophthalmology. A. I am willing to work wherever. B. I am willing to work 80+ hours a week. C. I want to do LASIK. Is 750K-1 million a realistic net income?...
View ArticleWritten Boards
Having failed something for the first time ever... the written boards last year, I'm definitely freaking out right now and hoping somebody can provide me with some clarity. It seems that all my fellow...
View ArticleLeaving a practice question
I'm leaving my first job out of residency for a new one in my home state. My current employer owes me quite a bit of bonus money they couldn't pay earlier this year due to "funds being low from slow...
View ArticleStarting salary?
I realize this a broad topic, but was wondering what information people have used to determine their "worth". The info I've been able to find on the internet has been highly variable. AAO YO lecture...
View Articlejournal cataract refractive surgery
Good evening If anybody needs the access to this journal (http://www.jcrsjournal.org)- write to my email: awsed2005@ukr.net
View ArticleHaving problems with phaco ??
Very busy experienced phaco surgeon happy to help ophthalmologists with high complication rates, problems with different parts of the procedure, desiring to take their phaco to the next level or...
View ArticleGoing into academics from private practice?
Hello all I was wondering how difficult it would be for an ophthalmologist in private practice to obtain a position at an academic center. I finished my cornea fellowship 5 years ago this summer and...
View ArticleThe Steps to Becoming an Ophthalmologist
Hey everyone! I am actually 15 years old and I am interested in becoming an ophthalmologist but I am puzzled at what I should do to finally achieve my goal. I am aware that this is quite early for me...
View ArticleOsler board review course for sale
I have original Osler ophthalmology review course on CDs (mp3s). This is not a copy, original stuff. The disks come with audio and course material in PDF. This was purchased in spring of 2011....
View ArticleStereo vision: 80 seconds of arc- can I become an Ophthalmologist?
Hello everyone, I wanted to reach out to this group on SDN as you are all trained Ophthalmologists. I hope to apply to Ophthalmology come this time next year. I have the stats, I have the research, I...
View ArticleABIM vs. Jaime Salas
http://www.doctorsjustice.com/ Medical boards are meant to elevate physician standards but behave like for-profit cartels. Support this colleague. His case can have major implications regardless of...
View ArticleBuying into a practice
Everyone seems very excited to "make partner" but it often requires taking on a large loan to buy in. Does anyone regret buying in?
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FRCOpth
Hey, I'm a med student from Pakistan , just wanted to know whats the current situation in UK for pursuing opthalmology specialization , Heard its really tough, is it feasible to go for UK or FCPS here,...
View ArticleAdvice on how to deal with this situation
Hello all, I need some advice on how to deal with this difficult situation. I am a full partner in a 3 physician private practice and it has come to my attention that one of the partners is...
View ArticleLooking at EMR? Avoid NextGen
So my group started EMR around 2 weeks ago. The heads of our group decided to go with NextGen after looking at a few systems. So far it's been a completely miserable experience. For a company that...
View ArticleOphthalmology Written Board Review Course Advice
Has anyone taken the Osler review course for written boards? Any idea how that compares to San Antonio or the Wills courses? Any suggestions on differences between the Wills and San Antonio course? Thanks
View ArticleJob Dilemma: big practice vs small practice
I'm coming out of fellowhship and facing a tough decision to choose between two jobs in a location that interests me. They are both Academic. One is a larger practice in the suburbs with 2 locations...
View ArticleHospital ER Call Coverage and Compensation
Just wanted to survey those of you in private practice - What is the frequency of ER Call and does your hospital compensate for said call? We have been in a situation where call was for 1 week at a...
View ArticleOral Boards 2016 Ophthalmology
Hi all. SDN has been there for me since before medical school. Anyway, I took the oral boards in November and just got my result - I did not pass. I passed my written using ophthoquestions. I did try...
View ArticleSteps for ?
Im a practicing ophthalmologist in egypt for 5 years now , but I haven't finish my masters degree yet , I fed up of everything in this country killing all my hops of becoming a good doctor , I'm here...
View ArticleHow does one get hospital OR privileges?
This may be a somewhat naive question, but say you're a new grad wanting to practice comprehensive ophthalmology in a small-medium sized city and wanted to start your own practice... how do you usually...
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Solo Practice
Do any of you have good insight regarding opening a solo practice these days given the economic environment and the uncertainty Affordable Care Act? Is a glaucoma solo practice (with general stuff) a...
View ArticleCultivating referral relationships with optometrists?
I am in a large metropolitan area I imagine most optoms already have referral relationships with some of the high-volume refractive factories in the area, but not all of them Any recs on how to start a...
View ArticlePractice buy in?
Is there a generally accepted formula to calculate a buy in to a practice? What about "good-will" buy in vs actually buying equity in a practice? Any experience and advice would be appreciated.
View ArticleAfter 10 years, I'm back
Well SDN, it's been a minute. But, after almost 9 years in private practice, something reminded me to check back in with the old ophthalmology forum. This place used to be my go to online community...
View ArticleCareer for a young ophthalmogy resident ???
Hi everyone, i am really new on SDN.. and got impressed about the idea of helping each other .. I am an opthalmology resident in my 3rd year of residency about to finish my master degree from an...
View ArticleBasic Science Review Course
Hello, Im a PGY2 in my program and I was interested in getting some feedback on the various BCSC review courses available, as far as being effective both clinically and for OKAP related subject matter....
View ArticlePrivate Practice Ophthalmology Vacuum in Denver
I have been practicing as a retina doctor in Denver in private practice and there is a huge vacuum in Denver for comprehensive ophthalmology private practices. One of my buddies started a practice and...
View ArticleCoding basics
What resources have you used to learn coding? Looking at OphthoQuestions vs academy vs ??. Any positive or negative feedback? I need to start with the very basics. Thanks!
View ArticleQuestion about a VA Position
Posters, Trying to help out one of my candidates and hoping you all call educate me a bit. I am working with a physician who is considering a VA Position in conjunction with resident teaching involved....
View ArticleBonus Structure question
I'm curious about the typical wording for bonus structures in ophthalmology contracts. Is it normal for the bonus to be calculated at the end of the calendar year? If you start in the middle of the...
View ArticleWhy comp?
I feel a lot of pressure to do a fellowship and would love to hear from people why someone should do comprehensive.
View ArticleValuing Goodwill for Solo Practice in Southern CA?
Does goodwill still exist? How would you value good will for a solo practice in coastal Southern CA? There is a small solo practice in a desirable location- however, the non-surgical practice is small...
View ArticleWant to buy "Pemberton Opthalmology Clinical Vignettes"
Looking for resources to prepare for the orals. Let me know what you have!
View ArticleBuying my visual field analyzer -- need advice
Hey everyone! I'm in private practice and inherited an old, 20-year-old Zeiss 740 humphrey visual field analyzer which is starting to croak on me unfortunately. It still works, but getting super slow...
View ArticlePrivate Practice vs. Hospital Employee
Hi All, I'm trying to make a decision about jobs. One is with a small private practice; another offer is as an employee of a community hospital. Can any of you offer insight about your experiences?...
View ArticleLearning LASIK/PRK post-residency
For the young comp ophthalmologists: Have you felt the need to go back for a dedicated refractive fellowship or have you felt comfortable learning LASIK/PRK on your own through conferences, etc.
View ArticleHow to enhance Pediatric Ophthalmology Rotation?
Hello and Goody Day! I'm an Orthoptist in the pediatric Ophthalmology department at a state teaching hospital. I have worked at a handful of different locations and i feel a common trend I've noted is...
View ArticleWhat you wish you had known before your first position out of...
I hadn't seen this question posed in the recent (years) posts of this forum so thought it would be a good question in the young ophthalmologists' forum. There are many ophthalmologists who end up...
View ArticleROP Contracts in Retina - Is that a thing.... seriously
I happen to be at a program with strong ROP. I also went to a residency with excellent peds exposure. I believe I could be comfortable seeing Premies and treating them as an ROP provider. I have been...
View ArticleFMLA paperwork
Lately I feel like I've been getting a ton of FMLA paperwork. Does anyone bill insurance or the patient for filling these out? I never have before, but am starting to consider it.
View ArticlePotential eye damage from bright operating light?
Sorry if this isn't allowed, but I couldn't think of a better place to ask. I'm a DDS in training and am looking at getting a new headlight. I was wondering if there are any risks of damaging my eyes...
View ArticleBilling ED encounters
Hello All, I wonder if anyone in the crowd can help me with billing for ED encounters? I occasionally take trauma call on community hospitals and major academic hospitals and get paid by the hospital a...
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