Choosing a fellowship is one of the most consequential decisions of your early career. Start by being honest about the kind of clinical work that energises you day to day.
Subspecialty fit matters more than prestige. Spend time in clinics and theatres across retina, cornea, glaucoma, oculoplasty and paediatrics before committing.
Mentorship can shape a career more than any single programme. Seek supervisors who invest in trainees, publish with their fellows, and stay in touch long after training ends.
Finally, weigh geography and family realistically. The best programme on paper is the wrong one if it is unsustainable for your life outside medicine.
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