Powering Connectivity in the Ophthalmic Community
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From the creators of MillennialEYE and Eyetube, YoungMD Connect is a platform that connects aspiring and young ophthalmologists with their peers and mentors. Through educational workshops, small-group mentoring sessions, and access to a directory of fellowship opportunities, YoungMD Connect provides a forum for establishing meaningful connections and making informed decisions about the future. When it comes to fellowship, there is no one-size-fits-all program. Both academic and private practice fellowships offer excellent opportunities, and we believe that residents should be aware of all of their options. Ophthalmology training can yield many routes to success—YoungMD Connect is a platform that supports every path and empowers each individual with the resources to take the next step. Learn more about us, or register now to get started!
What the Ophthalmic Community Is Saying
"I’ve appreciated the valuable relationships that have resulted from participating in MillennialEYE Live and BMC programs. These connections led to one med student doing a rotation in my practice, which was an excellent experience and a great way to give back!"
Sahar Bedrood, MD, PhD
"The young physicians are inspiring and insightful, and I enjoy listening to them and providing career advice whenever I can. There is no better way to do this than by participating in MillennialEYE Live and BMC events!"
William B. Trattler, MD
"BMC has been an incredible resource, both as a medical student and now as a resident. BMC truly cares about building lasting relationships with young surgeons and has worked hard to cater to the unique needs of residents and fellows. I look forward to continuing to work with them through my training and beyond!"
Sila Bal, MD, MPH
"There’s no question that BMC covers the most cutting-edge, fresh, and relevant topics for all of our colleagues, but what stands out is its commitment to providing guidance to the next generation of bright ophthalmologists!"
Ranya Habash, MD
"BMC has provided me with so many opportunities to network and collaborate with leaders in the field. The BMC team will never understand what they’ve done for me, not only professionally but also personally, and I’m eternally grateful. This company and its elite staff are an invaluable resource for young ophthalmologists early in their careers."
Caroline Watson, MD
"Through MillennialEYE Live and other programs, the team at BMC focuses on providing education and making connections that help aspiring ophthalmologists get to the next stage of their careers."
Valentina Lozano, MD
"As a new surgeon born into the world of private practice, there many things that are simply not taught in training, and a valuable support network is a key to success. BMC has provided so many wonderful platforms to meet mentors within the field that have helped me get through some of the growing pains of starting out."
David Felsted, DO
"As a young attending, the transition from training to attending-hood has been interesting, and I've learned a lot in the process. Medical training, unfortunately, does not prepare you for how to look for jobs, negotiate contracts, and set a trajectory for your career beyond training."
Shanika Esperaz, MD
YoungMD Connect Features
Meet the members of the YoungMD Connect Senior Advisory Team:
Iqbal Ike K. Ahmed, MD, FRCSC
R.V. Paul Chan MD, MSc, MBA, FACS
Ranya Habash, MD
Wendy W. Lee, MD, MS
Cathleen McCabe, MD
Neda Shamie, MD
Julie Schallhorn, MD, MS
Vance Thompson, MD
William B. Trattler, MD
William F. Wiley, MD
This resource has been made possible with support from industry sponsors.
