From the Editor's Desk: Don’t Delay. Opt In.
Welcome to ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology!
You have picked the absolute best specialty, and we are excited to see how each of you develop your careers. So take a moment to step back, think about all you have accomplished and set your intentions on both the next six months and the next one to three years. Now, looking forward, don’t forget that to make the most of your residency, you must opt in.
Opt in to the learning experiences provided every day through didactics and clinical and surgical rotations. Opt in to the opportunities presented to you by your residency program. And opt in to the Academy.
As a member in training, you have free access to the Academy and all of the many email communications that are especially important to YOs:
- YO Info provides information about practice management, coding and insurance questions and other relevant issues curated by and written for young ophthalmologists.
- Washington Report Express includes brief updates on activities of the Academy’s Governmental Affairs
- Academy Express contains information about podcasts, surgical videos, journal article summaries and crucial Academy news.
- EyeNet® is the Academy’s official magazine and the premier source of credible clinical
- Practice Management Express provides coding, billing and financial management information not only for YOs, but also the practice staff you work with.
To opt in to Academy communications, visit secure.aao.org/communications. Log in with your email and password if prompted. The communication consent page will display for you to check the consent box.
It’s essential to sign up and stay informed not only about our organization, but also our esteemed specialty. Be sure to read the headlines and delve deeper into topics that interest you!
Evan Silverstein, MD
YO Info Editorial Board Chair
The Resident Edition is available as a series of web pages or as a single PDF. Tip: To save online articles for future reference, log in with your member account and click "Add to My To-Do List." Download and print the PDF if you prefer a paper copy.
A Program Director’s Guide to Being a Rock Star Resident
How to Decipher the Red Eye as a First-Year Resident
3 Steps to Interpret OCTs
4 Steps for a Perfect Ophthalmology Note
How to Maintain Your Passion
Essentials for Top 10 Eye Emergencies
Residency vs. Parenting: Is It Possible to Do Both?
4 Tips to Maximize Your Wet Lab Practice
Meet My Veteran and My Reason for Advocating
The 8-Point Eye Exam
Top 11 Educational and Media Resources Every Ophthalmology Resident Should Follow