Every year the Sydney Eye Hospital Foundation funds a number of Fellowships.

Experienced and talented eye doctors from Australia and overseas can apply for these 12-month positions, each in a different specialisation. Fellowships are keenly sought after and are a key Foundation funding goal: the worldwide exchange of knowledge and skills is vital.

Foundation Fellows work with patients, help train students in their specialisation and participate in research. The Sydney Eye Hospital benefits in numerous ways from these programs, including clinical research and national and international publication. Our Fellows return to their country with enhanced skills from their year on the floor of this fully operational Eye Hospital.

Our 2019 Foundation Fellows are:

 

Dr Noor Ali
Professorial (Uveitis) Fellow

Dr Noor Ali studied medicine at the University of Auckland in New Zealand, and was drawn to the specialty of Ophthalmology in her first year of medical school for its intricate surgery, advancing research and imaging modalities. She completed her Ophthalmology Training and Uveitis Fellowship in New Zealand, and she is thrilled to join the Professorial Unit at Sydney Eye Hospital to learn from world renowned experts in the fields Uveitis and Medical Retina, and participate in ‘cutting-edge’ scientific research. In her spare time she enjoys trail running and Asian fusion cuisine.

Dr Tasneem Arsiwalla
Corneal Fellow

Tasneem has trained in ophthalmology in India and in 15 to 20 years from now, she plans to start a non-profit organisation which will enable patients to lead a life free from blindness. She is delighted to get the opportunity to learn from and work with some of the pioneers in the field of cornea, a field she enjoys on account of the surgical intricacies and the ability to have an extensive impact on vision. In addition she hopes to be engaged in research projects exploring inherited eye diseases. She is proficient in 5 languages.

Dr Ana Luiza Mylla Boso
Corneal Fellow

Ana Luiza studied Medicine at the University of Santa Catarina, in Brazil. During her internship, she had the opportunity to do an Ophthalmology observership in Germany, where she discovered how fascinating and resolutive this specialty was. After the completion of her medical degree, she moved to São Paulo for her Ophthalmology Training and Cataract and Corneal Fellowship, where she also engaged in Ocular Surface research. She then worked in her home town, mainly performing cataract surgeries for patients who depend on public health care. Seeking to excel in her field, she is thrilled with the opportunity to enhance her skills with renowned professionals at Sydney Eye Hospital.

Dr Raksmey Ea
Mabs Melville Corneal Fellow

Dr. Raksmey completed his medical and ophthalmology training at the University of Health Sciences Cambodia before working as a consultant at one of the largest public hospitals in the country. He is excited to learn new clinical and surgical skills from the leading innovators at Sydney Eye Hospital as well as a chance to live in one of the best cities in the world. After completing the fellowship, Dr. Raksmey will return to Cambodia to share what he has learned but most importantly he hopes to play a part in the establishment of Cambodia’s first Eye Bank.

Dr Amaka Vera Ofoegbu
Oculoplastic Surgery Fellow

Amaka studied at the University of Ilorin in Nigeria, and trained in Ophthalmology at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital. She is a Fellow of the West African College of Surgeons and also a Fellow of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, United Kingdom. She has also completed an Oculoplastic Fellowship at University of Auckland/Greenlane Clinical Centre, New Zealand. She is enthusiastic about the year ahead in Sydney, and hopes to perfect her oculoplastic surgical skills. Amaka enjoys dancing, travelling around the world and long walks.

Dr Perach Osaadon
Graham Lovett Vitreoretinal Fellow

Perach trained in Israel, there she participated in clinical research and clinical teaching for medical students and junior residents. She is keen to learn from the vitreoretinal team at Sydney Eye Hospital, to improve her clinical and surgical skills. After the fellowship she will return to Israel to work as a vitreoretinal consultant. Apart from this great opportunity to learn from world class vitreoretinal surgeons, Perach is looking forward to spending a wonderful year in Sydney.

Dr Timothy Tang Lee Say
Medical Retinal/Uveitis Fellow

Timothy obtained his medical degree from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines where he finished as Class Valedictorian, Summa Cum Laude. He finished his residency in ophthalmology in the University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital. He recently finished his 2-year Vitreoretinal fellowship in Cardinal Santos Medical Center. He is excited to pursue further training in Medical Retina/Uveitis at the world-renowned Sydney Eye Hospital to improve his clinical skills, and to gain experience in conducting clinical research. He hopes to impart the knowledge gained here and serve as a Retina and Uveitis specialist in the Philippines.

Dr Emily Shao
Dr Eddie Donaldson Vitreoretinal Fellow

Emily graduated from Imperial College in London, and completed her ophthalmology training in the UK. She has completed a one-year vitreoretinal fellowship at the Sussex Eye Hospital in Brighton. She is looking forward to the opportunity to work and learn from some of the best vitreoretinal surgeons in the world at Sydney Eye Hospital. After completing her fellowship she plans to return to the UK to work as a vitreoretinal consultant. Outside of work, Emily plans to explore Sydney and the beautiful national parks in Australia in the year ahead.

Dr Zoya Rabkin-Mainer
Glaucoma Fellow

Zoya trained in Israel. She has taught medical students, engaged in clinical research, and developed a special interest in glaucoma. She will take the knowledge & skills she gets here back to Israel and work as a glaucoma consultant. She’s thrilled by this once in a lifetime opportunity to work and study here.

Dr Lai Yong Tai
Oculoplastic Fellow

Oculoplastic surgeon Dr Lai Yong Tai trained in Malaysia and has held fellowships in London and Melbourne. She participates in public screening events and clinical teaching for medical students, junior residents and paramedics. Lai is keen to learn new surgical techniques from our renowned oculoplastic surgeons over the next 12 months in Sydney, here with her family.

Dr Daniel Garcerant Congote
Mabs Melville Corneal Fellow

Daniel studied medicine in Colombia and ophthalmology in Madrid, where he is working on a PhD thesis on corneal topography. His goal is to improve his clinical and surgical skills in cornea pathology at our world renowned facility, and participate in the leading research the cornea team is performing. He hopes to pass on this knowledge when he returns to Colombia. Meantime he and his family are excited by the chance to visit Australia’s cities and beautiful landscapes.

Dr Elisa Cornish
Medical Retinal Fellow

Elisa completed her ophthalmology training at Sydney Eye Hospital. This is her second fellowship: last year she held the Professorial Uveitis Fellowship. Elisa is thrilled to join our renowned Medical Retina Unit to refine her skills. She will also continue her involvement with the macular research team, working to develop new treatments for the disease.

Dr Zaid Mammo
Dr Eddie Donaldson Vitreoretinal Fellow

Trained in Vancouver, Dr Zaid Mammo has completed a one-year vitreoretinal fellowship at Columbia University in New York. He is thrilled to have the opportunity to learn from and work alongside some of the world leaders in the field of vitreoretinal surgery. On completing his fellowship, he plans to return to Canada to work as a consultant in a tertiary care centre. Outside work, Zaid is enjoying life in Sydney and exploring Australia.

Dr Shaan Wiryasaputra
Professorial Uveitis & Medical Retinal Fellow

Shaan trained in Singapore. Drawn to ophthalmology for its marriage of clinical medicine and surgery, she has chosen to pursue subspecialty interests in medical retina and uveitis. She is grateful for the opportunity to train at Sydney Eye and is looking forward to honing her clinical and surgical skills under the tutelage of our fine team.