Teaching ophthalmology to residents requires creativity, adaptability

To be an effective teacher, ophthalmologists must prioritize creativity by incorporating newer technologies into lessons and adapting to different styles of learning, according to a presentation at Real World Ophthalmology.
When teaching residents, “We have to think about not really being a successful teacher but being of value to them,” Meenakshi Chaku, MD, said.
While ophthalmologists will remember how they learned best as students, it is important to think about the student perspective of the next generation. This entails creating a positive environment built on mutual respect

To be an effective teacher, ophthalmologists must prioritize creativity by incorporating newer technologies into lessons and adapting to different styles of learning, according to a presentation at Real World Ophthalmology.
When teaching residents, “We have to think about not really being a successful teacher but being of value to them,” Meenakshi Chaku, MD, said.
While ophthalmologists will remember how they learned best as students, it is important to think about the student perspective of the next generation. This entails creating a positive environment built on mutual respect