ICO International Examinations for Ophthalmologists:

Overview

Please visit www.icoexams.org for more information and application details.

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• ICO Examinations Overview
  
  
• ICO Examinations Purpose

ICO Examinations Overview

Each year the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) offers examinations throughout the world to help ophthalmologists evaluate their knowledge in the basic science and clinical sciences related to ophthalmology. Since their inception, over 15,500 candidates have taken ICO Basic and Clinical Examinations examinations. In 2009, more than 2000 candidates enrolled for the Examinations at 92 test centers in 61 countries.

The 2010 International Basic Science Examination (formerly Assessment) and International Clinical Sciences Examination will take place April 15. The deadline for applications is January 31, 2010. The 2010 Advanced Examination for Ophthalmologists will take place October 21, with an application deadline of July 31, 2010.

ICO Examinations Purpose

The ICO Examinations promote the excellence of eye care worldwide by encouraging individuals to acquire and maintain the highest standard of practice of ophthalmology.

The Examinations are the only worldwide medical specialty examinations. They are independent and free of any outside influence and can be taken in the candidate's own country. The questions are prepared by an international group of examiners chaired by David Taylor (England) and set at the same standard as the highest board and qualifying examinations anywhere.

Please visit www.icoexams.org for more information and application details.