

A History of Excellence
Welcome to Center For Sight. Located in Southwest Florida, Center For Sight is one of the leading multi specialty eye care practices in the United States, providing patients worldwide with care in ophthalmology, optometry, audiology, dermatology, cosmetic surgery and skincare across 11 locations, 2 surgery centers and 39 providers.
We invite you to consider our Optometric Residency in Ocular Disease with emphasis in Cornea and Contact Lenses.
Please take a moment to learn more about Center For Sight and our program. Our goal is to provide outstanding clinical and surgical experiences, combined with excellent mentorship opportunities, to prepare you with the knowledge and skills you will need as a standout practicing physician. Join us!

Our Mission
The Residency in Ocular Disease with emphasis in Cornea and Contact Lenses seeks to attract the best-qualified optometric graduates and provide advanced clinical training in a medical-surgical environment. Graduates of this residency program are trained to deliver superlative clinical care in ocular disease and to serve the profession of optometry within their community and health care delivery system.
Bringing Clear Vision to Life
We provide a full array of medical eye care services to ensure the best results with every visit, including:
- Primary Vision Care for the Entire Family
- Optical Boutique with Designer Frames
- 24/7 Emergency Vision Care
- Accredited Dry Eye Center
- Access to Specialists in:
- Laser Cataract Surgery
- All-Laser LASIK
- Glaucoma, Cornea, Macula & Retina Care
- Cosmetic Facial Surgery
- Dermatology
- Skin Care
- Hearing



The Program
The Residency in Ocular Disease with emphasis in Cornea and Contact Lenses seeks to attract the best qualified optometric graduates and provide advanced clinical training in a medical-surgical environment. Graduates of this residency program are trained to deliver superlative clinical care in ocular disease and to serve the profession of optometry within their community and health care delivery system.
Program Overview
Center For Sight has a diverse patient base and a variety of clinical facilities. The resident will have the opportunity to render care for a wide range of ocular conditions, including anterior segment disorders, glaucoma, retinal disease, post operative care traumatic injuries and urgent care. They will also have exposure to soft contact lens and specialty lens fittings. The resident will have access to advanced diagnostic equipment necessary for specialized care.
Curriculum
The clinical curriculum includes direct patient care, the observation of care provided by specialized physicians, urgent care of patients, surgical observation, post-operative care of patients and contact lens fittings. The scholarly components of the program include weekly mentorship meetings with supervisors, the development of a grand rounds presentation, attending conferences and journal reviews and developing a publishable abstract.
Prerequisites
- All candidates will be considered in a fair and impartial manner.
- The deadline for applications is February 1st.
- All candidates wishing to be considered must meet/submit the following criteria:
- Current curriculum vitae
- Three letters of recommendation from clinical supervisors
- Official transcripts from an ACOE accredited college of optometry demonstrating a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Candidate must be license eligible with a passing score on Part I to be interviewed and passage of Part II and TMOD to be placed. It is expected that all parts of NBEO are passed beginning the program.
Completed ORMatch application - Submit to an interview
- A Doctor of Optometry degree from an ACOE accredited school or college of optometry
- A valid social security number.
Program Length & Weekly Hours
The residency program is 12.5 months in length. The resident is expected to work 5 days per week. The clinics are open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The resident is not expected to take call after hours. Clinical assignments vary and are determined by the Program Coordinator.
Salary & Benefits
- The resident salary is $45,000.
- Professional liability insurance is provided for patient care provided at CFS locations.
- Health and dental insurance provided commensurate with staff physicians.
- 15 days paid time off for vacation and sick days.
- Five professional development days to attend one national or local conference.
- Travel stipend to attend a professional conference.
- Business cards and lab coats.
Completion Requirements
- Overall satisfactory evaluations by supervisors.
- Completion of publishable abstract.
- Attendance at all assigned clinical assignments.
- Completion of all patient, didactic, and scholarship logs.

- Program Coordinator
- Lori Vollmer, O.D., M.S., FAAO
- Phone: (941) 496-4444
- Email: LVollmer@centerforsight.net

- Ocular Disease Education Coordinator
- Joseph Sowka, O.D., FAAO, Diplomate
- Phone: (941) 496-4444
- Email: JSowka@centerforsight.net
To learn more about our residency program, please feel free to contact us!


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