CODET Vision Institute and UABC Join Forces to Enhance Ophthalmology Care and Specialties
CODET Vision Institute and UABC partner to advance Ophthalmic Education, offering six specialized Fellowship Programs to enhance Visual Health Innovation
CODET Vision Institute and the Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC) have united to enhance the professional and academic development of physicians through specialized postgraduate programs, further establishing Baja California as a leader in excellence-driven visual healthcare.
Dr. Arturo Chayet, Medical Director of CODET Vision Institute, emphasized that UABC provides academic accreditation for the Fellowship Program in Advanced Specialties. This program allows ophthalmologists to enhance their surgical and clinical skills under the guidance of CODET’s expert surgeons.
Fellows gain invaluable hands-on experience, observing CODET specialists in action while performing procedures and surgeries that benefit underserved populations. This initiative not only improves care for those in need but also ensures access to cutting-edge diagnostic equipment and high-quality medical services. Each year, fellows perform approximately 1,600 surgeries, directly impacting vulnerable patients.
CODET Vision Institute is proud to be the first medical institution in Baja California to receive the Modular Postgraduate Program (PPM) accreditation from UABC, the state’s foremost academic institution.
A Partnership for Innovation and Excellence
UABC, a prestigious institution dedicated to academic excellence, fosters medical innovation and the development of top-tier specialists through its General Coordination of Research and Postgraduate Studies, the UABC Continuing Education Center, and the Faculty of Medicine and Psychology. This collaboration with CODET Vision Institute propels advancements in healthcare technology and medical approaches, benefiting both the local community and society at large.
Dr. Luis Enrique Palafox Maestre, Rector of UABC, underscores the significance of postgraduate training in shaping innovations that directly benefit public health.
UABC is also a pioneer in academic blockchain certification, being the second higher education institution in Mexico to implement this cutting-edge technology. This initiative enhances the security, transparency, and authenticity of academic credentials, showcasing UABC’s commitment to digital transformation and the validation of official documents.
Six Advanced Fellowship Programs
Thanks to this collaboration, CODET Vision Institute now offers six highly specialized fellowship programs in ophthalmology, providing invaluable opportunities for professional development and education in the region:
- Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Cornea and Ocular Surface
- Glaucoma and Optic Nerve
- Retina and Vitreous
- Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
- Orbit, Eyelid, and Lacrimal System
A Legacy of Excellence Since 1994
Established in 1994, CODET Vision Institute’s Fellowship Program has trained over 120 ophthalmologists from Mexico, Latin America, Europe, and beyond. Over the course of 30+ years, fellows have gained expertise in advanced subspecialties, contributing to new technologies and research protocols. CODET’s reputation as a leader in ophthalmic innovation is reinforced by this program, with graduates often joining CODET’s esteemed medical team.
A Global Vision with Local Roots
Since its founding in Tijuana in 1986, CODET Vision Institute has become a key player in the region’s growing medical tourism industry, providing world-class eye care to patients from Mexico and around the globe. CODET is proud to be a Baja Californian institution, recognized as a global leader in ophthalmology.
“We are excited to continue advancing together in our commitment to academic and medical excellence,” said Dr. Arturo Chayet, expressing his gratitude to UABC for its ongoing support of initiatives that strengthen education, healthcare, and regional progress.
