The future of ophthalmology: Barraquer Masters prepare you for advances in the specialty

10/04/2025

Ophthalmology is a medical specialty in constant evolution, with new techniques and approaches that allow ophthalmologists to treat a greater variety of eye diseases with greater precision. Barraquer Institute, since its foundation in 1947, has demonstrated a great commitment to academic excellence allowing to offer high quality programs, which include courses, masters and other training.

Specialized education in ophthalmology

If you are an ophthalmologist or ophthalmology resident and you are thinking of specialising in an area of the specialty, the Master's Degree in Pathology and Surgery of the Anterior Segment of the Eye Globe and the Master's Degree in Pathology and Surgery of the Posterior Segment of the Eye Globe of Barraquer offer you the most advanced training to be up to date with the advances in this discipline. Both master's degrees are taught 100% online, which allows the student to combine their training with their working life without sacrificing quality teaching.

These master's programmes provide students with a solid foundation in the diagnosis and treatment of various eye diseases. From diseases of the anterior segment, such as cataracts and corneal pathologies, to posterior segment conditions, such as retinal detachments and vitreous pathologies, students will learn to address each case with the necessary knowledge to achieve the best clinical results.

In both programs, a comprehensive approach is offered that ranges from initial patient evaluation to treatment and follow-up, allowing ophthalmologists to improve their skills and develop a complete vision of the specialty. In addition, they are designed under the standards of the European Higher Education Area , which guarantees academic quality and allows obtaining ECTS credits, granting recognition and validity at an international level.

Practical training with clinical cases

One of the most outstanding aspects of these master's degrees is training through the analysis of complex and exceptional clinical cases, where students will have the opportunity to analyze and apply the knowledge acquired in the theory to develop skills in the management of ophthalmological patients.

In addition, decision-making based on scientific evidence is encouraged, preparing students to face the challenges of professional practice with greater security and confidence. As an optional complement, students can participate in a week of face-to-face activities at the Barraquer Ophthalmology Center.

Research and development with Barraquer

Ophthalmology is a specialization in continuous progress, and to obtain the qualification of our programs, it is essential that students do a final master's degree project supervised by doctors specialists of our team and members of the Research Department.

Throughout the course, they will be able to delve into various pathologies and contribute to the development of new treatment strategies and clinical approach.

Get ready to stand out in your career with the Barraquer Masters

The Masters in Pathology and Surgery of the Anterior and Posterior Segment of the Eye Globe not only provide you with the necessary knowledge to treat the most complex ocular pathologies, but also prepare you to face the challenges presented by this medical specialty. With high-level practical and theoretical training, you will be ready to stand out in a branch of medicine that requires constant updating and a rigorous approach to patient treatment.