Applications for 2026 appointments are now available.

Deadline to submit your application is May 1, 2025.

The following documents must be included with your application by May 1, 2025. Incomplete applications will be distributed. Any missing documents must be provide by the fellow candidate during interviews.

• Digital, high resolution, headshot photo (300 dpi). Headshot photos will be forwarded to the programs, after an interview has been offered. These photos will be used for AAGL/FMIGS media platforms.
• Curriculum Vitae which includes your educational pedigree, all abstracts presentations at regional and national meetings, publications, honors, awards and achievements.
• Three letters of reference. One letter should be from your residency director. The letters of reference must be submitted directly to the Fellowship office by e-mail: fmigs@aagl.org. Letters should be addressed to Program Director or To Whom It May Concern. Additional letters may be submitted. Letters must be submitted by no later than May 1, 2025.
• Your residency ACGME case list brief summary (1 page).
• Personal statement discussing your interest in pursuing MIGS training (1 page max, size 10 font/single space).
• CREOG Scores. Include all available scores and not only the highest.
• ECFMG certificate (if applicable)
• TOEFL IBT certificate (if applicable)
• Official copy of USMLE or LCCE transcript. Submit to the Fellowship office by e-mail fmigs@aagl.org or surface mail at: 6757 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630.
• If you are currently not a resident in training, please provide the following:
  • A description of your current practice.
  • A list of all hospital staff and teaching appointments currently held, including types of privileges.
  • A copy of your malpractice policy.