Surgical Observership & Training
Refractive &
Surgical Training
Learn from a high-volume premium refractive practice. Personalized surgical observerships and immersive educational experiences for ophthalmologists and optometrists seeking to advance their knowledge and skills.
The Juliette Eye Institute
Learn from a High-Volume Premium Refractive Practice
The Juliette Eye Institute offers personalized surgical observerships and immersive educational experiences for ophthalmologists and optometrists seeking to advance their knowledge of premium refractive surgery and modern ophthalmic practice.
Whether you are introducing a new procedure into your practice, refining your surgical technique, or developing a premium refractive program, our customized training provides practical, real-world insights that can immediately improve patient care.
Ophthalmologists & Refractive Surgeons
For Ophthalmologists & Refractive Surgeons
Spend one day to one week with Dr. Robert F. Melendez and his clinical team observing every aspect of a modern premium refractive practice, including:
Training is individualized based on your goals, experience level, and the procedures you wish to master.
Optometrists
For Optometrists
Designed for optometrists interested in becoming leaders in refractive surgery co-management and premium vision correction. Participants gain hands-on exposure to:
This program is ideal for optometrists wishing to expand their role within a premium surgical practice.
Flexible Training Options
Choose the Format That Fits Your Goals
Training experiences are available in customized formats. Extended educational experiences may also be available through individualized arrangements based on each participant's educational objectives and practice goals.
One-Day Intensive Observership
A focused, high-impact single day immersed in the Juliette Eye Institute clinical environment.
Two- to Three-Day Immersion
Deeper exposure across multiple procedure types and clinical settings over two to three days.
One-Week Executive Surgical Experience
The most comprehensive format — a full week alongside Dr. Melendez and his team covering the breadth of a premium refractive practice.
A Personalized Experience
Intentionally Small. Deeply Impactful.
Unlike large courses or lecture-based programs, every Juliette Eye Academy experience is intentionally limited in size, allowing participants to receive individualized mentoring, direct access to the surgical team, and meaningful discussions focused on improving clinical excellence, patient experience, leadership, and practice growth.
We look forward to helping you elevate your skills, your confidence, and your practice.
Individualized Mentoring
Direct, one-on-one guidance from Dr. Melendez tailored to your specific goals and experience level.
Direct Surgical Access
Observe and engage with the surgical team in a real, high-volume premium clinical environment.
Immediate Clinical Application
Practical insights and frameworks you can bring back to your practice from day one.
Leadership & Practice Growth
Discussions that go beyond technique — covering patient experience, team culture, and practice excellence.
Ready to Elevate Your Surgical Skills?
Tuition available upon request. Training available on a rolling basis — individualized to your schedule and goals.