Physician networking platform Doximity.com continues to rank the residency program at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah among the nation’s best, placing the program No. 1 in the West and No. 6 nationwide on its 2025-2026 Residency Navigator.
Doximity conducts an annual survey to determine its Residency Navigator rankings. Medical school graduates use them to evaluate high-quality training programs when considering where to apply for residency.
Moran’s Education Program, led by Vice Chair of Education Rachel G. Simpson, MD, consistently ranks among the nation’s Top 10 and offers unique opportunities for trainees, including recent curriculum innovations, resident wellness initiatives, and unparalleled opportunities for extensive surgical experience.
Moran’s Education Program, led by Vice Chair of Education Rachel G. Simpson, MD, consistently ranks among the nation’s Top 10 and offers unique opportunities for trainees, including recent curriculum innovations, resident wellness initiatives, and unparalleled opportunities for extensive surgical experience.
Moran selects just four residency applicants from a pool of about 700 annually. Residents gain extensive surgical experience beyond the national average and have protected time for research and outreach work.
Learn more about the program curriculum here and read about recent innovations in the 2025 edition of Moran’s Education FOCUS publication.