Table 1.

Salient features of the certificate course in evidence-based management of diabetic retinopathy

Evidence-based learning	The focus of teaching is on evidence-based learning with one-to-one interaction with experts of the field.
Program curriculum	Updated curriculum is prepared by the academic partner on the basis of inputs by 50 experts across the country. Curriculum is updated annually with inputs from all stakeholders and in context to the latest advancements (didactic lectures, case studies, instructional videos, group exercises, etc.) with hands-on training at premier retina institutes.
On-the-job training	The training is conducted once a month on designated weekends to ensure that routine activities of all the stakeholders are not affected.
Networking	The program establishes a network between national experts, regional faculty, and primary care physicians, which strengthens referral mechanisms.
Advancements in the field of diabetic retinopathy	Participants are offered special packages to attend various conferences and workshops and other training programs across the country.
Robust monitoring and evaluation	Robust internal and external monitoring and supervision activities. This enables a standard teaching protocol throughout the country.