Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Mankato) Program

The Family Medicine Residency program at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine & Science in Mankato, Minnesota, offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to train competent family medicine physicians who provide high-quality, collaborative, patient- and family-centered care. Residents are prepared for transformational care, practice in various clinical settings, and approach patients with a holistic, whole-person approach to care. The program aims to develop residents' leadership skills and encourage them to innovate and create new initiatives.

Application Requirements: - Applicants must be graduating within the current academic year or have graduated from medical school within the previous two years and remained clinically active. - Medical schools must be accredited by a recognized accrediting agency. - Applicants must provide at least three letters of recommendation, including one from a practicing, board-certified family physician. - Completion of USMLE or COMLEX Steps 1 and 2 prior to the interview. - Eligibility for a Minnesota Board of Medical Practice license. - Must meet all admissions criteria established by Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education.

Application Deadline: December 1

The program offers opportunities for formal and informal leadership roles, elective rotations, and a varied rotation schedule across three years. Residents have the chance to engage in community initiatives such as the St. Peter Free Clinic, addiction medicine curriculum development, and community garden creation to address food insecurity.

Residents have longitudinal rotations in various areas, including behavioral health, community medicine, osteopathic manipulation treatments, practice management, and more. Moonlighting opportunities are available for licensed PGY-2 and PGY-3 residents upon approval from faculty and the program director.

The training sites include Mayo Clinic Health System facilities in Mankato, offering a community-based approach to health care with advanced specialty services. The program emphasizes community engagement and provides opportunities for residents to participate in various community health initiatives.

Residents benefit from a supportive faculty with over 60 years of combined experience who are committed to teaching and facilitating growth. The program fosters a close-knit environment that promotes wellness and work-life balance for residents. Opportunities for cultural enrichment, outdoor recreation, and local dining options make Mankato an attractive location for residents to train and live.