Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester) Program

The Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in Rochester offers a Clinical Medical Genetics Residency program. The program is certified by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and is a two-year program with an optional third year for additional specialization.

Residents in this program receive comprehensive training in patient care for individuals with genetic or suspected genetic diseases. This includes patient examinations, diagnosis, decision-making, therapeutics, and counseling. Residents also gain experience in Mayo Clinic's cytogenetics, biochemical, and molecular laboratories.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning through direct patient interactions across various clinical disorders, involving children, adults, and prenatal care. Residents work closely with a multidisciplinary team of genetic staff, counselors, clinical geneticists, nurses, and laboratory directors. The program also includes training in genetic counseling and laboratory testing methodologies.

Upon successful completion, residents have the option to become certified in clinical genetics, biochemical genetics, or laboratory genetics and genomics. The program has a successful track record, with all graduates passing their boards.

Application to the Clinical Medical Genetics Residency program at Mayo Clinic requires completion of at least one year in an ACGME-accredited residency program and experience seeing patients. International medical graduates must fulfill specific requirements, including ECFMG certification and passing USMLE exams. The residency accepts one resident per year.

The curriculum includes clinical service, rotations in different laboratories, didactic training, research opportunities, case studies, teaching experiences, and career development discussions. Residents are encouraged to participate in research projects and teaching activities.

Overall, Mayo Clinic's Medical Genetics Residency Program provides a robust training environment with a focus on patient care, laboratory experience, and comprehensive education in medical genetics.