Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester) Program

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in Rochester offers an Adult Neurology Residency program that provides robust clinical, educational, and research resources. The program emphasizes support for physical and mental wellness and work-life balance. The residents, who come from varied backgrounds, express satisfaction with the learning environment and supportive culture at Mayo Clinic, highlighting the exceptional patient care and exposure to a wide range of neurologic conditions.

Application to the program is typically done through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Mayo Clinic's Adult Neurology Residency is competitive, offering eleven positions yearly. Applicants usually apply during their fourth year of medical school. It is worth noting that if an applicant has failed the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination three times, they are not appointable to Mayo Clinic.

The curriculum includes one initial year of graduate medical education in internal medicine followed by three years of residency training in adult neurology. The program integrates clinical training with didactic opportunities such as conferences, seminars, and formal didactic courses. Residents also have teaching opportunities and access to multiple electives in various neurologic subspecialties. The program supports research opportunities, where residents complete at least one research project under consultant mentorship.

Residents can expect an exceptional faculty with diverse clinical and research interests at Mayo Clinic. The program ensures residents' well-being through resources such as the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center, supportive groups on campus, and the Neurology Wellness Committee. Rochester offers a blend of small-town safety and big-city entertainment, providing residents with various outdoor activities, diverse restaurants, and easy access to the Twin Cities.