The Pediatric Infectious Diseases Fellowship draws trainees from across the U.S. and around the world. While all our fellows have a love of learning and a compassionate approach to patient care, they come from diverse backgrounds, family status, and professional and personal interests. Meet our current fellows and learn about their experience in the program.

Guyu Li, M.B.B.S.

Hometown: Beijing, China

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic for fellowship training?
I did one month of a pediatric infectious disease away rotation here when I was a PGY-2 pediatric resident.  I was attracted to not only the variety of pediatric infectious diseases and patient populations but also the friendly working environment. Besides, trainees and consultants at Mayo Clinic come from around the world, as an IMG (International Medical Graduate) I appreciate this multicultural training experience, especially in the infectious disease subspecialty.

Do you have any special interests within the program?
Mayo Clinic provides a broad range of research opportunities, I have an interest in novel molecular diagnostic methods in infectious diseases. Also, I’m planning to apply for the world-renown Clinical Microbiology Fellowship under the Division of Clinical Microbiology.

Tell us about yourself.
I was born in Beijing; China, and I completed medical school at the Capital Medical University in Beijing. I’m a first-generation college student, most of the time my parents don’t understand what I was/am doing, but they gave/give me unconditional love and support.  I grew up in a child-friendly environment, my parents own an art studio where young children can learn painting and crafting. Thanks to that, I’m proud to be a pediatrician.

Did anything surprise you about Mayo’s program?
Mayo Clinic Employee Discounts Program. I should have investigated it before I bought an instant pot.

What is living in Rochester, Minnesota, like for you?
I haven’t driven in snow and ice, because I trained at the pediatric residency training at the Driscoll Children’s Hospital at Corpus Christi in Texas. There is an authentic Chinese noodle restaurant in town, by far it is the best noodle place in my opinion.

Christopher Reis, M.D.

Hometown: Eagan, MN

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic?
Incredible patient center care and medical education at a renowned hospital system here in my home state. 

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic for fellowship training? Do you have any special interests within the program?
The breadth of patients at Mayo Clinic is astounding, varying from super rare to routine inpatient consults. I know I will be well-rounded in the field when I graduate. As a resident here, I also came to really appreciate the cohesiveness of the pediatric ID department and their talent and passion for teaching. I am lucky to be enjoying and benefiting from this as a fellow now. 

I have an interest in immunocompromised peds ID, specifically infections and infection prevention in BMT, solid organ transplant recipients, and heme/onc patients. 

Tell us about yourself.
My wife and I were married right before residency and we celebrated the birth of our son this year. We have a Goldendoodle named Hazel. I like to spend my time with my family, hiking outdoors, traveling, and new found hobby of pizza making. 
 
Did anything surprise you about Mayo's program?
I was very surprised and grateful for the flexibility of the schedule over the three years. 
 
What is living in Rochester, Minnesota, like for you?
It is great. Perfect medium size town to raise a family. Lots to do and a great cost of living. The outdoor scene is great nearby. Excellent restaurants, breweries, and shopping centers too. 

Alumni

The most important indicator of the success of a training program is found in the outcomes of the graduates upon completion of their training. Learn more about what our fellows have gone on to accomplish after graduation.