Overview

Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences offers a 12-month postgraduate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. The program will provide comprehensive training for nurse practitioners and physician assistants who desire a career in gastroenterology and hepatology.

Program highlights

This intensive postgraduate program is designed to train nurse practitioners and physician assistants in the assessment and management of patients with a variety of gastrointestinal conditions. Our fellows develop the knowledge base and skills to become highly experienced and compassionate providers.

The curriculum comprises of mentored rotations within several subspecialties, didactic instruction, research, and direct clinical experience. The fellowship is founded on the principles of Mayo Clinic — excellence in patient care, education, and research.

The program is intended for nurse practitioners and physician assistants who are interested in a rewarding career in gastroenterology and hepatology.

Completion and certification

Upon graduation, fellows receive a certificate from Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences documenting completion of a 12-month postgraduate fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology. The certificate verifies that each fellow has completed all components outlined in the curriculum and achieved program competencies.

The experience and training provided prepares fellows to be more competitive when applying for gastroenterology and hepatology positions in the community or academic setting.

Accreditation information

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