Physician Assistant Fellowship, Medical and Surgical Gynecology (Arizona) - Health Sciences Education - Mayo Clinic College of Medicine & Science

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Overview

Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences offers an intensive and comprehensive Medical and Surgical Gynecology Physician Assistant Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Arizona.

Program highlights

Mayo Clinic’s Medical and Surgical Gynecology Physician Assistant Fellowship in Arizona is a comprehensive 12 month didactic and clinical program allowing for exposure to all sub-specialties in gynecology. Our program is the first GYN-only fellowship in the country. During PA school, the required OB/GYN rotation for most students is focused on obstetrics with little experience in GYN. This fellowship will provide you with the knowledge and proficiency in all the GYN sub-specialties preparing you for a skilled career in gynecology. The fellowship includes training in medical gynecology, urogynecology, gynecology oncology, and minimally invasive surgery.

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Academic and workforce growth

This is a very exciting time for Mayo Clinic in Arizona. Over the next few years, Mayo Clinic is expecting exponential growth both in the hospital and clinic, which will make for many new job opportunities for PA fellows.

Completion and certification

After successfully completing the fellowship, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences.

Accreditation information

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Program goals

Upon graduation, you will have spent time in each of the GYN sub-specialties and feel skilled in all aspects of gynecology.

Acquire excellent clinical and surgical judgment
Proficiently perform in-office gynecology procedures
Maximize evidence-based medicine to formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan
Formulate strong clinical skills on the evaluation, treatment, and management of common gynecologic diagnoses
Perfect your surgical skills, including first-assisting, suturing, laparoscopy, and robotics alongside highly-trained staff
Receive encouragement to be self-motivated, well-rounded, and a lifelong learner who will contribute to the field of gynecology
Develop an attitude of team effort, where each member of the team is equally important attaining satisfactory patient outcomes
Recognize that being a good communicator is a core clinical skill and that effective provider-patient communication can foster both patient and provider satisfaction with improved clinical outcomes