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Our fellowship program is intense, providing a solid foundation that serves our fellows well in their future practice. Fellows and their families enjoy numerous activities outside of the workplace afforded by the dynamic, safe, and affordable city of Rochester, Minnesota.

As an Abdominal Transplant and Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery fellow, your physical and mental health is a priority. You will have access to several resources to promote well-being, as well as time off from clinical duties to attend appointments.

Wellness initiatives

As a trainee, your physical and mental health are priorities to Mayo Clinic and the department. Trainees have access to several resources to promote well-being, as well as time off clinical duties to attend appointments.

Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center
Groups on campus
Well-being

Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center

Trainees taking a yoga class at the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Trainees have access to the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center (DAHLC), which is located on both Mayo Clinic campuses (downtown and Saint Marys) in Rochester, Minnesota. This state-of-the-art fitness facility offers basic classes (including free weights, stretching, cardio, and more), drop-in classes, evaluation services, group training, virtual personal training, and virtual wellness coaching.

Membership to the DAHLC is available at a low cost to trainees and their families through payroll deduction.

Video: Dan Abraham Health Living Center
Video: A look inside the Dan Abraham Health Living Center

Groups on campus

Several groups on campus help you connect with other fellows and their families, such as the Mayo Fellows Association, the Mayo Families' Connection, and Mayo Employee Resource Groups. Several groups on campus help you connect with other fellows and their families, such as the Mayo Fellows Association, the Mayo Families' Connection, and Mayo Employee Resource Groups. These groups help enhance your training by providing and organizing wellness initiatives and social activities.

Workshops for spouses and significant others are also available.

Well-being

Cardiovascular diseases fellow works on a computer at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. The Office of Academic Support and Well-Being provides resources to promote academic, emotional, social, cognitive, financial, and physical well-being. Career and academic services include academic advising, peer tutoring, and accommodations for learners with disabilities or health conditions. Mental health services, counseling, interview practice, and a variety of enrichment sessions on topics like budgeting, resiliency, and stress and burn-out are also available through the Academic Support and Well-Being office.

Work/life balance

With a smaller program, fellows are more than just colleagues - they are close friends, frequently interacting outside the work environment and reporting overall satisfaction with their work-life balance.

Everyone cares. They notice if you're tired, burned out even. There are a lot of fellows and residents around to help. It allows you to maintain the personal relationships in your life as well as professional.

Omar Haque, M.D., M.P.H.
2024-2026 Fellow

Life in Rochester

Our fellows love the small-town safety and conveniences paired with the big city entertainment and diverse restaurants Rochester has to offer. With live concerts, craft breweries, and over 3,500 acres of parks and trails, it's never hard to find something to do. Learn more about our community and what our fellows love about living here.

Frequently asked questions (and answers)

What is the dress code?

The dress code at Mayo Clinic emphasizes maintaining a professional appearance.

Fellows wear scrubs on appropriate inpatient services, and they wear a white coat instead of a suit jacket in many settings.

Are there opportunities for my spouse or significant other?

Mayo Clinic is committed to help your spouse and/or significant other find employment prior to your move to Rochester. This program, referred to as Accompanying Talent, is available to all matched trainees and has contacts with employers in Rochester, the surrounding area, and Minneapolis/St. Paul.

We offer opportunities for your spouse or significant other to connect with opportunities at Mayo Clinic as well as with external companies. Personalized support is available, including: