Our fellows come from medical schools around the U.S. and outside the country. See what they have to say about our program.

Julio Cisneros Correa, M.D.

Medical school: Mexican Faculty of Medicine, Universidad la Salle, Mexico City, Mexico 
Residency:  National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition “Salvador Zubiran," Mexico City, Mexico 
Fellowship:  Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Fellowship, National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition “Salvador Zubiran,” Mexico City, Mexico

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic? Mayo Clinic is a prestigious worldwide institution that strives for academic excellence and is acknowledged for providing high-quality educations to trainees. Faculty members are pioneers and leaders in the field of transplantation surgery and research. Therefore, I am convinced that this is a unique opportunity to continue my training at the highest possible level which ultimately will benefit my patients. 

Zhihao Li, M.D.

Medical school: University of Zurich, Switzerland
Residencies: Hand, plastic, reconstructive surgery, Cantonal Hospital, St. Gallen, Switzerland; visceral, thoracic, vascular surgery, Zurich's Municipal Hospital, Triemli, Switzerland; visceral and transplant Surgery, University Hospital of Zurich, Switzerland

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic? Mayo's reputation for excellence in patient care, research, and education aligns perfectly with my goals. Its collaborative environment, focus on innovation, and commitment to advancing transplant surgery, combined with the opportunity to integrate fellowship with research, provide the ideal setting to refine my skills. Transplant surgery offers a unique opportunity to combine advanced medical innovation with the ability to make a significant impact on patients' lives. The field's constant evolution, driven by breakthroughs in science and technology, aligns with my passion for clinical practice and research.