How did Mayo help you reach your goals?

"Mayo Clinic has provided significant resources to help me reach this point. This includes world-class faculty willing to invest in my career development, financial support for research and advocacy-related travel, unique departments like the Center for Innovation, and a collaborative atmosphere aimed at addressing the patient’s needs in the present while investing in research and education to address the needs of tomorrow’s patients."

2019 graduate and current Assistant Professor of Neurology at Mayo Clinic in Florida

How has Mayo’s mentorship model impacted your career?

"Mentorship is one of the pillars of Mayo Clinic training programs and I had the opportunity to work with great mentors to whom I thank for the time and efforts spent in my education and the opportunities for career development they provided over the years. They have being incredible role models and have motivated me to become a mentor for future trainees."

2017 graduate and current neuromuscular specialist and Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama

How did Mayo help you to reach your career goals?

"I gained a great deal of knowledge from Mayo, but also learned how to continue that into my practice. Medicine is constantly changing, new guidelines come out regularly, and Mayo taught me the importance of continuing education. Mayo has exceedingly high standards of care and that I carry with me today."

2013 graduate and current Chief of Neurology and Stroke Program Director at Piedmont Healthcare, Atlanta, GA

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic?

"Initially I was drawn to apply for residency at Mayo Clinic by its reputation as a highly regarded institution that deals with the most complex of cases. As a resident, I felt like my education was an institutional priority, and I wasn’t just a 'cog in a machine.' I felt part of a cohesive, collegial community, with common goals and a shared drive toward excellence." 

2011 graduate and current neuro-ophthalmologist, Associate Professor, and Section Chief of Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Medical College of Wisconsin