Neurosurgery fellows using surgical navigation system in the operating room

Graduate medical education in neurosurgery at Mayo Clinic

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Overview

The Cerebrovascular and Skull Base Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, is a one-year fellowship that provides advanced training in microsurgical, interventional, endoscopic, and radiosurgical techniques and patient management.

The fellowship will provide you with a solid foundation in the knowledge and skills needed to be a leader in the management of complex cranial base and neurovascular diseases and brain tumors. The fellowship also includes protected time for research. In addition to clinical training, the fellowship includes a hands-on simulation curriculum to bolster skills.  

We also offer an enfolded fellowship option that is appropriate for candidates who completed a chief resident position or for PGY-7 level.

Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, sees a high volume of neurovascular and skull-based pathologies. The skull base program is characterized by the seamless integration of practitioners from neuro-ophthalmology, neuroendocrinology, neuro-otolaryngology, neuroradiology, neuroplastics, and radiation oncology.

Video: The Arizona Experience

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Video: The Arizona Experience

Neurosurgery fellows using surgical navigation system in the operating room

Your training experience

As a fellow at Mayo Clinic, you'll have access to robust clinical, educational, and research resources. You'll find support both inside and outside of the campus to promote physical and mental wellness and ensure your work/life balance.

Bernard Bendok, M.D.

Director's welcome

We appreciate your interest in the Cerebrovascular and Skull Base Fellowship at Mayo Clinic. We offer a superb education in the microsurgical, endoscopic, interventional, and radiosurgical management of challenging neurovascular diseases and cranial base pathologies as well as brain tumors.

Accreditation

The Cerebrovascular and Skull Base Fellowship is accredited by the Committee on Advanced Subspecialty Training (CAST) through The Society of Neurological Surgeons (SNS).

Certification

After successfully completing the program, you receive a certification of completion in cerebrovascular and skull base training from Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education.

Program history

The Cerebrovascular and Skull Base Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, began in 2015. We anticipate one fellow will complete this program annually.

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