Fellows from the Clinical Biochemical Genetics Fellowship program at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, come from medical schools around the U.S. and outside the country. Meet one of our fellows and learn about their experience and our program.

Janet Martin, Ph.D. - 1st Year

Medical school: Dalhousie Medical School, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Residency: McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Background: Dr. Martin was born in New Brunswick, Canada's east coast close to the Atlantic Ocean. She is a graduate of the University of Prince Edward Island obtained her medical degree at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Her residency training in Internal Medicine and Medical Biochemistry was completed at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario.  She worked in IT for several years before returning to university and attending medical school and enjoys hiking, reading, and travelling to new places.

What are you most excited about experiencing during your fellowship? Mayo Clinic has a reputation for building and maintaining an extremely strong program in Clinical Biochemical Genetics. While practicing as a staff physician in Canada, I came to appreciate the Mayo Clinic’s clinical expertise and guidance in the interpretation of complex testing. Visiting the Rochester site and meeting the Biochemical Genetics Lab Directors further affirmed this impression; I was struck not only by their depth of knowledge but also by their genuine enthusiasm for teaching and advancing the field. I’m incredibly fortunate to be able to review cases from around that world, in an environment that balances academic curiosity with clinical excellence.

Ibrahim Khoja, M.B.B.S. - 2nd Year

Medical school: College of Medicine - Al-Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University
Residency: King Saud University, Riyadh

What drew you to our program? My passion for metabolic diseases was sparked by the many cases I encountered in my hometown, where we often relied on Mayo Clinic for diagnostic support. Being part of this pioneering institution is truly a privilege, as it allows me to contribute to the filed in a meaningful way.

What are you most excited about experiencing during your fellowship? I am most excited about working in an environment that fosters harmony, encourages productivity, and continuously pushes for advancements in both science and clinical skills. The collaborative culture here provides an excellent platform for growth and innovation.

Mayo Fellows Association (MFA)

The Mayo Fellows Association (MFA) offers a peer and social support network for residents and fellows and their families with social events, athletics, and advocacy. The MFA also holds an annual resident and fellow appreciation event open to all trainees with complimentary massages, stress-reducing activities, and social support.