"I was interested in Mayo Clinic for training as they are the only program with an NMR instrument for biological testing, which aligns with some of my doctoral work! I was very excited to also get exposure to a broad range of assays and tests with Mayo being a reference lab. I am most excited about beginning my career in clinical chemistry and being able to contribute to the betterment of patient care! I am also very excited to learn how the techniques and skills from graduate school can be used to make an impact in the clinical realm."

"The Clinical Chemistry Fellowship Program at Mayo Clinic provided unparalleled training resources in laboratory medicine with well-structured curriculum and hands-on experience in general and specialized clinical laboratories. I was excited about the numerous educational and research opportunities through the program to learn and apply clinical chemistry knowledge to patient care. As a trainee, I benefited from the top-tier medical facility as well as mentorship from faculty with diverse expertise."

“I enjoyed applying what I learned to solve real-world problems and support patient care, which made the training both rewarding and meaningful! Working in an environment that encouraged teamwork helped me grow as a clinical chemist and made the experience even more fulfilling. The most challenging experience in the program was balancing the clinical service responsibilities with my research and studying, but this ongoing experience helped me develop stronger time management and prioritization skills.”

"I took a chance in times of COVID-19 and virtual interviews, moving halfway across the country to complete my clinical chemistry training at Mayo Clinic. I absolutely made the best decision and wouldn't change a single thing if given the opportunity. The people here (both at work and in the community) are friendly, loving, and supportive - I immediately felt like family. The fellowship training is unparalleled, combining a large reference laboratory with multiple specialty labs and a plethora of unique patient cases. I feel prepared for my first director role and know that, when a question arises, I can call the Mayo Clinic fellowship faculty for years to come."

"Mayo Clinic fosters a collaborative culture that unites experts from all facets of medicine and science. During the clinical chemistry fellowship, I was able to build connections and learn from experts across a wide variety of specialties, ranging from core laboratory services to data science and artificial intelligence. These relationships and learning experiences were critical in obtaining my first job and have helped me launch a career that I never imagined would be possible. Applying to Mayo Clinic's clinical chemistry fellowship is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I would highly recommend this program to any prospective applicant."

"The Clinical Chemistry Fellowship at Mayo Clinic was my favorite stage of training in my career. Being surrounded every day by world experts and being able to learn from them and be challenged by them was the most rewarding experience. The consultants are incredibly approachable and passionate, which builds the perfect environment for learning and thriving. The community this fellowship offers truly feels like a family while holding high expectations from all of the team. Being one of the largest reference laboratories in the country, the exposure to cutting-edge technology and development is second to none. Lastly, I really appreciated the structure of the program and all the tools available during the fellowship."

"I believe this program offers the best education, training, research, and service opportunities in the nation. As a fellow, you will have the opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field. The consultants and staff are very caring and supportive, which makes for a great learning environment. They love to share their expertise. You will have ample service experience, which will help you learn to communicate with providers and staff. Because Mayo Clinic also is one of the largest reference laboratories in the nation, you will get the chance to work with people from outside hospitals, helping to guide test selection and interpret test results. I'm so glad I got to train at Mayo Clinic!"