The Cytopathology Fellowship draws trainees from across the U.S. and around the world. While all our trainees have a love of learning and a compassionate approach to patient care, they come from diverse backgrounds, family status, and professional and personal interests. Meet our current fellow and learn about their experience in the program.

Jane Jarshaw, M.D., M.P.H.

Medical school: University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine, Tulsa, OK
Residency: Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Background: Dr. Jane Jarshaw is originally from Edmond, Oklahoma. She received her doctorate in medicine from the University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine in Tulsa, Oklahoma. During medical school, she also took a year off to obtain a master of public health in epidemiology.  In her free time, Dr. Jarshaw likes to play with her dog, Ayra, and play video games. 

Why did you chose Mayo Clinic for your fellowship? I chose the Cytopathology Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester because of the program’s commitment to education, the depth of faculty expertise, and the supportive learning environment. As a recent graduate of the Anatomic and Clinical Pathology program at Mayo Clinic I observed the faculty and staff’s dedication to patient-centered care and trainee support. The combination of high-volume case exposure, multidisciplinary collaboration, and faculty mentorship makes Mayo Clinic Rochester an ideal setting for fellowship training in cytopathology.

Allison Kerper, M.D.

Medical school: University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, IL
Residency: Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Background: Dr. Allison Kerper is originally from a town called Decatur in central Illinois, but has spent several years living in Chicago. She completed her undergraduate studies at Loyola University Chicago before going on to attend medical school at the University of Illinois at Chicago.  In 2026, Dr. Kerper complete her Anatomic  and Clinical Pathology residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She has an interest in teaching and education, and worked as a peer tutor during her time at UIC. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and hiking, especially at national parks.

Why did you chose Mayo Clinic for your fellowship? I chose Mayo Clinic for my physician-scientist fellowship because of its unique combination of outstanding clinical residency training, a highly collaborative research environment, and a strong commitment to innovation in patient care. Mayo also offers exceptional access to diverse patient populations, extensive biospecimen resources, and cutting-edge technologies, creating unparalleled opportunities for translational research. As someone interested in molecular pathology, tumor immunology, and emerging technologies such as spatial omics and single-cell sequencing, I was particularly attracted to the ability to work closely with both clinical and research mentors to develop projects that can directly impact patient care. The physician-scientist training pathway at Mayo provides the ideal environment to grow as both a diagnostician and an independent investigator.

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.