The decision to leave Kansas and make the move to Phoenix was not an easy one but was unquestionably one of the best decisions of my life. Many of the faculty are well known across the country with extensive networking at many well-known institutions which is extremely beneficial for obtaining future fellowships and jobs.

Whether you have an interest in research, education, or plan to join a private practice, you will have a comprehensive experience and be fully prepared. Research endeavors are fully supported, and I have attended 12 conferences fully funded by Mayo Clinic in desirable locations within the continental U.S.

Overall, you will be hard pressed to find another program that provides a greater breadth of opportunities, resources, and case complexity than that provided here at Mayo Clinic in Arizona.

Medical school: University of Kansas School of Medicine

I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of a professional environment where residents are supported and regarded not only as trainees but also as colleagues. As a smaller-sized residency within an actively expanding hospital system, residents can form strong relationships early on with departmental faculty who are invested in our growth as radiologists. By completing my transitional year here at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, I was also able to work within diverse array of medical and surgical subspecialties. The opportunity to gain familiarity with many staff and systems here was valuable as an incoming radiology resident, especially knowing that I will be interfacing frequently with these same people throughout my training.

Medical school: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences, The Pritzker School of Medicine, Chicago, IL

I could not speak more highly about my experience at Mayo Clinic in Arizona! This program combines high-quality education with a culture that genuinely supports wellness and family. Every day I learned from subspecialty-trained radiologists, some of whom are world-renowned in their field. There is no replacement for learning from the people who authored the studies and textbook chapters. As a resident with four children, including twins born at the beginning of my R1 year, I experienced the supportive learning environment throughout my time at Mayo Clinic. Before I had even started the program, leadership was working with me to create a generous parental leave plan. I chose to breastfeed and pumped for a full year, something that would not have been possible without the program’s encouragement and logistical help. While being a physician mom is a huge challenge, being surrounded by co-residents and attendings who cared about my success in all aspects of my life made it all possible. I am incredibly grateful to have trained in a program that not only provides outstanding academic development, but also values residents as whole people.

Destination: Pediatric Radiology Fellowship, Phoenix Children’s Hospital, AZ 

The support of our staff, the program director, and Mayo Clinic provided the means to pursue opportunities I would not otherwise have had access to. They went above and beyond to allow me to run for national leadership positions and supported my desire to be a part of the admissions committee for Mayo Clinic School of Medicine and Science. Additionally, the staff was always available to offer advice when I needed it. I have no doubt that everyone at Mayo Clinic did everything they could to help me achieve my career goals.

Destination: Abdominal Imaging and Intervention Fellowship, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI

When applying to radiology residencies, I knew that a smaller program would be the best fit for me. With four residents per year, Mayo Clinic in Arizona provided the one-on-one learning and small group environment I was looking for in a training program. This program had the benefits of having access to all of the incredible resources at Mayo Clinic, including world-renowned faculty, complex cases, as well as generous support of resident research and participation in national conferences. For me, it was the perfect balance and ideal place for my radiology education.

Destination: Breast Imaging Fellowship, Duke University, Durham, NC