The most important indicator of the success of a training program is found in the outcomes of the graduates after completing their training. Mayo residents are highly successful in obtaining the position or fellowship of their choice. After completing the Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism Fellowship, physicians are ready for the demands of private practice, academic practice, or a fellowship program.
Program years: 2022-2024
Destination after graduation: TidalHealth, Seaford, DE
Hometown: Khartoum, Sudan
Undergraduate school: Al Wahida School, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Residency: St. Agnes Hospital, Maryland and Zayed military Hospital Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Medical school: University of Medical Sciences and Technology (UMST)
Research/academic interests: Diabetes and obesity
Outside interests: Tennis and football (soccer)
Why did you choose to train at Mayo Clinic? I chose Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, because it had the perfect balance between clinical practice and research. The department was amazing and everyone was very supportive and humble. Scottsdale is a beautiful city and a great place to live in.
Program years: 2023-2025
Destination after graduation: Scarborough Health Network, Toronto, Canada
Hometown: Tehran, Iran/Montreal, Canada
Undergraduate school: Guilan University of Medical Sciences
Residency: McGill University
Medical school: Guilan University of Medical Sciences/Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Research/academic interests: Thyroid disorders, obesity, metabolic disorders, and diabetes
Outside interests: I love to travel and explore new places, cultures, and adventures! Spending quality time with family and my 10-year-old dog [forever puppy] is one of my greatest joys in life! Trying new restaurants and coffee shops, board games and escape rooms, reading and writing short stories, and learning new languages!
Why did you choose to train at Mayo Clinic? The culture of Mayo Clinic and its people! For the top-notch clinical and research opportunities, the supportive and humble faculty, and the diverse community. Also, my personal and academic goals were aligned with Mayo Clinic's mission which is to inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and research. I wanted to have the opportunity to look up to and get inspired by the brilliant minds around me every day and grow as a competent Endocrinologist with the primary value of "The needs of the patient come first."
Program years: 2024-2026
Destination after graduation: The First Clinic at TriStar Centennial, Nashville, TN
Hometown: Spokane, WA
Undergraduate school: Seattle University
Residency: Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Internal Medicine
Medical school: Creighton University School of Medicine
Research/academic interests: Bone health, diabetes and metabolism
Outside interests: I enjoy playing the acoustic guitar, going to the gym, and listening to audiobooks.
Why did you choose to train at Mayo Clinic? I did my residency at Mayo Clinic in Arizona. My second-year endocrine rotation was a fantastic experience. The pathology seen in the clinic was interesting and the people were fantastic to work with. Ultimately, the work culture within the department is what drew me to the program.
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