Fellows from the Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary Pathology 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.

Joseph Gosnell, M.D.

Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI
Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX

Background: Dr. Gosnell was raised in Flint, Michigan, and earned his medical degree from Wayne State University in Detroit. He completed his residency in Pathology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), where he served as Chief Resident. During his training, he co-founded the Society for Innovation and Research (SIR)—a resident-led initiative that supported scholarly activity and fostered innovation in AI, digital pathology, and medical device development. Under his leadership and with program-wide collaboration, UTMB Pathology doubled its annual output of PubMed-indexed publications. Dr. Gosnell was named an AASLD Foundation Emerging Liver Scholar in 2023.

Why did you chose Mayo Clinic for your fellowship? I chose the Mayo Clinic for its unparalleled reputation in clinical excellence and academic leadership, particularly in GI and hepatopathology. Throughout my residency, Mayo’s contributions—including publications, expert commentary, and educational resources—consistently shaped my training and perspective on the field. As I begin this fellowship, I look forward to learning from world-renowned consultants, serving a diverse patient population, and expanding my skills in GI and liver pathology.

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.