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Outside of work in Jacksonville, Florida, residents enjoy a variety of activities on the land, in the water, and during days of sunshine.
Endless Possibilities: Jacksonville
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Follow us on Instagram and X (Twitter) to receive updates from our residency! We frequently share resident accomplishments, publications, and highlights of resident life in Jacksonville.
Mayo Clinic residents or fellows can experience 24/7 free access to the Bill Hewitt Employee Wellness Center — opened in the summer of 2024 and spans 6,700 square feet with modern cardio machines, weight machines, free weights, a studio for live classes, and includes showers and locker rooms for convenience.
Additionally, residents or fellows at our three campuses get discounted membership fees to area gyms. In Jacksonville, Florida, residents and fellows can obtain an exclusive discount with the YMCA (several locations).
Opportunities to join a variety of groups on campus provide regular social activities and can help enhance your training while connecting with a broad group of peers.
Trainees will have the opportunity to join a Mayo Employee Resource Group (MERG) at any time during their training program. Current MERGs on the Florida campus include groups based on African, Asian, and Latino heritage as well as groups focused on veterans, global health volunteering, professional development, family resources and events, and LGBTI and differently-abled staff and allies.
The Student Services office provides resources to promote academic, emotional, social, cognitive, financial, and physical well-being. Career and academic services include academic advising, peer tutoring, and accommodations for learners with disabilities or health conditions. Mental health services, counseling, interview practice, and a variety of enrichment sessions on topics like budgeting, resiliency, and stress and burn-out are also available through the Student Services office.
I’m thankful for the relationships in my life that began here at Mayo Clinic due to its supportive leadership and work culture. Us friends and colleagues love the opportunities to explore Jax’s abundant recreational activities, including its impressive park system, local food scene, and (of course) its beautiful beaches.
Matthew Kornas, M.D.
Jacksonville is a great place to live! In my free time, I love spending evenings at the beach, walking at the St Johns Town Center, and checking out all the different restaurants this city has to offer!
Faaiq Aslam, M.D.
I love Mayo Clinic because of the positive culture of learning it fosters amongst residents and the sub-specialty services. Everyone is very willing to teach and learn from each other.
Krista Grennan, M.D.
Explore a few of the ways residents maintain balance between work responsibilities and hobbies, family, and friends outside of the clinic.