Fellows from the Multidisciplinary Breast 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.

Ilke Ozcan, M.D.

Medical school: Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Istanbul, Türkiye
Residency: Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Background: Dr. Ilke Ozcan is originally from Zonguldak, a city in northwestern Turkey. She received her doctorate in medicine from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in Istanbul, Turkey.  Shortly afterward Dr. Ozcan moved to Rochester, Minnesota to begin a research position at Mayo Clinic under the supervision of Dr. Amir Lerman. Her research focused on mechanisms of various cardiovascular diseases with her main interests being heart transplantation and progenitor cells. In her free time, she enjoys hiking through the beautiful trails around Rochester, cooking, baking, and spending time with her friends.

Why did you chose Mayo Clinic for your fellowship? I chose Mayo Clinic for my breast pathology fellowship because I was drawn to its collaborative, patient-centered approach and its commitment to both excellence and innovation in pathology. Coming from strong academic foundation and residency training, I was looking for a place to refine my skills in breast pathology under the mentorship of leaders in the field and Mayo Clinic offered exactly that. The supportive environment and high case volume make it an ideal place to grow both professionally and personally.

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.