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Department and Faculty

The Division of Nephrology and Hypertension at Mayo Clinic's campus in Jacksonville, Florida, consists of 11 highly qualified nephrologists with decades of experience in patient care, teaching and research.

Each year, our integrated team of nephrologists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, dialysis nurses, patient care and dialysis technicians, renal dietitians, and social workers provide care for thousands of patients with a variety of kidney diseases.

Program leadership

Michael Mao, M.D.

Michael Mao, M.D.

Program Director

Dr. Mao is a nephrologist in the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. He specializes in treating acute kidney failure and kidney injuries, dialysis, hypertension, and autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. Dr. Mao's main interest is a dedication for education, and promoting the best learning environment and program for future colleagues.

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Martin Mai, M.D.

Martin Mai, M.D.

Associate Program Director

Dr. Mai is a transplant nephrologist in the Division of Kidney and Pancreas Transplant at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. Research interests include immunosuppression, transplant for the elderly, kidney complications of liver transplant. 

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Faculty

In addition to caring for patients in clinical practice, Mayo Clinic's faculty is committed to teaching and facilitating the growth of medical knowledge. Many of our faculty members have published and lectured extensively and are highly regarded in their fields. You work closely with these individuals throughout your training in the Nephrology Fellowship.

Group photo of nephrology fellowship

Advisers and mentors

Faculty advisers are available to provide comprehensive educational advice and personal support. You meet with your adviser periodically throughout the program to review your progress and career goals, and ensure that your educational needs are being met. In addition, each fellow is connected with protected time to meet with career mentors throughout their fellowship to provide assistance and guidance to reach their career goals.

Visiting professors

Many prominent professors visit Mayo Clinic each year. They present their work during lectures, participate in hospital rounds and have informal discussions with trainees. You are encouraged to take full advantage of these educational opportunities.