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Resident Life

Residents in the program pose for a group photo.

Wellness initiatives

As a resident, your physical and mental health is a priority. You will have access to several resources to promote well being, as well as time off clinical duties to attend appointments.

Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center

Trainees taking a yoga class at the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.Trainees have access to the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center (DAHLC), which is located on both Mayo Clinic campuses (downtown and Saint Marys) in Rochester, Minnesota. This state-of-the-art fitness facility offers basic classes (including free weights, stretching, cardio, and more), drop-in classes, evaluation services, group training, virtual personal training, and virtual wellness coaching.

Membership to the DAHLC is available at a low cost to trainees and their families through payroll deduction.

Academic Support and Well-Being

Cardiovascular diseases fellow works on a computer at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.

The Office of Academic Support and Well-Being is dedicated to promoting your success and well-being throughout residency. Residents have access to confidential counseling, disability accommodations, and individualized academic guidance from learning specialists. Additional services include free peer tutoring, professional document review, and support with time management, study strategies, and academic planning. Our office fosters a vibrant, inclusive environment to help you achieve your goals — both in training and in life.

Groups on campus

Several groups on campus help you connect with other fellows and their families, such as the Mayo Fellows Association, the Mayo Families' Connection, and Mayo Employee Resource Groups.Several groups on campus help you connect with other fellows and their families, such as the Mayo Fellows Association, the Mayo Families' Connection, and Mayo Employee Resource Groups. These groups help enhance your training by providing and organizing wellness initiatives and social activities.

Workshops for spouses and significant others are also available. 

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Life in Rochester

Trainee and daughter walking through a park in Rochester, Minnesota.

Our residents love the small town safety and conveniences paired with the big city entertainment and diverse restaurants Rochester has to offer. With live concerts, craft breweries, and over 3,500 acres of parks and trails, it's never hard to find something to do. Learn more about our community and what our residents love about living here.