The Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship draws trainees from across the U.S. and around the world. While all our fellows have a love of learning and a compassionate approach to patient care, they come from diverse backgrounds, family status, and professional and personal interests. Learn more about our current fellow. 

Class of 2024

Christineil Thompson, M.D.

Medical school: St. George's University School of Medicine 
Residency: The Brooklyn Hospital Center

What attracted you to Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Mayo Clinic?
Pediatric Hematology-Oncology is so interesting as it provides a good balance between clinical care and research. We are allowed the privilege to be a part of such a pivotal point in the lives of our patients and their families. In addition to our dedicated pediatric consultants and broad-patient population, Mayo has an extensive laboratory which makes it fantastic for accessing a diverse group of mentors. 

Did anything surprise you about Mayo's program?
The combination of structure and flexibility! You definitely receive the fundamental training but are able to align it with your career goals. Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on education. 

What is the best part about living in Rochester?
My favorite thing to do in Rochester is spending time outdoors! There are so many lakes, creeks, bike paths, and hiking trails. I also love the numerous festivals and concerts. There are several housing options and the area is quite family friendly. The Twin Cities are easily accessible and the area is pretty affordable.

Class of 2026

Anna Elias, M.D., M.Ed.

Medical school: Flinders University of South Australia School of Medicine
Residency: Mayo Clinic, Pediatrics Residency

What attracted you to pediatrics (your specialty)? Hematology/oncology sits at the intersection of some of the best aspects of medicine.  It combines clinical diagnosis, patient education, research, and new and novel treatment. Knowing the impact a cancer diagnosis has on every aspect of a child’s life I realized I wanted to do more for these children and decided I could make the most difference by pursuing a career in hematology/oncology. Managing these very sick patients in the hospital and being at the bedside with their families is very challenging and extremely rewarding.

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic for fellowship training? I believe the program at Mayo Clinic will prepare me for a fulfilling career in academic hematology/oncology. It provides inpatient and outpatient training and experience in the clinical laboratory. Mayo Clinic prepares trainees to be excellent educators, researchers, leaders, and strong advocates for their patients.

What is living in Rochester, Minnesota, like for you? Rochester is a great city to raise a family, there are great schools, diverse extracurricular activities, and lots of family-friendly things to do. We like to bike and hike on the trails in summer and snowshoe in the winter.

Class of 2027

Jacob Greenmyer, M.D.

Medical school: University of North Dakota School of Medicine
Residency: Mayo Clinic, Pediatrics Residency

What attracted you to pediatrics (your specialty)? Pediatric hematology/oncology has the greatest basic science, the greatest social science, and the greatest patients, bar none. We get to nerd out about cellular biology. We get the unique privilege of caring for patients and families during the worst moments of their lives and the most triumphant moments of their lives. The relationship between an oncologist and a family is one of a kind.

 What attracted you to Mayo Clinic for fellowship training? Do you have any special interests within the Peds (your specialty) program? I'm pursuing dual training in PHO and hospice/palliative medicine. One of the biggest strengths of Mayo’s PHO program is that it has the flexibility and intimacy of a small program with access to resources from one of the world’s premier research institutions. I have multiple research interests (quality improvement, pediatric palliative oncology, and clinical research) and am very supported to pursue all of these interests.

Did anything surprise you about Mayo's program? The PHO faculty are HILARIOUS! There is a collective, good-natured sense of humor and congeniality in the department that is perfect for such a serious job.

What is living in Rochester, Minnesota, like for you? Rochester affords one-of-a-kind ease for life for my wife, daughter, and me. My favorite things to do with my family are take walks around our neighborhood or sit on my deck and relax on summer nights. I take advantage of trout fishing and exploring state parks, which are only a 20-minute drive from my house.

Is there anything else you feel a future fellow may be interested in? If you can dream it, you can do it at Mayo.