Meet Our Fellows

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Our fellows and faculty foster a collegial environment and education-focused culture that provides an inclusive learning experience. Training can be challenging, but our program is close-knit and each resident brings a dedication to providing stellar patient care as well as a collaborative learning experience.

John Spigos, M.B., Ch.B.

Class of 2025
Medical school: Trinity College - University of Dublin
Residency: New York Presbyterian - Brooklyn

What are your favorite things to do in Rochester? Coming from living in New York City for residency, Rochester has been a great experience for myself, my wife, and my 4-month-old daughter. We’ve enjoyed exploring Rochester’s trails and outdoor activities (definitely recommend the Zollman Zoo!) as well as trying all the local restaurants Rochester has to offer!

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic fellowship training? Mayo Clinic’s world-renowned reputation for exemplary clinical care and medical education made the decision an easy one. It was reinforced after my interview day – after meeting the faculty I knew the department would provide the best opportunity to support my future endeavors as a pediatric hospitalist.

Renee Cotroneo, D.O.

Class of 2026
Medical School: Ross University
Residency: Goryeb Children’s Hospital, Atlantic Health System

What are your favorite things to do in Rochester? Rochester is a great place to live, peaceful, and full of hidden gems. I enjoy walking, biking, and running along the trails. Downtown Rochester has everything. Art, entertainment, outdoor spaces, great food, and family-friendly activities. There’s always something to discover.

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic for fellowship training? Mayo Clinic is commitment to patient-centered care, collaborative environment, and the emphasis on teaching and mentorship. The culture here is supportive, and the faculty are genuinely invested in helping fellows. I appreciate the ability to tailor the fellowship experience to align with my career goals, whether clinical practice, research, or quality improvement.

Alumni

The most important indicator of the success of a training program is found in the outcomes of the graduates upon completion of their training. Learn more about our alumni in the Pediatric Hospital Medicine Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and where they have taken their talents after graduation.

Rabia Javed, M.B.B.S.

Class of 2024
Medical school: Punjab Medical College, Pakistan
Residency: Mayo Clinic Pediatric Residency Program, Rochester, MN

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic for fellowship training? I did my pediatric residency at Mayo Clinic and had an excellent experience. As I started my fellowship, the faculty was fully invested in our training and education. The other thing was the resources that Mayo has to offer in education and research. The program provides an opportunity to select electives and form an individualized pathway for the fellowship.

Dr. Javed went on to practice at Mayo Clinic Children’s Hospital in Rochester, MN.

Sahar Romem, M.D.

Class of 2023
Medical school: Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel
Residency: University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, MD

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic for fellowship training? I was drawn to Mayo Clinic because of the number of resources and opportunities available to explore my interests throughout my fellowship. I enjoyed speaking with all of the faculty during the interview day and felt like I would be well supported here. I also was attracted to the atmosphere and the emphasis that was placed on fellow education and autonomy.

Dr. Romem went on to practice at National Children's Hospital in Washington, D.C.

Matthew Authement, M.D.

Class of 2022
Medical school: University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL
Residency: Mayo Clinic Pediatric Residency Program, Rochester, MN

What attracted you to Mayo Clinic for fellowship training? I did my residency in pediatrics at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and had great experiences with the program faculty. I continued my learning here as a Pediatric Hospital Medicine fellow because of these interactions and the resources available through Mayo for research. I was constantly surprised by how quickly we could schedule testing, sedation, and therapy, and came together with other specialties for patient care.

Dr. Authement went on to practice at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

Graduation of Mayo Clinic residents and fellows

Mayo Clinic Alumni Association

The Mayo Clinic Alumni Association will help you stay in touch with your Mayo Clinic colleagues, maintain a valuable professional connection to Mayo Clinic throughout your medical and/or research career, participate in continuing medical education, and more.

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