Fellows from the Renal 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.

Namratha Adiyeri Kandiyil, M.B.B.S.

Medical School: Government T.D Medical college Alappuzha, Kerala, India
Residency: University of California Irvine Medical Center, Orange, CA

Background: Originally from India, Dr. Adiyeri Kandiyil earned her M.B.B.S. from Government Medical College Alappuzha, Kerala, followed by postgraduate training in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at the Government Medical College in Kottayam. She later moved to the United States to complete my Anatomic Pathology Residency at the University of California, Irvine from 2022 to 2025, followed by a Selective Surgical/Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary Fellowship at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center in Orange, California, from 2025 to 2026. Her academic interests focus on hepatobiliary and renal pathology. Scholarly work includes a peer-reviewed publication in the American Journal of Surgical Pathology, as well as presentations at national conferences, including the annual meetings of the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP). Beyond pathology, she enjoys traveling, exploring different cultures and cuisines, reading, and spending time outdoors with family and friends. She values maintaining a healthy work-life balance and looks forward to experiencing all that Minnesota has to offer.

Why did you chose Mayo Clinic for your fellowship? I chose the Mayo Clinic Renal Pathology Fellowship because of its outstanding reputation for excellence in renal pathology, high case volume, and exposure to a wide spectrum of complex kidney diseases. The fellowship offers exceptional mentorship from internationally recognized renal pathologists and provides outstanding opportunities to develop strong diagnostic skills. I was also drawn to the program’s collaborative environment, integration with clinical nephrology, and emphasis on education and research. I believe the comprehensive training at Mayo Clinic will prepare me to become an expert renal pathologist and contribute meaningfully to patient care and academic pathology.

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.