Murtaza Mandviwala, M.D. 

Class year: 2024

"While training at Mayo Clinic, I was privileged to learn medical and surgical perfection. The invaluable knowledge and skills I gained have been pivotal in shaping myself as a doctor and human being. The bonds forged with the consultants and staff extend well beyond the clinical setting. Mayo Clinic's commitment to excellence has left an indelible mark on my career!"

Jorge Andrade Romo, M.D.

Class year: 2025

"The Retinal and Vitreous Surgery Fellowship at Mayo Clinic provides comprehensive, expansive, and thoughtful training that reflects Mayo Clinic’s philosophy of clinical practice, education, and research. With dedicated faculty who prioritize fellows’ education along with building long-lasting professional and personal relationships, it’s an outstanding opportunity that I feel privileged to be part of. I can’t imagine a better place to train and start building my career as a vitreoretinal surgeon."

Rachel Mogil, M.D. 

Class year: 2022

"The Retinal and Vitreous Surgery Fellowship at Mayo Clinic is very special. The faculty are leaders in the field and at the forefront of ground-breaking research. Moreover, they are completely dedicated to teaching fellows while also providing comprehensive care for both local and international patients. The pathology is diverse and allows fellows to learn the bread and butter of medical retina as well as rare conditions through detailed exposure to uveitis, ocular oncology, inherited retinal disease, and pediatric retina. Fellows are strongly encouraged to engage in the academic environment by contributing to clinical research, presenting at conferences, and writing manuscripts. The surgical training is unmatched and graduated autonomy allows fellows to grow as independent critical thinkers while still benefiting from the support and mentorship of the faculty. There are also numerous opportunities to teach given the close relationship with the residency program. Training at Mayo will allow you to become an excellent surgeon and clinician, and by the end of your two years, the retina department will feel like family. I will be forever grateful for my time there!"

Keirnan Willett, M.D.

Class year: 2021

"I cannot say enough about the unique opportunity it is to train at the Mayo Clinic with the Department of Ophthalmology. The faculty are accomplished and innovative but also clearly committed to teaching all aspects of what it takes to be a successful vitreoretinal surgeon: in the clinic, in the OR, and in life. The surgical exposure includes the complete range of techniques and the complex pathology at the Mayo Clinic allows you to frequently participate in the care you may only rarely see your entire career. The environment is challenging but supportive and structured to maximize the incredible resources of the institution."

Matthew Adams, M.D., M.B.A.

Class year: 2019

"The close relationships I've formed with faculty have been tremendously rewarding for me while training at Mayo Clinic. Their relationships to me evolved from instructor to mentor in such a meaningful way. I now see all of my consultants as physicians to look up to, friends to confide in, advisors to learn and seek guidance from, and colleagues to cooperate and collaborate with. The passion for education and patient care at Mayo Clinic is second to none and I wouldn't trade that for the world!"