What do you like about this fellowship at Mayo Clinic? It’s unique in that it provides an opportunity to earn a master's degree while in the fellowship, which will enable you to critically assess literature, understand and run your own statistics, and construct a research thesis project. The mentorship arrangement is unusual, with you rotating with one member of the faculty for a few months at a time. This allows for repetition in the OR and patient counseling, as well as gradual autonomy and confidence.

What is it like living in Rochester? Safe, family-friendly, and fosters a sense of community. I enjoy hiking, dipping in Cascade Lake, and visiting the Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo with my family.

Medical school: Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Chennai, India

Residency: Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY

What drew you to Mayo Clinic Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery fellowship? The opportunity to learn from experts in the field while being exposed to complex surgical cases unique to this world-class referral center is ideal for training. The support and commitment to the fellow educational experience is evident through strong mentorship and dedication to research and surgical training.

Is there anything that surprised you about Mayo Clinic? The culture of outstanding patient care is evident daily. There is compassion and commitment to optimizing the patient experience across the institution from every member of the healthcare team.

Medical school: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI

Residency: ChristianCare Hospital, Newark, DE

What do you like about the Urogynecology and Reproductive Pelvic Surgery Fellowship at Mayo Clinic? My experience as an URPS Fellow at Mayo Clinic is top-tier. Clinical, research, and academic opportunities abound. A Master's in Biomedical Science, combined with the faculty’s patient mentorship, provides a solid foundation for not only a thesis, but a career as a clinician-researcher. Exposure to the breadth of URPS is enhanced by working in multidisciplinary teams with international experts. Teaching and learning opportunities surpass day-to-day interactions and include invited lecturing and international conferences—fully funded. To top it off, Mayo Clinic is an inspiring place to work, and the Mayo Clinic URPS faculty are worthy role models.

Is there anything that surprised you about Mayo Clinic? As a visiting resident, I felt like the red carpet was rolled out for me. Mayo URPS treated me as one of their own. As their fellow, I am continually pleasantly surprised by how approachable, kind, and invested the faculty are. They are committed to my development and supportive of my goals. Training with Mayo Clinic URPS is everything I dreamed of and more.

Medical school: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center