Our Urology residents come from across the U.S. and around the world. While all our trainees have a love of learning and a compassionate approach to patient care, they come from diverse backgrounds, family status, and professional and personal interests.

Current residents

See what our current residents have to say about being in the Urology Residency at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida.

Class of 2025

Ethan Wajswol, M.D. Medical school: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School What attracted you to Mayo Clinic? Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, was attractive to me for a number of reasons; first and foremost, its quality of training and facilities is unparalleled. Additionally, the mentorship program allows for the rapid acquisition of open, endoscopic, and robotic surgical skills. What I love most about the program is the strong sense of camaraderie and close friendships I have developed with my co-residents. The town of Jacksonville provides a great quality of life for residents with beautiful weather and is in close proximity to the beach.

Class of 2026

	Daniela Haehn, M.D. Medical school: Universidad del Norte Programa de Medicina, Colombia Why did you choose to do your residency training at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida? Mayo Clinic was my top choice residency program for many reasons. First, the program offers a high degree of mentorship allowing for early autonomy for residents. Second, the camaraderie between residents, and work-life balance is phenomenal. Third, this is a program where you will have time and resources for research. Fourth, the staff is always willing to help and assist with any request.
	Eric Regele, M.D. Medical school: Indiana University School of Medicine What attracted you to Mayo Clinic? The mentorship model is something that is extremely unique to our program. We work one-on-one with a staff urologist for two months at a time. It allows residents to fully immerse themselves in a particular field within urology and a staff urologist's specific style and technique. The residents are extremely easygoing, work well as a team, and are also dedicated to life outside the hospital. Lastly, Jacksonville is a great city to live in: great weather, nice people, little traffic, and a beautiful beach.
	Joshua Randolph, M.D. Medical school: Brody School of Medicine At East Carolina University What do you love most about this program? My favorite quality of our program is the collegiality between the residents and attendings as well as the friendships shared between residents. We enjoy a great supportive environment while we learn and train at one of the most reputable urology programs in the Southeast. Our surgical training is top-tier, which includes the mentorship model of one-on-one mentoring with our attendings and early exposure to robotics and advanced operations. Finally, the work-life balance is excellent and Jacksonville is a large, fast-growing beach-side city with plenty to offer for fun and relaxation.

Class of 2027

	Eric Qualkenbush, M.D. Medical school: University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine What attracted you to Mayo Clinic? I was attracted to Mayo Clinic for many reasons. The biggest thing to me was the mentorship model which promotes more resident autonomy and early operative experience. From top to bottom, the people I met at Mayo were all supportive and happily pursuing the best patient care. It is a great place to work. Lastly, the location is great. Jacksonville is a major city with all the amenities, and the proximity to the beach allows for quick getaways.
	Jared Schommer, M.D., Ph.D. Medical school: University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Why did you choose to do your residency training at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida? I chose Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, for a plethora of reasons. Mayo Clinic is well-known for delivering world-class care to patients and I saw this first-hand while I did an away rotation here during medical school. The attendings were all friendly, approachable, and willing and eager to teach. They offer a mentorship model of training with only a few other programs offering a similar training regimen. The teamwork exhibited by the attendings, nurses, and support staff is very apparent which fosters a pleasant work environment. I really enjoyed spending time with the residents. They are a fun, tight-knit group that is supportive of each other and have a nice work/life balance. Finding a family-friendly environment was also key to me because I am married and have three young boys. Finally, the city is wonderful: nice people, bountiful beaches, and a variety of activities that would suit any interests.
	Sarah Hampton, M.D. Medical school: Mercer University School of Medicine What attracted you to Mayo Clinic? I was specifically drawn to the Mayo Clinic campus in Jacksonville, Florida, for multiple reasons. The mentorship model of training used here was something I felt resonated with my learning style and would provide the guidance and surgical autonomy I was looking for. As I began to know the faculty and residents through virtual happy hours and interviews, I noticed I left every encounter with confidence and a sense of excitement to learn and grow as a physician that no other program matched. The co-resident support and attendings' commitment to resident education and success here is second to none. After only a couple of months in the area, I am fully confident I made the right decision. Jacksonville is beautiful with so many fun things to do, the Mayo Clinic facilities are stunning, and the residents and attendings have provided nothing short of a family-style welcoming. I am looking forward to the next five years!

Class of 2028

	Justin David, M.D. Medical school: Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans Why did you choose to do your residency training at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida? After doing an away rotation here in medical school, I knew this program would be my top choice. The surgical training is exceptional, as demonstrated by the senior residents’ advanced skills and robotic experience even for first-year residents. There is an inherent pursuit of knowledge through experience and research to provide high-quality patient care. Finally, the culture of camaraderie and teamwork among residents and staff is immediately apparent. Mayo Clinic feels like home, and I knew that choosing this program would allow me to grow into an outstanding urologist.
	Charlie Klose, M.D. Medical school: The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University Why did you choose to do your residency training at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida? It is a privilege to have the opportunity to train at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. When I was in medical school, I was selected to rotate within the department as an acting intern. During that time, I quickly came to know and appreciate this program as one of the most close-knit, supportive, and distinguished urology training programs in the country. Under the supervision of outstanding faculty, residents thrive in a unique, one-on-one mentorship model with graduated autonomy that provides superior surgical and clinic education in all aspects of urology. The campus here in Jacksonville, Florida, is state-of-the-art providing exposure to cutting-edge technology and techniques in a field that is constantly evolving to improve patient care. Moving from the Outer Banks of North Carolina, I feel right at home in Jacksonville. The city has plenty to do combined with a lower cost of living and proximity to a stretch of beautiful Florida beaches. When considering urology departments as a trainee, Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, delivered on everything that I consider to be important, and I am beyond thrilled to be a resident here.
	Amanda Kahn, M.D. Medical school: Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine Why did you choose to do your residency training at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida? I chose to do my residency training at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, because of the welcoming faculty and staff, incredible co-residents, abundant research opportunities, beautiful campus, and world-class surgical training that the program has to offer. There is such a strong culture of camaraderie and teamwork amongst the residents which creates an enjoyable work environment. The unique mentorship model allows us to connect with our attendings in meaningful ways and work with them in various environments. The city of Jacksonville is a big city with a small-town feel, it has something for everybody, and is a great place to train!

Class of 2029

	Ben Dalkin, M.D. Medical school: University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville Why did you choose to do your residency training at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida?  I chose to train at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida for several reasons. At Mayo Clinic there are renowned world-class training opportunities, resources, and a culture that desires to cultivate physicians who put first the needs of their patients. Additionally, the mentorship model at Mayo provides a unique opportunity for surgical training. Moreover, the relationships amongst the residents here at Mayo Clinic help to foster a supportive and collaborative environment. These factors combined made Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida the clear choice for me
	Ashley Foret, M.D. Medical school: Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans Why did you choose to do your residency training at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida? I was fortunate enough to rotate at Mayo Clinic as a visiting fourth year medical student. After the first week of the rotation, I knew that Mayo Clinic was where I wanted to complete my residency training. Located in a beautiful, vibrant city by the beach, I was immediately drawn to the institution by the inviting faculty who foster strong relationships amongst attendings, residents, and surgical staff. The state-of-the-art facilities provided a conducive environment for learning, training, and research. Additionally, the area offers a desirable climate, making it an ideal location for both professional growth and quality of life. Coupled with a low cost of living, Mayo Clinic provides a compelling opportunity for a fulfilling career and personal well-being.
	Sara Lee, M.D. Medical school: Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine – Florida Why did you choose to do your residency training at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida? When I interviewed for medical school at Mayo Clinic Florida, I was immediately attracted to the sense of community and the seeming overarching priority of putting the patient’s needs first. Over the years, I found the commitment to the Mayo Clinic values to be true, and have been so grateful for the mentorship, support, and access to opportunities for growth as a Mayo medical student. As a student, I had been nervous about moving to a city where I knew no one and had no prior connections, but found it very easy to build community both in and out of the hospital, especially as Jacksonville truly had something to offer for everyone—proximity to the beaches, a fun sports scene, and underrated food among them. I chose to stay and continue in my residency training here because I experienced firsthand how genuinely invested the Department was in my education, the friendships evident in the resident workroom, and how effective the training was as part of the mentorship model where you get to work extremely closely with faculty. I was and am confident that being a urology resident here at Mayo Clinic Florida will equip me with the tools to become a skilled and thoughtful surgeon-researcher, if I can rise to meet the challenge—and I’ll be very happy and supported through it all. I’m excited for the next 5 years here, and can’t wait to start these next steps in my journey in medicine!