[Mayo Clinic](https://www.mayoclinic.org)

January 2026 (application) | March 2026 (interviews) | July 2026 (program start)

1-year clinical fellowship; standard GME stipend and benefits; four positions available annually

One-year advanced clinical and research training in epilepsy and EEG for neurology graduates at Mayo Clinic, Minnesota.

Application is via ERAS; appointment is through NRMP Match.

--- ## Description The Mayo Clinic Epilepsy Fellowship in Rochester, Minnesota provides a one-year, ACGME-accredited advanced training program in epilepsy and electroencephalography (EEG). The fellowship is designed for individuals seeking expertise in comprehensive epilepsy management, including adult and pediatric epilepsy, EEG interpretation, surgical and pre-surgical intracranial electrode recordings, clinical research, and teaching. The curriculum is tailored to the fellow’s background and career goals, offering balanced clinical, research, and educational experiences under the guidance of expert clinicians. Graduates are eligible for the epilepsy subspecialty certification examination from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. --- ## Due Dates - **Application deadline:** January 2026 (all supporting documentation due) - **Interviews:** Typically conducted between January and March 2026 for selected applicants - **Fellowship start:** July 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Standard Mayo Clinic GME fellow stipend and benefits for one year - Four positions available each year For current stipend rates and benefits, see the [Mayo Clinic GME stipend and benefits page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/). --- ## Eligibility - Must be enrolled in or have completed an accredited adult or child neurology residency in the U.S. or Canada - Must have completed USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3 or LMCC Parts 1 and 2 (Canada) - ECFMG J-1 and H-1B visa sponsorship considered (J-1 visa holders may complete only one year as a fellow) - Three letters of recommendation (one additional beyond standard GME requirements) --- ## Application Process 1. **Apply through ERAS:** Submit the application and all required materials via the [ERAS Fellowship application system](https://students-residents.aamc.org/eras-tools-and-worksheets-fellowship-applicants/eras-2023-fellowship-application-timeline). 2. **Letters of Recommendation:** Three required, including one additional for this fellowship. 3. **NRMP Match:** Register for the [National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Epilepsy and Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship Match](https://www.nrmp.org/fellowship-applicants/participating-fellowships/epilepsy-and-clinical-neurophysiology-fellowship-match/). 4. **Interview:** Selected applicants will be invited for interviews, typically between January and March. 5. **Program Start:** Fellowship begins July 1. For detailed application instructions, visit the [program application page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/epilepsy-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/). --- ## Additional Information - The program includes protected research time and can be tailored for those interested in a two-year experience by combining with the Clinical Neurophysiology, Electroencephalography Fellowship. - Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). - Graduates are eligible for the [epilepsy subspecialty board exam](http://www.abpn.com/become-certified/taking-a-subspecialty-exam/epilepsy/). --- ## External Links - [Epilepsy Fellowship Program Overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/epilepsy-fellowship-minnesota/) - [Application Process Details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/epilepsy-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/) - [NRMP Fellowship Applicants](https://www.nrmp.org/fellowship-applicants/) - [Mayo Clinic GME Stipend and Benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Phone | Email | |-------------------------|-------------------------|---------------|----------------------------------------| | Lily Wong-Kisiel, M.D. | Fellowship Director | 507-266-0774 | [wongkisiel.lily@mayo.edu](mailto:wongkisiel.lily@mayo.edu) | | David Burkholder, M.D. | Fellowship Co-Director | 507-266-4143 | [burkholder.david@mayo.edu](mailto:burkholder.david@mayo.edu) | | Paige Bolduan | Education Coordinator | 507-284-8687 | [Bolduan.Paige@mayo.edu](mailto:Bolduan.Paige@mayo.edu) |

Epilepsy Fellowship - Mayo Clinic Minnesota

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