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

January 2026 (application deadline for fellowship starting July 2026)

1-year salaried fellowship; standard Mayo Clinic GME stipend and benefits; 4 positions annually

Advanced one-year clinical and research fellowship in epilepsy and EEG for neurology-trained physicians.

--- ## Description The Epilepsy Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, is a one-year, ACGME-accredited program offering advanced training in the comprehensive management of epilepsy and related disorders. Fellows develop expertise in interpreting EEGs (including prolonged video EEG), managing epilepsy patients, surgical and pre-surgical intracranial electrode recordings, clinical research, and teaching. The curriculum is tailored to each fellow's background and career goals, providing substantial exposure to both adult and pediatric epilepsy. The program also includes protected research time and prepares graduates for the epilepsy subspecialty certification exam offered by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. --- ## Due Dates - January 2026 (anticipated application deadline for fellowship starting July 2026) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Standard Mayo Clinic graduate medical education (GME) stipend and benefits for one year - Four fellowship positions are anticipated to be available annually --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must have completed an ACGME-accredited neurology residency or equivalent - Both adult and pediatric neurology backgrounds are accepted; training is adjusted to individual backgrounds and goals - International medical graduates may apply; visa sponsorship (J-1 or H-1B) is typically available - Eligibility for medical licensure in Minnesota is required --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [Mayo Clinic application portal](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/epilepsy-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/) - Required materials typically include: - Curriculum vitae (CV) - Personal statement - Three letters of recommendation - USMLE/COMLEX scores - Medical school transcripts - Participation in ERAS and NRMP may be required; check the program site for current details - Interviews are by invitation --- ## Additional Information - The program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) - Graduates are eligible for the epilepsy subspecialty board exam - The fellowship provides individualized training in both adult and pediatric epilepsy according to the fellow’s background - Related two-year tracks are available for those interested in additional clinical neurophysiology training --- ## External Links - [Epilepsy Fellowship Program Page](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/) - [Stipend and Benefits Information](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) - [Mayo Clinic Graduate Medical Education](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/) --- ## 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

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