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

June 30, 2026 (application and documentation ideally due)

One-year fellowship; annual stipend (2026) for fellows is $75,093 plus benefits

One-year advanced fellowship at Mayo Clinic Arizona providing comprehensive training and research in gastrointestinal and liver pathology.

Only one position is available per year; early application is strongly encouraged.

--- ## Description The Gastrointestinal and Liver Pathology Fellowship at Mayo Clinic Arizona is a one-year, ACGME-accredited program designed to provide in-depth clinical and research training in gastrointestinal and liver pathology. Fellows gain exposure to a high-volume, diverse caseload—including over 14,500 GI and liver specimens annually—with significant experience in liver transplant pathology and GI, pancreatic, biliary, and liver cancers. The curriculum emphasizes both rigorous diagnostic training and active participation in research, with opportunities for teaching and multidisciplinary collaboration. The program aims to prepare fellows as expert consultants and future leaders in the field. --- ## Due Dates - June 30, 2026: Completed application and all required documentation ideally due (submit ideally no later than June 30, approximately 24 months before the program start date) All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - The fellowship provides a stipend consistent with Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education rates. - For 2026, the annual stipend for Graduate Level 2 (typical for this fellowship) is $75,093. - Fellows receive a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, paid leave, and other trainee benefits. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must possess a medical degree (MD or DO or equivalent). - Completion of U.S. or Canadian residency training in anatomic pathology or anatomic and clinical pathology is required. - Preference is given to applicants who have completed a surgical pathology fellowship. - International medical graduates may be eligible but must meet additional [general admissions requirements](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/). --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through [Mayo Clinic's online application portal](https://mccms.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login). - Printed applications are not accepted; there is no matching program. - Required materials include: - Completed application form - Three letters of recommendation (including one from your current program director) - Curriculum vitae - Personal statement - Medical school transcripts and other standard documentation as outlined in [application materials](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/application-process/) - After submission, applicants may be invited for a personal interview. - Early application is encouraged, as positions may be filled before the deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Only one fellowship position is available each year. - The program begins annually in July. - Fellows are expected to complete at least one research project suitable for publication. - The fellowship offers elective rotations and teaching opportunities. - See [stipend and benefits details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/). --- ## External Links - [Program Overview and Details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/gastrointestinal-and-liver-pathology-fellowship-arizona/) - [Application Process](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/gastrointestinal-and-liver-pathology-fellowship-arizona/application-process/) - [Curriculum](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/gastrointestinal-and-liver-pathology-fellowship-arizona/curriculum/) - [Stipend and Benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) - [Meet the Faculty](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/gastrointestinal-and-liver-pathology-fellowship-arizona/meet-the-faculty/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | |-------------------------|-------------------------------|---------------------------------------------| | Kelsey McHugh, M.D. | Program Director | [mchugh.kelsey@mayo.edu](mailto:mchugh.kelsey@mayo.edu) | | Jeanette Arvizu | Education Program Coordinator | [arvizu.jeanette@mayo.edu](mailto:arvizu.jeanette@mayo.edu) | For general inquiries, visit the [Mayo Clinic contact page](https://www.mayoclinic.org/about-mayo-clinic/contact) or call 507-284-2511.

Gastrointestinal and Liver Pathology Fellowship

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